Experience of Companies in Asia on Solving Plastic Waste Problem

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Hoai Nam Ngo ,

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Volume 9 - November 2020 (11)

Abstract

The objective of this paper is an overview of plastic waste pollution, related studies, and theories related to plastic waste pollution treatment. From there, we analyze the experiences of Asian countries and draw lessons for Vietnam.

Keywords

Consumption trend of plastic products, plastic waste, Vietnam and Southeast Asia.

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