| 3 | Beat the plastic:an approach to polyethylene terephthalate(PET)bottle waste management in Nigeria显示文摘Rapid economic growth and production patterns have increased plastic consumption,plastic waste generation,and environmental pollution burden on both land and water habitats across the globe.The use of PET(polyethylene terephthalate)bottles in packaging has increased tremendously and accounts for a significant proportion of the plastic waste generated in Nigeria,along with its environment and economic cost.Achieving sustainable development goals of sustainable cities and communities,responsible consumption and production,ensure access to safe water and sanitation has necessitated the need for an efficient PET bottle waste management system.This study analyzed the PET bottle system in Nigeria and proposes an integrated PET bottle model/system for sustainable waste management,resource conservation,improved environmental sanitation,and economic development in Nigeria.Also,the need for the adoption of a holistic and indigenous approach in the formulation of the national policy on plastic waste management is emphasized,as it will encourage the citizens’participation and financial investments in waste management. | Nkonyeasua Kingsley Egun Osagie Jude Evbayiro | 2020 | Waste Disposal and Sustainable Energy2020，2，4： | 0 |
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