Recent advances in chemical recycling and upcycling of plastic waste into valuable materials, chemicals, and energy: a comprehensive review

RSC Sustainability 2026 Open access

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Authors: Kalsoom Jan, Dhruba Jyoti Deka, Evan Yu, Taofeng Lu, Kai Li, Huixin Jiang, Kashif Nawaz, Erin G Webb, Soydan Ozcan, Rongge Zou, Leilei Dai, Hanwu Lei
+3 more Roger Ruan, X. C. Zhao, Wan-Ting Grace Chen
DOI: 10.1039/d5su00506j
Cited by: 13
References: 244

Abstract

A comprehensive review of advanced chemical upcycling pathways transforming plastic waste into circular, high-value chemicals, fuels, and energy carriers.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Microplastics and Plastic Pollution Municipal Solid Waste Management Polymer Science and PVC

Publication details

Journal / source
RSC Sustainability
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
4
Issue
4
Pages
1667–1702
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN