Identifying the prospects of decent job creation along the value chain of plastic recycling

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-18
Author(s):  
Siwaphiwe Bala ◽  
Derick Blaauw ◽  
Carmen Christian ◽  
Derek Yu
Keyword(s):  
Value Chain ◽  
Job Creation ◽  
Plastic Recycling

Forecasting job creation from renewable energy deployment through a value-chain approach

2013 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
pp. 262-271 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. Llera ◽  
S. Scarpellini ◽  
A. Aranda ◽  
I. Zabalza
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Value Chain ◽  
Job Creation ◽  
A Value

scholarly journals Bio-upcycling of polyethylene terephthalate

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Till Tiso ◽  
Tanja Narancic ◽  
Ren Wei ◽  
Eric Pollet ◽  
Niall Beagan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ethylene Glycol ◽  
End Of Life ◽  
Polyethylene Terephthalate ◽  
Value Chain ◽  
Recycling Industry ◽  
Global Challenge ◽  
Plastic Recycling ◽  
Life Management ◽  
Medium Chain Length ◽  
Near Future

AbstractOver 359 million tons of plastics were produced worldwide in 2018, with significant growth expected in the near future, resulting in the global challenge of end-of-life management. The recent identification of enzymes that degrade plastics previously considered non-biodegradable opens up opportunities to steer the plastic recycling industry into the realm of biotechnology. Here, we present the sequential conversion of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) into two types of bioplastics: a medium chain-length polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) and a novel bio-based poly(amide urethane) (bio-PU). PET films were hydrolyzed by a thermostable polyester hydrolase yielding 100% terephthalate and ethylene glycol. A terephthalate-degrading Pseudomonas was evolved to also metabolize ethylene glycol and subsequently produced PHA. The strain was further modified to secrete hydroxyalkanoyloxy-alkanoates (HAAs), which were used as monomers for the chemo-catalytic synthesis of bio-PU. In short, we present a novel value-chain for PET upcycling, adding technological flexibility to the global challenge of end-of-life management of plastics.Graphical abstract

scholarly journals The value chain and activities of polyethylene terephthalate plastics in the South African waste economy

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (5) ◽  
pp. 523-535 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marlin Hoffman ◽  
Catherina Schenck
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Polyethylene Terephthalate ◽  
Value Chain ◽  
Job Creation ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
The South ◽  
Governmental Organizations ◽  
Non Governmental Organizations ◽  
Starting Point

Introduction Value chains in their entirety, within the South African context, have not been the focus of much research thus far. A plethora of research has been done on the various actors within the value chain, but the rest of the value chain has not been identified and depicted. Failing to understand and describe the entire value chain of polyethylene terephthalate plastics has led to many unanswered questions and misunderstood impacts on the plastics waste economy. Purpose The purpose of the study was to document and depict the value chain and its activities within the polyethylene terephthalate waste economy in South Africa, which, according to the available literature, has not been done before. The documentation of the value chain and its activities will assist in identifying the possibilities of job creation within the waste economy, which could impact the diversion of waste from the landfill. Method A qualitative research approach with an exploratory research design was followed, and the data collection was done by means of a workshop. The participants in the workshop included captains of industry, entrepreneurs, academics, government, environmental groups and environmental non-governmental organizations. The workshop was recorded audio-visually, and concepts and discussions were documented for this purpose. All information was transcribed and documented in a final document. Results The value chain and its activities were documented. Conclusion The information collected is a starting point for more research within the waste economy, as the process will be followed with other waste streams. Job creation gaps have been identified and further research has started creating a better understanding of the value chain, which will influence policy.

Plastic recycling in the Nordics: A value chain market analysis

2018 ◽  
Vol 76 ◽  
pp. 180-189 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leonidas Milios ◽  
Lena Holm Christensen ◽  
David McKinnon ◽  
Camilla Christensen ◽  
Marie Katrine Rasch ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Value Chain ◽  
Market Analysis ◽  
Plastic Recycling ◽  
A Value

scholarly journals Export Potential of Recycled Plastic: A Study on Bangladesh

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 12
Author(s):  
Mehnaz Hossain ◽  
Aditi Shams
Keyword(s):  
Value Chain ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Efficient Technology ◽  
Sustainable Business ◽  
Internal Factors ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Plastic Recycling ◽  
Plastic Industry ◽  
Medium Enterprises

