Recycling, Volume 10, Issue 3

The recycling of proton exchange membrane water electrolyzer (PEMWE) raw materials is imperative due to their scarcity, cost, complexity and environmental impact. This is particularly true in the context of expanding electrolyzer manufacturing and re...

Invasive alien species are one of the main threats to global biodiversity, and pose significant management challenges in several areas outside their natural range. In southern Mediterranean Europe, the invasion of Acacia species is particularly sever...

In this study, graphene production via liquid-phase exfoliation assisted by sonication was evaluated using deionized water as a solvent and two graphite sources: one recovered from spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) and a commercial counterpart. A 75...

The construction industry faces a growing challenge in managing waste materials, making the development of sustainable alternatives critical. This study investigates the preparation of geopolymers using construction and demolition waste materials, su...

E-Waste management in Nigeria remains predominantly informal, with unlicensed collectors focusing on extracting valuable materials, primarily for export. Despite policy interventions, including the revised 2022 E-Waste framework and the Global Enviro...

The widespread implementation of anaerobic digestion (AD) systems for organic waste treatment is increasingly challenged by emerging contaminants, including microplastics (MPs), antibiotics, and heavy metals (HMs), which exhibit environmental persist...

Construction and demolition waste (CDW) management remains a pressing challenge in the construction industry, contributing significantly to environmental degradation and resource depletion. Accurate waste measurement is essential for improving resour...

Annually, a considerable amount of agricultural waste is produced leading to serious environmental pollution if not managed effectively. A wide range of bio-decomposers, including fungi, bacteria, and actinomycetes may break down the complex agro-res...

Municipal solid waste (MSW) is rising globally, and improper management harms the environment and public health. As a result, there is heightened interest in finding effective solutions, and identifying research trends helps determine the best manage...

The Iberian Pyrite Belt (IPB) contains the world’s largest massive sulfide deposit, and, due to extensive mining developed during the last 200 years, large amounts of mining waste have been abandoned in this area, with roasted pyrite ash being...

Sustainable consumer behavior refers to any behavior that benefits environmental protection and social justice. Previous research has shown that sustainable consumer behavior is positively associated with consumer wellbeing. Recycling behavior is a t...

Sugarcane bagasse (SCB), an organic waste generated during sugar and ethanol production, is a potential biomass source with a high cellulose content. In this study, cellulose was extracted from SCB using a hydrothermal method with various types of so...

The meat industry is one of the main sources of organic waste in the food processing sector. Due to their high content of biodegradable organic matter, these wastes represent a potentially valuable resource for the development of recycling and valori...

Cement production is a major contributor to CO₂ emissions, while construction and demolition waste (CDW) presents growing environmental challenges. The new European standard UNE-EN 197-6 permits the use of recycled concrete fines as partial clinker r...

The recovery of waste from old vehicles generates different types of waste. Most waste can be recovered with more or less success. Among the wastes that are problematic is foam. It is large in volume and light in weight, and there is currently no hig...

Rapid industrialization has led to a substantial increase in waste salts containing Na₂SO₄/NaCl mixtures, posing significant challenges for their phase separation and resource recovery. This study pioneers an integrated process combining frozen cryst...

Government regulations have required consumer products—electrical and electronic components, toys, furniture, clothing, and cars— to meet ever-increasing flame resistance standards, and industry has met these norms by adding brominated fi...

Over the last two decades, the use of photovoltaic panels for the production of electricity has increased significantly, which leads to the need to solve the problems concerning the decommissioning and disposal of the panels and the development of ap...

Plastic waste reduction has become a global priority, with consumer engagement playing a crucial role in the success of sustainability initiatives. This study examines the demographic and behavioral determinants of consumer engagement in plastic tabl...

Food waste is a significant global issue with substantial environmental, economic, and social implications. This exploratory study aimed to evaluate the impact of an educational composting program on reducing food waste generation and promoting prope...

Overconsumption and unplanned disposal of garments result in millions of tons of textile products going to landfills. Understanding the environmental benefits and impact of various recycling options is crucial for integrating recycling into the appar...

