towards a peaceful coexistence between bio-based and fossil fuel-based plastics Tolinski, Michael creator text bibliography nju Hoboken, N.J Salem, Mass John Wiley & Sons Scrivener Pub. c2012 2012 monographic eng

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xv, 277 p. ; 24 cm. "This book addresses an issue of current importance to plastics and manufacturing industry readers, and also to society as a whole. Its guiding question concerns the production, consumption, use, and disposal of plastic products, and how our cultural practice of relying on plastic products can (if it can) fit our needs for a sustainable economy and world. It discusses all possible footprints of plastics use, not just focusing on greenhouse gas production, but also on toxicity and human health, societal standards, and effects on ecosystems"-- Provided by publisher Front Matter -- General Introduction -- The Life Cycles of Plastics -- Polymer Properties and Environmental Footprints -- Applications: Demonstrations of Plastics Sustainability -- Design Guidelines for Sustainability -- Sustainable Considerations in Material Selection -- Processing: Increasing Efficiency in the Use of Energy and Materials -- Conclusion: A World with(out) Sustainable Plastics? -- Index -- Also of Interest -- specialized Michael Tolinski Includes bibliographical references and index Plastics Biodegradable plastics Biopolymers Plastics Toxicology Sustainable engineering 9780470938782 0470938781 UMP 120601 20251125093211.0 vtls000060900