In the age of sustainable business practice, the usage of plastic is a matter of great concern. Bangladesh, being a developing country, has a huge amount of plastic waste. However, there is a dearth of empirical research that investigates the potential of recycled plastic industry development in Bangladesh. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to examine the external and internal factors affecting the recycled plastic industry of Bangladesh and to provide recommendations to develop the recycled plastic industry as a potential source of export. To this end, an exploratory study was conducted, and ten officials from Bangladesh based small-and-medium enterprises were interviewed. The results reveal that Bangladesh has huge potential for the recycled plastic industry operation. However, the industry lacks government and institutional support. If public and private sectors can come forward to promote the recycling sector, then this industry has the potential to be one of the most profitable industries in Bangladesh. Based on the expectations of the interviewees, some policy recommendations are suggested to develop the recycled plastic industry. Recommendations have highlighted effective and efficient waste management systems, proper planning, efficient technology usage, infrastructural development, the developed value chain for the collection of plastic wastes, among others. Most importantly, coordinated efforts of government, consumers, recycling industries, and plastic product manufacturers can contribute to the establishment of the plastic recycling sector as a major productive industry in Bangladesh.

scholarly journals BENCHMARK ANALYSIS FOR PLASTIC RECYCLATES IN AUSTRIAN WASTE MANAGEMENT

Detritus ◽  
2019 ◽  
pp. 105-112
Author(s):  
Karl Friedrich ◽  
Selina Möllnitz ◽  
Stephan Holzschuster ◽  
Roland Pomberger ◽  
Daniel Vollprecht ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assurance ◽  
Value Chain ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Waste Recycling ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Plastic Waste ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Plastic Recycling ◽  
Plastic Waste Recycling

Plastic recyclates are granulates which are produced by the processing of plastic wastes. The circular economy package of the EU, especially the amendment of the Waste Framework Directive, sets a new goal for the use of different types of these recyclates. Corresponding primary raw materials can assure reliable qualities with respect to stable physical and chemical properties. Besides, the production of recyclates is often even more expensive than the production of primary raw material granulates. Several quality assurance measures are carried out along the value chain from plastic waste to final plastic products. Recyclates are evidently priced based on the price of primary raw material granulate. Pricing also correlates with different quality parameters, however, such as degree of mixing, degree of degradation and presence of impurities. This paper examines the correlation between different quality features and how they affect the pricing policy for recyclates. Experts and Stakeholders along the value chain of plastic recycling in Austria and Germany have been interviewed about the most important quality assurance parameters and how they (would) affect prices of recyclates. Therefore, quality parameters for the sorted plastic waste as an input for plastic waste recycling companies and manufactured recyclates are included in this paper. Experts from the plastic waste recycling industry confirmed that there is a profound correlation between price and quality that is presented and discussed in the paper: The higher the quality of the recyclates, the lower the level of impurities and the purer the recyclates, the higher the price.

Motivating Growth in Low-tech Manufacturing Industries

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Naomi HERTZ
Keyword(s):  
Value Chain ◽  
Field Research ◽  
Sustainable Competitive Advantage ◽  
Manufacturing Plants ◽  
Footwear Industry ◽  
Technological Platform ◽  
Qualitative Methodologies ◽  
Developed World ◽  
Depth Interviews

Intensive manual labor enterprises in the developed world face challenges competing with products imported from countries where manufacturing costs are low. This reduces the volume of domestic production and leads to rapid loss of knowledge and experience in production processes. This study focuses on the Israeli footwear industry as a case study. Qualitative methodologies were applied, including in-depth interviews and field observations. A literature review on previous research, and contemporary trends was conducted. The field research examines challenges along the value chain in small factories. It finds that mass production paradigms impose a decentralized process between designers and manufacturers and therefore do not leverage local potential into a sustainable competitive advantage for small factories. The proposed solution is a digital and technological platform for small manufacturing plants. The platform mediates and designs the connections between production, technology, and design and enables the creation of a joint R&D system.

Freshwater Mussel (Batissa violacea) Fishery and its Value in Fiji

2019 ◽  
Vol 39 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jimaima Lako ◽  
Nanise Kuridrani ◽  
Milika Sobey
Keyword(s):  
Value Chain ◽  
Environmental Conditions ◽  
Rural Women ◽  
Freshwater Mussel ◽  
Face To Face

This paper examines the local freshwater mussel, or kai (Batissa violacea), fishery value chain, its values and contribution to the livelihood of people in Viti Levu, Fiji. The assessment was performed through face-to-face interviews, with the use of semi-structured questionnaires administered to 125 actors. A walk through the value-chain was also conducted that confirmed the sites’ environmental conditions. Results revealed that even though the kai fishery is dominated by rural women, men were also employed as kai processors, transporting agents and exporters. This fishery generated at least 58 other employments through the 500 kai harvesters within the five major provinces understudy. These were drivers, boat builders, retailers, processors, exporters, and harvesters. Three sales pathways were identified that determined the revenues and profits: (i) harvesters sell own harvests directly to the consumer at the municipal markets, (ii) harvesters sell through intermediary traders to consumers, and (iii) harvesters sell through processors to supermarkets, hotels or exporters. When revenues and profits were calculated, harvesters earned much less, compared to intermediary traders, processors, and exporters. Major constraints include continuous reduction in catch size of kai, lack of transport, and marketing at the local municipal markets that require improvements.

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