Life cycle assessment and plastic chemical plastic reduction and carbon reduction

Sicheng Lv

Article ID: 8559
Vol 7, Issue 8, 2024

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Abstract


This paper examines the use of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in evaluating the environmental impacts of plastic production and
consumption, particularly in reducing carbon and plastic waste. As global plastic use increases, especially in China, LCA provides a critical
tool for assessing the full environmental footprint, from production to disposal. The study highlights LCA's value in identifying areas for
improvement but also notes its limitations, emphasizing the need for more accurate tools to support sustainable development efforts.

Keywords


Life Cycle Assessment (LCA); Plastic production; Carbon reduction; Environmental impact; Plastic waste

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.18686/ijmss.v7i8.8559

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