Manufacture and characterization of lightweight sand-plastic composites made of plastic waste and sand: Effect of sand types by Salih Mekideche, Mansour Rokbi, Zine El Abidine Rahmouni, Resego Phiri, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin

“…This study confirms its contribution to enhancing sustainability and promoting the principles of the circular economy.…”
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Valorizing date seeds through ultrasonication to enhance quality attributes of dough and biscuit: Part 2 – Study on bioactive properties, sensory acceptance, in vitro gastrointesti... by Meththa Ranasinghe, Mariam Alghaithi, Constantinos Stathopoulos, Balan Sundarakani, Sajid Maqsood

“…Thus, utilizing date seeds in the form of green extracted polyphenols and fiber-rich fraction, as functional and bioactive ingredients highlight sustainable processing and utilization of date-fruit processing by-products which is in line with the circular economy approach.…”
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Environmental awareness factor of used cell phones by N. Wibowo, R. Nurcahyo, D.S. Gabriel

“…FINDINGS: Mostly the households will replace their used cell phone if there is damage (66.84%) and keep the used cell phone at home (59.5%), thus becoming an obstacle in applying the appropriate recycling system and a circular economy. The average cell phone ownership in Jabodetabek is 1.28 units, and the average cell phone life span of people in Jabodetabek is 2.6 years. …”
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Driving sustainability in the automotive industry: bio-coated materials and modern strategies by Daniel Mendanha, Denise Carvalho, Mário Silva, Sofia Silva, Pedro Ferreira, Raquel Rodrigues, Carla J. Silva, Cristina Oliveira, Rita Marques

“…Today, bio-based materials are continually entering the market, with an increased focus on leveraging byproducts or waste from other industries to support environmental sustainability and the circular economy. These alternative materials typically consist of a textile substrate that can be modified regarding its composition and often incorporate bio-based coatings as alternatives to leather and petroleum-derived materials. …”
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Comparative environmental impacts analysis of technologies for recovering critical metals from copper anode slime: Insights from LCA by Yu Li, Jenny Baker, Yaxi Fang, Haizhou Cao, Cameron Pleydell-Pearce, Trystan Watson, Sha Chen, Guangling Zhao

“…Recycling of critical metals can significantly enhance metal recycling efficiency and support the advancement of a circular economy. However, this process could introduce potential environmental impacts due to the increased consumption of energy, chemical material, and water. …”
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Using stone dust as an improvement material for cement gravel column by Raksiri Sukkarak, Pornkasem Jongpradist, Panich Voottipruex, Pitthaya Jamsawang, Suraparb Keawsawasvong, Teerawut Pansuwannakun, Ittipon Meepon

“…Additionally, stone dust offers sustainability benefits by reducing waste generation and contributing to circular economy principles…”
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Performance evaluation of lime improved lateritic soil with the addition of pulverised snail shell and sawdust ash for sustainable highway infrastructure by Fadugba, Olaolu George, Ojo, Adeyemi Amos, Oluyemi Ayibiowu, Bamitale Dorcas, Omomomi, Oladapo Jayejeje, Bodunrin, Michael

“…Reusing waste materials for soil stabilization supports a circular economy approach, diverting these materials from landfills and promoting their sustainable use as valuable resources. …”
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Research on the matching relationship of municipal solid waste management and alternative fuel in Indonesia's cement industry by Wiharja, Suherman, Syafrudin, Muhammad Abdul Kholiq, Reba Anindyajati Pratama, Muhammad Haqqiyuddin Robbani, Feddy Suryanto

“…Beyond addressing coal dependency, RDF adoption supports circular economy practices, reduces landfill reliance, and mitigates environmental pollution. …”
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Variation in Nutritional Quality of By-Products from Nine Organic Apple Cultivars by Elisabeta Elena Popa, Laurentiu Mihai Palade, Violeta Alexandra Ion, Andreea Barbu, Oana Crina Bujor, Vlad Ioan Popa, Paul Alexandru Popescu, Amalia Carmen Mitelut, Mihaela Cristina Draghici, Mihaela Geicu-Cristea, Mona Elena Popa

“…Recently, consumers have been increasingly interested in highly nutritional and health-promoting products in the form of functional foods that are produced using environmentally friendly processes as part of the circular economy. Therefore, much research has been carried out related to the valorisation of waste generated during the processing of food, especially fruit and vegetables, commonly referred to as by-products. …”
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Strategic bioprocessing of A. protothecoides and C. sorokiniana using renewable feedstocks for targeted bioproduct and biodiesel generation by Eleni Krikigianni, Kyriakos Antoniadis, Paul Christakopoulos, Ulrika Rova, Leonidas Matsakas, Alok Patel

“…The focus on sustainability and circular economy renders the microalgal biorefinery concept highly attractive. …”
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Impacts of tropical climate on outdoor treatment of anaerobically digested sanitary wastewater using native microalgae by Gabriela Santos Cardozo, Graziele Ruas, Fabiana Alves Fiore, Gustavo Henrique Ribeiro Silva

