Hydrothermal Treatment of Waste Plastics: An Environmental Impact Study

Abstract This paper presents the attributional life cycle assessment results of a study plastic recycling using hydrothermal treatment (HTT), chemical technology. HTT was investigated due to its potential address current gaps in system, largely several packaging materials and formats that are currently not processed by traditional mechanical technologies. As society transitions towards net-zero-based circular economy, assessments should be conducted with futuristic outlook, preventing costly mistakes employing right technologies areas. The ReCiPe 2016 impact methodology shows GWP 478 kg CO 2 eq. per tonne can generate up 80% reduction climate change impacts when compared comparable end-of-life whilst conserving material system. Additionally, could reduced 57% changing how electricity is generated for on-site consumption. represents new understanding polymers establishing prospective looks introduce step-change system highlights benefits introducing this technology as opposed model disposal through incineration or landfill.