Material studies for the recycling of abandoned, lost or otherwise discarded fishing gear (ALDFG)

Review Polymer Science

Mechanical Recycling of Packaging Plastics: A Review

Zoe O. G. Schyns et al.

Summary: The current global plastics economy is linear, but transitioning to a circular economy is crucial for reducing environmental impacts through degradation, reuse, and recycling. Mechanical recycling plays a key role in a sustainable plastic economy, but challenges such as high costs, mechanical property degradation, and inconsistent product quality need to be addressed.

MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

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Review Engineering, Multidisciplinary

Use of recycled fibers in concrete composites: A systematic comprehensive review

Hemn Unis Ahmed et al.

Summary: Municipal solid waste materials are a global concern due to growing human consumption, with the management of these waste materials being crucial. Recycling and utilization of waste materials have a significant impact compared to disposal, helping to reduce environmental pollution. Studies on the reuse of waste materials in concrete composites have shown promising results in terms of both economic and environmental sustainability.

COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING (2021)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Highest risk abandoned, lost and discarded fishing gear

Eric Gilman et al.

Summary: Derelict abandoned, lost and discarded fishing gear have significant adverse effects on the environment and socio-economic aspects. Focus should be on reducing risks from gillnets, tuna purse seine with fish aggregating devices, and bottom trawls globally, while locally implementing control measures and effective monitoring and enforcement systems. Prioritizing primary and synthesis research is crucial for improving risk assessments and managing derelict gear effectively.

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS (2021)

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