“…Microalgal technology can serve as a tertiary treatment in countries with tropical climates, promoting the reintegration of water into the production cycle, which aligns with circular economy principles.…”
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Reducing personal protective equipment waste in the emergency department of a large regional hospital: codesign informed by system science by Mike Forrester, Rebecca Patrick, Steven Allender, Jaithri Ananthapavan, Urvi Thanekar, Hasini Gunasiri, Minoo Naebe, Maryam Naebe

“…Background This study aimed to bring together health workers from an emergency department (ED) and broader health system changemakers to cocreate a system-oriented understanding of the drivers of single-use personal protective equipment (PPE) waste, and recommend priority actions for government policy, and organisational change, to reduce PPE waste and transition towards a circular economy approach.Methods Participatory group model building was used with ED and PPE health service stakeholders to create a causal loop diagram of drivers of PPE waste and use this diagram to codesign actions to address this waste. …”
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Sustainable assessment of ultrasound-assisted extraction of anthocyanins with bio-based solvents for upgrading grape pomace Cabernet Sauvignon derived from a winemaking process by Andrés Córdova, Sebastián Catalán, Vinka Carrasco, Fabiane O. Farias, Julia Trentin, Jessica López, Fernando Salazar, Cassamo U. Mussagy

“…These results show that integration of UAE and bio-based solvents presented a sustainable and efficient method for valorizing wine making by-products, with significant improvements with respect to the conventional extraction, thus promoting eco-friendly practices for the food industry, and supporting the circular economy.…”
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An organic matter database (OMD): consolidating global residue data from agriculture, fisheries, forestry and related industries by G. Weldesemayat Sileshi, G. Weldesemayat Sileshi, E. Barrios, J. Lehmann, J. Lehmann, F. N. Tubiello

“…This information is expected to contribute to evidence-based policies and actions in support of sustainable utilization and the transition towards a circular economy. The database could be used for a variety of purposes, including estimation of residue availability for soil amendment, livestock feed, bioenergy and other industrial applications as well as assessment of the environmental impacts of residue management practices such as soil application and burning. …”
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Recovery of Nd³⁺ and Dy³⁺ from E-Waste Using Adsorbents from Spent Tyre Rubbers: Batch and Column Dynamic Assays by Miguel Nogueira, Inês Matos, Maria Bernardo, Filomena Pinto, Isabel Fonseca, Nuno Lapa

“…By repurposing waste tyre rubber, these materials offer a sustainable solution for rare earth recovery, addressing resource scarcity while aligning with circular economy principles by diverting waste from landfills and creating value-added products.…”
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Feasibility study of pilot scale vegetable waste composting project for Kundasang community’s waste management program by Noorafizah Murshid, Abu Zahrim Yaser, Junidah Lamaming, Mariani Rajin, Sariah Saalah, Mariana Taliban

“…Conclusion: The results show that these composting methods are suitable for VW and Kundasang community conditions, and this study will benefit the community in dealing with VW waste and generating a circular economy while establishing a self-sustaining community. …”
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Life cycle assessment of agricultural waste recycling for sustainable environmental impact by S. Sumiyati, B.P. Samadikun, A. Widiyanti, M.A. Budihardjo, S. Al Qadar, A.S. Puspita

“…In addition to efficiently managing agricultural waste, these technologies help generate electricity and sequester carbon, thereby advancing the objectives of climate change mitigation and circular economy. Although life cycle assessment has been used to analyze several waste management strategies, including those specific to agricultural waste, certain significant gaps and discoveries still require attention for a more thorough analysis. …”
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Effects of dietary hemp co-product inclusion on laying hens performances and on egg nutritional and functional profile by D. Lanzoni, M. Skřivan, M. Englmaierová, E. Petrosillo, L. Marchetti, V. Skřivanová, V. Bontempo, R. Rebucci, A. Baldi, C. Giromini

“…The European Union promotes a circular economy by valorising food industry scraps as co-products for animal feed. …”
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Utilization of refuse-derived fuel in industrial applications: Insights from Uttar Pradesh, India by Utsav Sharma, Dayanand Sharma, Amit Kumar, Tushar Bansal, Ankit Agarwal, Shudhanshu Kumar, Abid Hussian, Hesam Kamyab, Moinul Haq

“…Ensuring that RDFs support sustainable energy technologies and align with circular economy principles, the study's results could enhance energy efficiency in waste management and complement environmental policy goals across all states in India and worldwide.…”
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Plasma-enhanced upcycling of mixed plastic waste over La0.6Ca0.4FeO3−δ nano spheres for co-producing hydrogen and high-value carbon by Guoxing Chen, Xiao Yu, Aasir Rashid, Chanchan Li, Marc Widenmeyer, Lina Liu, Bowen Liu, Yi Wang, Gert Homm, Emanuel Ionescu, Tao Shao, Anke Weidenkaff

“…This innovative approach shows great potential and provides a scalable and sustainable solution for managing complex mixed plastic waste, promoting circular economy objectives while enabling industrial applications in clean energy production and advanced material development.…”
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