Cladophora algae cellulose and starch based bio-composite as an alternative for environmentally friendly packaging material

Steven, Soen; Octiano, Ilham; Mardiyati, Yati

doi:10.1063/5.0015845

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“…Plastics are synthetic plastic, the petroleum products generated from oil extraction, coal and natural gas that are the primary plastics composites (Steven et al , 2020). Usually, they are classified into two types of plastics: thermoplastics (which are softened when heated and can be restructured).…”

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“…To achieve this sustainable development in the plastic industry, biodegradable plastic should be one solution. It also provides an excellent alternative in the near future for petrochemical plastics (Steven et al , 2020). Biodegradable plastics might be a potential alternative for overloaded landfills by redirecting part of large volume plastics to other waste disposal strategies and littering single-use plastics that are otherwise hard to recycle.…”

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The plastic of the future: determinants for switching intention from synthetic to biodegradable plastics among the young consumers

Moshood

Nawanir

Mahmud

et al. 2022

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Purpose This study aims to examine the young Malaysian consumers’ switching intention from synthetic to biodegradable plastics. This research shows the factors affecting young Malaysian consumers’ switching intention towards biodegradable plastic rather than traditional plastic (synthetic plastics). In this study, there are three factors to be considered whether they influence the young consumers in Malaysia to change their intention towards biodegradable plastic. The three factors are environmental concern, knowledge and the perceived value of biodegradable plastic. However, biodegradable plastic’s switching intention is also affected by biodegradable plastic’s attitude, where the three factors influence this attitude. Thus, all variables are considered in this research to investigate the reasons for switching intention from synthetic to biodegradable plastics among young Malaysian consumers. Design/methodology/approach In line with the recent economic growth, especially in developing countries, human concern for the environment has increased over time. This paradigm shift has influenced Malaysians to pay more attention to the issues related to synthetic plastics, especially in Malaysia itself. To reduce the use of synthetic plastic in Malaysia, this research is conducted to identify the young consumer’s behaviour in Malaysia towards the use of biodegradable plastics. In this study, the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) is broadened into three additional factors that potentially enhance the young consumer’s attitude and increase switching intention towards biodegradable plastics: environmental concern, knowledge and perceived value. The data were collected using a structured questionnaire via an online survey method. The structural equation modelling with SmartPLS 3 was used to analyse the data from a total of 162 respondents. The study’s key findings confirmed that switching intention towards biodegradable plastics is significantly influenced by environmental concern, perceived value, and attitude. This study also provided empirical evidence that the attitude acts as a mediator for the relationship between environmental concern and perceived value towards the switching intention. These results could help the government establish a new policy to encourage citizens to use biodegradable plastics while reducing environmental pollution. Findings The study’s key findings confirmed that switching intention towards biodegradable plastics is significantly influenced by environmental concern, perceived value and attitude. Furthermore, this study extends the TPB to include the intention to switch from synthetic to biodegradable plastics, where attitudes towards the environment, environmental concern and perceived value all have an impact on the intention to switch from synthetic to biodegradable plastics in the first place. As an additional contribution to the existing body of knowledge, this study provides empirical data about the variables influencing decision-makers’ intentions towards the transition from synthetic to biodegradable plastics. The findings of this study may also be useful for future research by academic institutions, the Department of Research and Development and the government. As a result, this research is important for future academics who want to better understand the intentions of young Malaysian consumers when it comes to biodegradable plastics. Originality/value This research might provide direction to a firm considering implementing a new business strategy to develop creative and sustainable products that will contribute to the protection of the environment. More importantly, this research contributes to improving government policy and regulation in environmental preservation by integrating environmental knowledge and attitude into Malaysian cultural practices. Also possible are even greater levels of environmental awareness and environmentally friendly activities on the part of the government and the commercial sector, such as various initiatives and events to encourage green and environmentally friendly purchasing habits. As a result, given that sustainability has emerged as one of the most pressing issues facing society today, this research is important in that it provides insights for stakeholders (policymakers, marketers and others) to strategise the government’s plan to reduce the use of synthetic plastics and promote the use of biodegradable plastics. As the analysis of consumer behaviour is one of the most important aspects of improving the profitability of businesses, the collaboration between marketing and the research and development department to examine consumer behaviour is extremely important to meet the needs of consumers. This research could serve as a reference for them during the decision-making process, particularly in the plastics industry, which is highly recommended. Aside from that, the findings of the study may be used as a guide for the government in developing new policies to attain the objective of sustainable development in the future. As a result, it can aid in introducing environmentally friendly products and raising public knowledge about them.

