Plastic Circularity

Data Development, Flow Analysis, and Value Chain Coordination

Paul T. Mativenga, Kunle Ibukun Olatayo, Annlizé L. Marnewick

• Publisher: Elsevier
• Year: 2026
• Topic: Technology & Engineering
• eBook ISBN:
  9780443406683
• Subtopic: Environmental Management
• Index: Technology & Engineering

Plastic Circularity: Data Development, Flow Analysis, and Value Chain Coordination presents a comprehensive framework for tackling the challenge of plastic waste through a circular-economy approach. It explores innovative methodologies for modeling plastic material flows, evaluating sustainability metrics, and enhancing stakeholder participation across the value chain. This essential resource covers critical topics such as lifecycle impact assessments, data building, and stakeholder dynamics, providing actionable insights for transitioning to tighter circularity loops. By offering practical tools and case studies, this book empowers decision-makers to enhance recycling systems and promote sustainable practices, contributing to a more environmentally responsible plastic economy. - Introduces advanced modeling techniques that allow for a thorough analysis of plastic material flows, facilitating a nuanced understanding of sustainability metrics throughout the value chain - Highlights the importance of collaboration in driving the transition to a circular economy for plastics by outlining a structured approach for engaging diverse stakeholders - Provides readers with concrete strategies and benchmarks to evaluate and improve recycling initiatives and circularity efforts by using case studies and practical tools

Table of contents

• Title of Book
• Chapter 1 Introduction
• Chapter 2 Plastics economy and the value chain
• Chapter 3 Plastic waste and the waste management hierarchy
• Chapter 4 Impact and sustainability of plastic
• Chapter 5 Data building in the plastics value chain
• Chapter 6 Modelling of plastic material flows for sustainable decision-making
• Chapter 7 Participation and dynamics of stakeholders in the value chain
• Chapter 8 Progress toward plastic circularity
• Chapter 9 Transition towards a world-class system for plastics circularity: Performance and maturity assessment
• Chapter 10 Case studies on country transition to a circular plastic economy
• Chapter 11 Conclusion
• Index