Web17 nov. 2024 · This report examines life cycle assessments (LCAs) comparing disposable paper and plastic products. It finds that, although the body of existing studies is often used to support the conclusion that low-weight plastic bags generally yield better environmental results than paper bags, this finding: (1) depends on a variety of factors and cannot … Web25 jul. 2011 · Research and analysis Life cycle assessment of supermarket carrierbags: a review of the bags available in 2006 A study to assess the life cycle environmental …
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Web12 jan. 2024 · Large-scale use of plastic grocery bags presents a significant burden on the environment, where paper bags are considered a popular alternative to plastic bags. However, it is important to assess the environmental impacts of both types to avoid adverse consequences of use of alternatives on false sense of benefits. WebPoly(ethene) is used to make plastic bags. Table 1 shows data from a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for a plastic bag and a paper bag. Table 1 . Plastic bag : Paper bag : Raw materials ; Crude oil or natural gas . Wood : Energy used in MJ . 1.5 ; 1.7 . Mass of solid waste in g ; 14 . 50 ; Mass of CO. 2. towelling top
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