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The plastic of the future: determinants for switching intention from synthetic to biodegradable plastics among the young consumers

Moshood

Nawanir

Mahmud

et al. 2022

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“…(1) eliminate the most polluting plastic products; (2) replace conventional plastic with natural or biodegradable alternatives; (3) promote reuse methodology; (4) improve waste management; and (5) introduce producer responsibility on collecting and processing agricultural plastics. According to Steven and Octiano [298], Mashood et al [299], and Vox et al [300], biobased and biodegradable plastics are currently considered the solutions for achieving this sustainable expansion of the plastic sector and providing a vital substitute for petrochemical or conventional plastics in the near future. Compared to synthetic plastics, biodegradable plastics aim to create a more sustainable and environmentally friendly world with a lower environmental effect.…”

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Plastic Pollution in Agriculture as a Threat to Food Security, the Ecosystem, and the Environment: An Overview

Lakhiar,

Yan,

Zhang

et al. 2024

Agronomy

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Plastic products in plant production and protection help farmers increase crop production, enhance food quality, and reduce global water use and their environmental footprint. Simultaneously, plastic has emerged as a critical ecological issue in recent years, and its pollution has significantly impacted soil, water, and plants. Thus, this review examines the multifaceted problems of plastic pollution in agriculture as a risk to food security, the ecosystem, and the environment. The study’s objective was to review and present the most recent information on using different plastic products in agriculture, the sources of plastic pollution, the advantages and drawbacks of using plastic products, and the strategies for mitigating plastic pollution in agriculture. Furthermore, after examining current plastic applications, benefits, adverse effects, and risks to soil, plants, and the environment, we addressed the requirements for technological advancements, regulations, and social processes that could contribute to mitigating plastic pollution in our ecosystems. We identified different pathways toward more sustainable use of plastics in agriculture and discussed future research directions.

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“…The samples were taken from the container on different disintegration days (1,4,7,9,11,14) to control the disintegration process. The collected samples were washed with distilled water, oven-dried at 50 • C for 48 h, and weighed.…”

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“…The results showed that the blend of starch with cellulose resulted in a not-brittle thermoplastic starch film with higher tensile strength and elongation than in unblended conditions. Furthermore, the blend of cellulose and starch also allowed for greatly reducing the mass loss caused by water immersion [ 14 ]. Starch nanocrystals (WSNC) and cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) were used to produce TPS nanocomposites, and the crystals increased the tensile strength, elongation at break, and Young’s modulus of TPS.…”

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Use of Raw Peach Gum as a Sustainable Additive for the Development of Water-Sensitive and Biodegradable Thermoplastic Starch Films

Juan-Polo,

Pavon,

de la Rosa-Ramírez

et al. 2023

Polymers

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In this study, formulations of thermoplastic starch (TPS) with 5, 10, and 15 parts per hundred resin (phr) of raw peach gum (PG) were prepared by melt extrusion followed by injection molding to obtain standard specimens for characterization. In addition, biodegradable films were developed by compression molding. It was determined that TPS with 5 phr and 10 phr of PG presented similar mechanical behavior to pure TPS after the processing. However, results indicated that adding PG in 10 phr slowed down the starch’s retrogradation, delaying the TPS structure’s stiffening. Moreover, the TPS–PG formulations presented improved solubility, which increased by 24% with 10 and 15 phr of PG compared to that shown for TPS. Additionally, PG enhanced the compostability of TPS, causing the sample to disintegrate in a shorter period. In conclusion, it was determined that raw PG added in 10 phr could be added as a sustainable additive to modify the biodegradation and water sensitivity of TPS without affecting its mechanical behavior after processing and delaying the retrogradation of the TPS structure, increasing its shelf life.

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Cladophora algae cellulose and starch based bio-composite as an alternative for environmentally friendly packaging material

Cited by 17 publications

References 20 publications

The plastic of the future: determinants for switching intention from synthetic to biodegradable plastics among the young consumers

The plastic of the future: determinants for switching intention from synthetic to biodegradable plastics among the young consumers

Plastic Pollution in Agriculture as a Threat to Food Security, the Ecosystem, and the Environment: An Overview

Use of Raw Peach Gum as a Sustainable Additive for the Development of Water-Sensitive and Biodegradable Thermoplastic Starch Films

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