ESES Kicks off Inaugural International Collaborative Project in Senegal
The first experimental results from our partnership with DAUST are now in and they are encouraging!
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Addressing the Plastic Waste Challenges in the Kashmir Valley
by Sohail Lone, PhD Solid waste management in Jammu & Kashmir especially plastic waste management is one of the most important services for maintaining the …
The Challenges of Plastic Waste Management in the Developing World
by Jeffrey Seay, PhD, PE Mismanaged plastic waste is now a critical challenge around the world, but especially in developing countries. These pictures from the …
Is Plastic Derived Fuel Oil Environmentally Friendly?
By Jeffrey Seay, PhD, PE A common concern that is often voiced with respect to Plastic Derived Fuel Oil (PDFO) is that although it does …
The Challenge of the Circular Economy in the Developing World
By Jeffrey R. Seay, PhD, PE When it comes to managing plastic waste, a term we often hear is “Circular Economy”. This term refers to …
Plastic Derived Fuel Oil – An Appropriate Solution for Plastic Waste
By Jeffrey R. Seay, PhD, PE In developing countries, the lack of robust infrastructure makes managing plastic waste difficult. Municipal solid waste management requires disposal, …
Why is plastic so hard to recycle?
by Jeffrey R. Seay, PhD, PE In principle, plastic is recyclable. It may certainly appear that the plastic waste crisis is simply one of …