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Substantial utilization of food wastes for existence of nanocomposite polymers in sustainable development: a review

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  • Anjali Tripathi

    (Uttaranchal University)

  • Shivangi Srivastava

    (Harcourt Butler Technical University, Nawabganj)

  • Vinay Kumar Pandey

    (Uttaranchal University
    Integral University)

  • Rahul Singh

    (Integral University)

  • Parmjit S. Panesar

    (Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology Longowal)

  • Aamir Hussain Dar

    (Islamic University of Science and Technology)

  • Sarvesh Rustagi

    (Uttaranchal University)

  • Rafeeya Shams

    (Lovely Professional University)

  • R. Pandiselvam

    (ICAR–Central, Plantation Crops Research Institute)

Abstract

The problem of food disposal has grown more serious, but the application of nanocomposite polymers offers a viable solution. These cutting-edge polymers provide cost-effective solutions and a sustainable means of reducing environmental harm. Food waste can be used extensively to make nanocomposite polymers, that are useful in a variety of industrial applications. Biodegradable components like lignin and chitin, which are sourced from animal products or crop leftovers, are used to create the cutting-edge polymers. The mechanical qualities and endurance of the polymers are improved by including these natural components, making them suitable for a variety of industrial fields. In the rapidly expanding sector of biocomposite polymer materials, there is a big emphasis on using food waste as a viable feedstock. According to research, biocomposites made from food waste have better mechanical strength and barrier qualities than conventional materials. These biocomposites can also be modified to fulfil specific application requirements, such as better thermal insulation capabilities or higher fire resistance. They are a desirable replacement for conventional synthetic polymers due to their sustainability, which also expands the variety of possible uses. Inorganic and organic nanoparticles are mixed with biopolymers to form nanocomposite materials based on biopolymers. While many waste materials can be employed as substrates for the manufacture of bionanomaterials, recent focus has been placed on the food industry waste, which is produced at a significant pace globally. These biopolymers are gaining popularity in the pharmaceutical and medical industries in addition to their current use in culinary applications because of their distinctive properties. This study sheds light on the possibilities of this novel strategy for sustainable development by compiling a wide range of food waste sources and biopolymer synthesis technologies.

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  • Anjali Tripathi & Shivangi Srivastava & Vinay Kumar Pandey & Rahul Singh & Parmjit S. Panesar & Aamir Hussain Dar & Sarvesh Rustagi & Rafeeya Shams & R. Pandiselvam, 2024. "Substantial utilization of food wastes for existence of nanocomposite polymers in sustainable development: a review," Environment, Development and Sustainability: A Multidisciplinary Approach to the Theory and Practice of Sustainable Development, Springer, vol. 26(10), pages 24727-24753, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:endesu:v:26:y:2024:i:10:d:10.1007_s10668-023-03756-2
    DOI: 10.1007/s10668-023-03756-2
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