The accumulation of plastics in the environment is of critical concern. Polyethylene (PE) is one of the most commonly utilised polymers in different applications among all the other types because of its low production costs, simplistic nature that enables it to be modified, and historically predominant research material. The common methods for plastic disposal are troubled by limitations, and there is a growing need for more appropriate and environmentally friendly methods for its disposal. This study highlights several ways that can be used to assist PE biodegradation and mitigate its waste disposal impact. Biodegradation (microbiological activity-driven) and photodegradation (radiation-driven) are the most promising solutions for PE waste control. This paper relates the most significant results regarding PE degradation studies, followed by weight loss (WL) analysis, surface morphology changes, oxidation degree (for photodegradation), and mechanical properties assessment, which are promising methods to minimise the polyethylene impact.
The Ocean Plastics Charter aims to bring together leading countries, sub-national governments, businesses, and civil society organisations to commit to a more resource-efficient and sustainable approach to keep plastics in the economy and out of the environment. With this charter, it aims to transition to a more sustainable and resource-efficient method of managing plastics. Through[…]
These regulations are intended to promote sustainable development, food security, and the sustainable management of fishing activities in Palau’s waters. They also intend to create economic returns, employment generation, and export earnings from the sustainable harvesting of tuna and tuna-like species by encouraging the development of domestic fishing industries and a local tuna market. These[…]
This subchapter E of Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations outlines the pesticide programs, including registration and classification procedures, policies, special review procedures, standards, labelling requirements, packaging requirements, data requirements, and good laboratory practice standards. It also covers state registration of pesticide products, rules of practice governing hearings under the federal Insecticide, Fungicide,[…]
The Plastics Roadmap aims to decrease littering and other environmental harm brought on by plastics, prevent needless use, enhance plastic recycling, and replace traditional polymers derived from fossil fuels combined with various substances and liquids. To guarantee more focus on sustainable product development, reuse, product recyclability, and the growing usage of recovered plastics, these objectives[…]
The regulations aim to enhance aquaculture pollution prevention and control, protect aquatic ecosystems, ensure product quality and safety, and promote sustainable development. They consist of 24 articles divided into four sections: general provisions, delimitation of prohibited areas, pollution prevention and control, and environmental monitoring and supervision of fishery waters.