A literature review on waste management treatment and control techniques

Abstract

With the growing need for sustainable waste management and environmental challenges, this review explores various waste management treatment and control techniques. Following a systematic approach using PRISMA guidelines, the review encompasses four stages: identification, screening, eligibility, and inclusion. A comprehensive search using keywords ("waste management" or "waste planning" or "waste control") and ("treatment" or "technologies" or "methods") in the title, abstract, and keywords on the Scopus database was conducted from January 7th, 2024 to January 17th, 2025, resulting in a final selection of 392 papers for detailed analysis. The review evaluates the effectiveness of various waste management techniques and examines the impact of regulatory frameworks, zero waste strategies, and circular economy principles. It highlights the strengths of each method and emphasizes the importance of integrated approaches. The study also identifies significant research gaps, particularly concerning emerging trends and policy impacts, and discusses the barriers to technology maturity, economic viability, and policy support in adopting waste management techniques. The review recommends adopting zero waste strategies and integrated waste management approaches aligned with circular economy principles. It also advocates for policy innovations that incentivize waste reduction at the source and promote sustainable practices. The findings underscore the need for interdisciplinary research and informed policy development to optimize waste management systems. Future research should focus on developing sustainable materials, advancing waste treatment technologies, and integrating smart systems with AI and IoT. Additionally, exploring socio-economic factors influencing consumer behavior and fostering international collaboration for harmonized regulations is crucial for advancing global waste management practices.

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