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New solutions for treating plastic waste
FTIR analysis of biodegradable <p>Every year, an estimated 140 million tonnes of plastic are produced from fossil fuels [1]. Much of this is intended for the production of consumer goods such as food packaging or disposable tableware. But what happens to plastic after it has been disposed of? </p> <p>Recycling large proportions of the plastic requires much effort. After a few cycles, however, it becomes plastic waste and ends up in landfills. From there, it makes its way into the environment as microplastic [2]. The microplastic then becomes part of the food chain, and returns sooner or later to the consumer