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A Comprehensive Review on Handling of Plastic Waste For Energy Generation—Current Status and Future Challenges

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The growing global concern regarding plastic waste pollution and its detrimental environmental impact has prompted significant research and innovation in waste management and energy generation. This comprehensive review explores the current state of handling plastic waste for energy generation, encompassing various technologies and approaches. It also identifies and addresses the imminent challenges facing pursuing sustainable and efficient plastic waste-to-energy solutions. The review discusses the alarming rise in plastic waste production, emphasizing the critical need for sustainable waste management strategies. It provides an overview of the existing methods for handling plastic waste, including mechanical recycling, chemical recycling, and landfill disposal. Special attention is given to emerging technologies such as pyrolysis, gasification, and waste-to-energy incineration, which offer promising avenues for converting plastic waste into valuable energy resources. This comprehensive review provides a valuable overview of the current state of handling plastic waste for energy generation. It underscores the significance of sustainable waste management practices and outlines the potential benefits and challenges associated with various plastic-to-energy technologies. By addressing these challenges and embracing a holistic approach, society can move closer to a sustainable future where plastic waste is managed effectively and contributes to generating clean and renewable energy.

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  1. Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Dawood University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

    Abdul Sattar Jatoi, Sandeep Kumar & Muhammad Ismail Ahmed

  2. Changzhou DUBO Polymer Co., Ltd, Changzhou, 213002, China

    Jawad Ahmed

  3. Petroleum and Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Brunei, BE1410, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam

    Nabisab Mujawar Mubarak & Rama Rao Karri

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    Nabisab Mujawar Mubarak

  5. Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan

    Muhammad Shuaib Shaikh

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Jatoi, A.S., Ahmed, J., Mubarak, N.M. et al. A Comprehensive Review on Handling of Plastic Waste For Energy Generation—Current Status and Future Challenges. Water Air Soil Pollut 234, 773 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11270-023-06784-w

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