Frontmatter

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter I
2. Acknowledgments V
3. Preface VII
4. Contents XIII
5. 1. Methods for evaluating the biodegradability of environmentally degradable polymers 1
6. 2. Biodegradation behaviour of polymers in liquid environments 23
7. 3. Environmental fate and ecotoxicity assessment of biodegradable polymers 45
8. 4. Ecotoxicological aspects of the biodegradation process of polymers 75
9. 5. International and national norms on biodegradability and certification procedures 115
10. 6. General characteristics, processability, industrial applications and market evolution of biodegradable polymers 147
11. 7. Polyhydroxyalkanoates 183
12. 8. Starch-based technology 217
13. 9. Lactic acid-based degradable polymers 245
14. 10. Biodegradable Polyesters 261
15. 11. Material formed from proteins 299
16. 12. Enzyme catalysis in the synthesis of biodegradable polymers 339
17. 13. Environmental life cycle of biodegradable plastics 393
18. 14. The use of biodegradable polymers for the optimisation of models for the source separation and composting of organic waste 409
19. 15. Collection of biowaste with biodegradable and compostable plastic bags and treatment in anaerobic digestion facilities: Advantages and options for optimisation 427
20. 16. Principles, drivers, and analysis of biodegradable and biobased plastics 455
21. 17. Biorefineries for renewable monomers 475
22. 18. Research and development funding with the focus on biodegradable products 491
23. Abbreviations 517
24. Index 523