This study investigates the effectiveness of the Lagos Recycle Initiative (LRI) on landfill diversion (LFD) in Lagos, Nigeria, where evidence-based assessments of such initiatives are lacking. It evaluates the recycling diversion rate (RDR) of househ...

The ubiquity of diclofenac (DCF) in the environment has raised significant concerns. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that has been found in various environmental matrices at minimum concentrations that are harmful to aquatic and...

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is commonly used in beverage container manufacturing; however, its classification as a single-use plastic significantly contributes to environmental pollution. Improper disposal results in enduring contamination of bo...

Issues encompassing hazardous waste management face challenges, particularly those involving the manufacture of electronic devices such as PCBs that are in high demand with continual growth. Therefore, upcycling to create new products viable for high...

Achieving the mainstream adoption of circular packaging is essential for mitigating the environmental impacts of plastic waste. Its widespread adoption, however, remains hindered by significant user barriers. This study investigates the barriers to u...

This study uses the melt compounding method to recycle polypropylene-based car bumper waste (PP-CBW) in order to produce nanocomposite films for mulch application. The nanocomposite films were compounded by mixing virgin linear low-density polyethyle...

Effective management of household food waste (HFW) is essential for sustainability and aligning with Ireland’s waste reduction goals. This study evaluates the environmental and economic impacts of four HFW management scenarios—incineratio...

As the severe environmental impacts of plastic pollution demand determined action, the European Union (EU) has included recycling at the core of its policies. Consequently, evolving jurisdiction now aims to achieve a recycling rate of 65% for non-PET...

In many paper applications the paper is supposed to disintegrate into its constituating fibers after disposal. This happens in water with only very little input of mechanical energy. The aim of this work is to understand the natural aging processes i...

Current food production systems generate and incinerate significant amounts of organic waste, which increases costs and energy consumption. In this study, we show that food waste, including food loss, can be used for mushroom cultivation. We also dev...

This study investigates the recycling of ophthalmic lens waste (OLW) in the production of vulcanized natural rubber (NR) composites, aiming to promote sustainability and reduce costs. To this end, Vietnamese natural rubber and ophthalmic lens waste w...

Hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) technology converts biomass into a carbon-rich, oxygen-containing solid fuel. Most studies have focused on hydrochar produced under laboratory conditions, leaving a gap in understanding the performance of industrially...

This study explores the use of a deep eutectic solvent (DES) composed of choline chloride and pyrogallol (1:1 molar ratio) for the recovery of lithium, cobalt, and nickel from spent lithium-ion battery cathodes based on LiNi_0.33Co_0.33Mn_0.33O₂ (NMC111...

The rapid consumption and disposal of electronic waste due to technological innovations and changes in living commodities are causing the development of a significant environmental challenge. Among the components of these wastes, spent printed circui...

The European Green Deal emphasizes the development of renewable energy sources to combat climate change. However, as photovoltaic expansion accelerates, so does the potential for increased waste, necessitating effective material recycling strategies....

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) products are ubiquitous in daily life, offering convenience but posing significant environmental challenges due to their persistence and the difficulty of recycling them. Improper disposal of waste PET contributes to...

Improper management of anaerobic pig sludge poses significant environmental and health risks. Converting this waste into biochar to enhance methane production during anaerobic digestion (AD) presents an environmentally sound and circular solution, es...

The digitalization of mechanical waste treatment can have a supporting effect in recovering valuable raw materials from mixed solid waste, achieving the EU’s recycling targets, and developing the waste industry into a circular economy. Therefor...

A compatibilizer for low-density polyethylene (LDPE)/poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) blends was developed. This compatibilizer consists of amine-functionalized PET, which is blended with maleated polyethylene to form a copolymer. The goal is to us...

This study proposes a synergistic treatment method for BOF slag and copper slag via oxidation–magnetic separation, with the dual goals of preparing MgFe₂O₄ magnetic material and stabilizing the non-magnetic slag. The effects of copper slag addi...

Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are fundamental components of electronic devices, acting as an important source of various valuable metals such as copper, gold, and silver. Efficient recycling methods that offer high recovery rates are essential to the...

The ever-increasing requirements in the field of energy efficiency of buildings imply the necessity of using an ever-increasing amount of insulation in building structures. However, together with the requirements of the new EPBD directive EU/2024/127...