PAPER OPEN ACCESS Effect of plasticizer on physical Kenya

  • PAPER OPEN ACCESS Effect of plasticizer on physical Kenya
  • PAPER OPEN ACCESS Effect of plasticizer on physical Kenya
  • PAPER OPEN ACCESS Effect of plasticizer on physical Kenya
  • Why is plastic consumption rising in Africa?
  • The consumption and usage of single-use plastics (mainly sachets and plastic bags) are rising within Africa due to population growth (i.e. high demand), behavior shift, low-income economies, and urbanization .
  • Is plastic waste a problem in Africa?
  • Owed to their simplicity, flexibility, lightweight, and low cost, plastics have become highly demanded in Africa as well as worldwide. However, the management of plastic wastes, particularly in African countries, is inadequate and most of the plastic debris is gatewayed into the water bodies.
  • Are microplastics biodegradable and eco-friendly plastic materials in Africa?
  • The physical and chemical characteristics of microplastics reported in Africa's aquatic environments were shown. The prospects of bioplastics as biodegradable and eco-friendly plastic materials in expanding Africa's plastic industry were outlined. Biomass feedstocks readily available to be explored in Africa were identified for future prospects.
  • Can bioplastics help expand Africa's plastic industry?
  • Alternatively, bioplastics are promising biodegradable and environmentally friendly plastic materials that could be crucial in expanding Africa's plastic industry. Furthermore, the continent has some widely spread biobased renewable raw materials that can be harnessed for developing bioplastics.
  • What is the impact of microplastics in Africa?
  • Although the use of plastics varies across different regions, Africa is ranked second after Asia as an indiscernible consumer of plastics that break down into microplastic. Moreover, little is known about the impact of these microplastics across the African continent.
  • Where do plastics end up in Africa?
  • At EoL most plastic in Africa end up at dump sites with frequent open burning. A thorough assessment of the management and material flows of plastics is needed for Africa. This is currently at its formative stage with supports from the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions.

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