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View article: Response surface methodology optimisation of catanionic surfactant mixtures in de-inking packaging plastic waste
Response surface methodology optimisation of catanionic surfactant mixtures in de-inking packaging plastic waste Open
Printing inks impede the quality and economic feasibility of packaging plastic recycling. Conventionally, different single-surfactant systems have been explored for plastic de-inking. Despite the better detergency potential, surfactant mix…
View article: Understanding de-inking in packaging plastic recycling: Bridging the gap in resource conservation and establishing average hazard quotient
Understanding de-inking in packaging plastic recycling: Bridging the gap in resource conservation and establishing average hazard quotient Open
Achieving circularity in the plastic economy predominantly depends on sourcing higher quality recyclates. Packaging plastic poses a significant challenge as it is often not prioritised for collection or recycling initiatives. The presence …
View article: Improving Scalability of copper recovery in saline microbial fuel cells with microtubular polypyrrole-based cathodic electrocatalysts
Improving Scalability of copper recovery in saline microbial fuel cells with microtubular polypyrrole-based cathodic electrocatalysts Open
Microbial fuel cells (MFC) are emerging energy-efficient systems for copper (Cu) electrowinning from waste streams by coupling it with anodic oxidation of organics in wastewater. However, there is a lack of research examining scalable elec…
View article: Synergistic interaction between scrap tyre and plastics for the production of sulphur-free, light oil from fast co-pyrolysis
Synergistic interaction between scrap tyre and plastics for the production of sulphur-free, light oil from fast co-pyrolysis Open
Fast co-pyrolysis offers a sustainable solution for upcycling polymer waste, including scrap tyre and plastics. Previous studies primarily focused on slow heating rates, neglecting synergistic mechanisms and sulphur transformation in co-py…
View article: Packaging plastic waste from e-commerce sector: The Indian scenario and a multi-faceted cleaner production solution towards waste minimisation
Packaging plastic waste from e-commerce sector: The Indian scenario and a multi-faceted cleaner production solution towards waste minimisation Open
E-commerce has been disrupting the retail marketplace with its rapid growth in India over the past few years. Multiple socio-economic factors, including the Digital India initiative, the transition towards a cashless economy, and the rise …
View article: Risk assessment of heavy metals in the freshwater lake sediments around Eppawala phosphate deposit, Sri Lanka
Risk assessment of heavy metals in the freshwater lake sediments around Eppawala phosphate deposit, Sri Lanka Open
The Eppawala area in Sri Lanka has an agricultural-based economy. As a result, the recent agricultural intensification could increase the risk of heavy metal contamination in lakes in the area as the main water canal in the area, i.e., Jay…
View article: Biochemical trade-offs and opportunities of commercialized microalgae cultivation under increasing carbon dioxide
Biochemical trade-offs and opportunities of commercialized microalgae cultivation under increasing carbon dioxide Open
Microalgae's exceptional photosynthetic prowess, CO2 adaptation, and high-value bioproduct accumulation make them prime candidates for microorganism-based biorefineries. However, most microalgae research emphasizes downstream processes and…
View article: Scaling up of dual-chamber microbial electrochemical systems – An appraisal using systems design approach
Scaling up of dual-chamber microbial electrochemical systems – An appraisal using systems design approach Open
Impetus to minimise the energy and carbon footprints of evolving wastewater resource recovery facilities has promoted the development of microbial electrochemical systems (MES) as an emerging energy-neutral and sustainable platform technol…
View article: Circular economy and household e-waste management in India. Part II: A case study on informal e-waste collectors (Kabadiwalas) in India
Circular economy and household e-waste management in India. Part II: A case study on informal e-waste collectors (Kabadiwalas) in India Open
Rapid advances in electronics and telecommunications technologies have contributed significantly to making e-waste one of the largest and fastest-growing solid waste streams. India produces over 3.23 million tonnes of e-waste each year. Ov…
View article: Recovery Potential of Rare Earth Elements (REEs) from the Gem Mining Waste of Sri Lanka: A Case Study for Mine Waste Management
Recovery Potential of Rare Earth Elements (REEs) from the Gem Mining Waste of Sri Lanka: A Case Study for Mine Waste Management Open
Sri Lanka is one of the wealthiest countries in terms of gems. Therefore, gem mining is extensively carried out in many areas of Sri Lanka, including districts such as Ratnapura, Monaragala, Matale, and Kalutara. During the mining process,…
View article: Exploration for rare earth elements (REES) in different geological formations of Sri Lanka and their recovery potential
Exploration for rare earth elements (REES) in different geological formations of Sri Lanka and their recovery potential Open
Rare earth elements (REEs) are widely attracting global attention due to their crucial role in the modern lifestyle, especially in the industrial advancement towards a green economy through renewable technologies. This particular group of …
View article: Assessment of Pre-Treatment Techniques for Coarse Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) Recycling
Assessment of Pre-Treatment Techniques for Coarse Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) Recycling Open
Waste electrical and electronic equipment or e-waste generation has been skyrocketing over the last decades. This poses waste management and value recovery challenges, especially in developing countries. Printed circuit boards (PCBs) are m…