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Recent advancements in the chemical recycling and biodegradation of post-consumer polystyrene waste

Hongbo Lei, Zigao Wang, Songjun Li, Maiyong Zhu

2025Green Chemistry22 citationsDOI

Abstract

From the viewpoints of energy efficiency, cost effectiveness, and eco-friendliness, we systematically summarize the recent advances in the chemical recycling and biodegradation of post-consumer polystyrene waste.

Topics & Concepts

BiodegradationPolystyreneWaste managementExpanded polystyreneChemistryPulp and paper industryWaste recyclingEnvironmental scienceOrganic chemistryMaterials sciencePolymerEngineeringComposite materialMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionRecycling and Waste Management TechniquesMunicipal Solid Waste Management