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Waste Plastic to Fuel Generation
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Process Automation
Abstract
The increasing accumulation of plastic waste poses significant environmental challenges, necessitating innovative solutions for waste management and resource recovery. This paper explores the potential of waste plastic to fuel (WPTF) generation as a sustainable method to address the dual issues of plastic pollution and energy scarcity. Utilizing advanced technologies such as pyrolysis and gasification, waste plastics can be converted into valuable fuels, including diesel and gasoline. The study examines the efficiency of these processes, the types of plastics that can be utilized, and the resultant energy yield. Additionally, an assessment of the environmental impacts highlights the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional disposal methods. Economic viability is analyzed through cost comparisons and potential market applications for the produced fuels. The findings suggest that WPTF generation not only offers a viable pathway for waste reduction but also contributes to energy security and resource recovery, making it a promising solution for both environmental and energy needs. Future research directions focus on technological advancements, policy frameworks, and community engagement to enhance the adoption and scalability of this innovative approach.
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How to cite this paper
@article{1706459,
author = {Sandip S. Sutar, Vishwajeet S. Harugade, Saksham S. Dhere, Dhanraj A. Yewale, Prof. Rajendra S. More; Prof. S. S. Sutar},
title = {Waste Plastic to Fuel Generation},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2024},
volume = {8},
number = {5},
pages = {418-422},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1706459.pdf},
abstract = {The increasing accumulation of plastic waste poses significant environmental challenges, necessitating innovative solutions for waste management and resource recovery. This paper explores the potential of waste plastic to fuel (WPTF) generation as a sustainable method to address the dual issues of plastic pollution and energy scarcity. Utilizing advanced technologies such as pyrolysis and gasification, waste plastics can be converted into valuable fuels, including diesel and gasoline. The study examines the efficiency of these processes, the types of plastics that can be utilized, and the resultant energy yield. Additionally, an assessment of the environmental impacts highlights the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional disposal methods. Economic viability is analyzed through cost comparisons and potential market applications for the produced fuels. The findings suggest that WPTF generation not only offers a viable pathway for waste reduction but also contributes to energy security and resource recovery, making it a promising solution for both environmental and energy needs. Future research directions focus on technological advancements, policy frameworks, and community engagement to enhance the adoption and scalability of this innovative approach.},
month = {November},
}