Mapping the end-of-life of chemicals for circular economy opportunities

Uekert, Taylor

doi:10.1039/D4SU00517A

Title: Mapping the end-of-life of chemicals for circular economy opportunities

Journal Article · 30 October 2024 · RSC Sustainability

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SU00517A · OSTI ID:2472979

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Strategic Energy Analysis Center, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Golden, Colorado, 80401, USA

Material flow analysis of chemicals in the United States highlights low recycling rates, substantial climate change and human health impacts, and the potential for a circular economy to reduce waste and drive sustainability in the chemical industry.

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Research Organization:: National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), Golden, CO (United States)

Sponsoring Organization:: USDOE

Grant/Contract Number:: AC36-08GO28308

OSTI ID:: 2472979

Report Number(s):: NREL/JA--6A20-90405

Journal Information:: RSC Sustainability, Journal Name: RSC Sustainability Journal Issue: 11 Vol. 2; ISSN 2753-8125; ISSN RSSUAN

Publisher:: Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)Copyright Statement

Country of Publication:: United Kingdom

Language:: English

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