Process and Valorization of Polymeric Waste and Biomass
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Circular and Green Sustainable Polymer Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 247
Special Issue Editors
Interests: biopolymers; lignocelluloseic biomass; fluorescence; spectroscopy; microscopy; mathematical modeling
Interests: sensing/detection; nanomaterials; security; defense; foresight; water; ecological chemistry; sustainability
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Polymeric waste represents a significant environmental challenge due to its persistence and large volume, but its recycling and valorization processes offer sustainable solutions for efficient resource utilization and pollution reduction. This Special Issue focuses on advanced technologies and methods for processing polymeric waste, including the following: mechanical recycling, processing waste into new products through grinding, melting, and molding; chemical recycling, breaking down polymers into basic monomers or other useful chemicals; and biological recycling, using microorganisms or enzymes to degrade polymeric materials.
In addition to its technological aspects, polymeric waste valorization encompasses economic and social dimensions, including market opportunities for recycled materials, regulatory frameworks, and public awareness. The goal is to promote a circular economy, where waste becomes a valuable resource rather than an environmental burden. Through innovation and an interdisciplinary approach, significant advancements can be achieved in reducing polymeric waste and improving sustainability.
This Special Issue provides a platform for researchers and industry actors to showcase the latest knowledge, experiences, and solutions in the field of polymeric waste recycling and valorization, contributing to global efforts to preserve the environment.
Dr. Daniela Djikanović
Prof. Dr. Ashok Vaseashta
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- polymeric waste
- recycling
- valorization
- mechanical recycling
- chemical recycling
- biological recycling
- circular economy
- sustainable solution
- environmental protection
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