Polymer Upcycling

Polymer Upcycling: From Materials and Processes to Industrial Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the promising field of polymer upcycling and highlights innovative ways to manage waste and use resources more effectively. The book is comprehensively organized into six parts, including an introduction to the fundamentals of the field, followed by a thorough discussion on applications from various industries, policy making and future research directions. It also includes discussions on the types of polymer waste, the differences between recycled and upcycled materials, and the sustainability metrics that guide these processes. The chapters examine decommissioning practices in the oil and gas sector, automotive recycling, advancements in packaging, and the upcycling of high-value materials like textiles and electronic waste. This book is a valuable resource for researchers and industry professionals interested to learn practical strategies for implementing effective upcycling solutions.

• Offers an introduction to polymer upcycling, covering fundamental concepts, applications across various industries, and future research directions
• Discusses plastic sorting principles and methods, chemical aspects associated to upcycling methods, and interdependencies between waste plastic type and upcycling routes
• Features cutting-edge advancements and practical uses in upcycling, including innovative methods to repurpose polymers