Polymer Science and Sustainability – Part 2

This course is the second module of a holistic superior recycling methods course that gives a complete overview of recycling strategies, regulatory frameworks, and future traits within the round financial system. By means of a collection of expert-led lectures, members will acquire in-depth data of polymer science and its functions in recycling.

Course Modules:

All modules are printed in various Udemy programs. Please comply with all modules to obtain a holistic view of superior recycling methods.

• Introduction to Polymers – Led by Prof. Jarkko J Saarinen from the College of Japanese Finland (UEF), this session presents insights into the character and properties of polymers, setting the stage for superior discussions on recycling.
• PART 2: Regulatory and Authorized Issues of Recycled Plastics – Mathilde Taveau from Plastics Recyclers Europe discusses the authorized panorama affecting recycled plastics, which is important for understanding the business’s working surroundings.
• PART 3.1: Chemical Recycling – Prof. Mika Härkönen from VTT delves into the processes and applied sciences behind chemical recycling, a cornerstone of plastic reuse.
• PART 3.2: State-of-the-art Mechanical Recycling – Ana Rita Carvalho Neiva from Coolrec explores cutting-edge developments and improvements enhancing the effectivity and effectiveness of mechanical recycling methods.
• PART 4: Conversion of Plastics – PhD Jani Pelto from VTT examines the conversion applied sciences that remodel waste plastics into precious new merchandise.
• PART 5: Identification and Characterization of Plastics – PhD Francisco Senna Vieira and Prof. Janne Jänis from VTT and UEF, respectively, focus on the superior strategies used to determine and analyse various kinds of plastics, essential for efficient recycling.
• PART 6: Round Economic system and Future Facets – Anna Tenhunen-Lunkka and Prof. Ali Harlin from VTT define the ideas of the round financial system and speculate on future traits and improvements in plastic recycling.

This MOOC is good for professionals within the recycling business, environmental scientists, and anybody all in favour of sustainable supplies administration and environmental conservation. Members will go away with a strong understanding of the challenges and alternatives in recycling polymers, outfitted with the data to drive innovation and sustainability of their fields.