Die Europäische Union der zwei Geschwindigkeiten: Grundlagen und Wirkungen einer differenzierten Währungsunion
In: Europäische Hochschulschriften
In: Reihe 5, Volks- und Betriebswirtschaft 1962
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In: Europäische Hochschulschriften
In: Reihe 5, Volks- und Betriebswirtschaft 1962
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In: Journal of black studies, Band 25, Heft 2, S. 250-272
ISSN: 1552-4566
In: Liberal: das Magazin für die Freiheit, Band 40, Heft 1, S. 48-51
ISSN: 0459-1992
In: Policy sciences: integrating knowledge and practice to advance human dignity, Band 16, Heft 4, S. 349-369
ISSN: 1573-0891
In: Policy sciences: integrating knowledge and practice to advance human dignity ; the journal of the Society of Policy Scientists, Band 16, Heft 4, S. 349
ISSN: 0032-2687
Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) presents the dual characteristic of containing both hazardous substances and valuable recoverable materials. Mainly found in WEEE plastics, brominated flame retardants (BFRs) are a component of particular interest. Several actions have been taken worldwide to regulate their use and disposal, however, in countries where no regulation is in place, the recovery of highly valuable materials has promoted the development of informal treatment facilities, with serious consequences for the environment and the health of the workers and communities involved. Hence, in this review we examine a wide spectrum of aspects related to WEEE plastic management. A search of legislation and the literature was made to determine the current legal framework by region/country. Additionally, we focused on identifying the most relevant methods of existing industrial processes for determining BFRs and their challenges. BFR occurrence and substitution by novel BFRs (NBFRs) was reviewed. An emphasis was given to review the health and environmental impacts associated with BFR/NBFR presence in waste, consumer products, and WEEE recycling facilities. Knowledge and research gaps of this topic were highlighted. Finally, the discussion on current trends and proposals to attend to this relevant issue were outlined.
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