Polymer Science and Sustainability – Part 3

This course is the third module of a holistic superior recycling strategies course that gives a complete overview of recycling strategies, regulatory frameworks, and future tendencies within the round economic system. By way of a sequence of expert-led lectures, contributors will acquire in-depth information of polymer science and its purposes in recycling.

Course Modules:

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

• PART 1: Introduction to Polymers – Led by Prof. Jarkko J Saarinen from the College of Jap Finland (UEF), this session gives 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 crucial for understanding the business’s working atmosphere.
• 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 strategies.
• PART 4: Conversion of Plastics – PhD Jani Pelto from VTT examines the conversion applied sciences that rework waste plastics into helpful new merchandise.
• PART 5: Identification and Characterization of Plastics – PhD Francisco Senna Vieira and Prof. Janne Jänis from VTT and UEF, respectively, talk about the superior strategies used to establish and analyse various kinds of plastics, essential for efficient recycling.
• PART 6: Round Economic system and Future Points – Anna Tenhunen-Lunkka and Prof. Ali Harlin from VTT define the rules of the round economic system and speculate on future tendencies and improvements in plastic recycling.

This MOOC is good for professionals within the recycling business, environmental scientists, and anybody desirous about sustainable supplies administration and environmental conservation. Individuals will depart with a strong understanding of the challenges and alternatives in recycling polymers, outfitted with the information to drive innovation and sustainability of their fields.