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Valorization of Plastic Waste in Ghana: The Circular Approach

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  • Dolores Mensah Hervie

    (Accra Technical University, Ghana)

  • Ernest Christian Winful

    (Accra Technical University, Ghana)

  • Sebrina Kafui Tsagli

    (Accra Technical University, Ghana)

Abstract

Wastes from plastics are ubiquitous and have become a critical global challenge, especially in Africa. There is an urgent call to combat the menace because of its harmful impact on the ecosystem. The research methodology used is the exploratory technique. Circular economy (CE) is the answer to this global problem, especially in advanced countries. Even though some African countries have commenced recycling waste plastics, which is a contribution to circular economy, the idea is now gaining support in Ghana. The aim of this study is to propose a strategy and design a customized business model canvas for an establishment that transforms different types of waste plastics into pavement slabs and paving tiles in Ghana. The rationale is to accentuate the significance of introducing CE as a tool for effective and efficient plastic waste management in the country.

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  • Dolores Mensah Hervie & Ernest Christian Winful & Sebrina Kafui Tsagli, 2021. "Valorization of Plastic Waste in Ghana: The Circular Approach," International Journal of Sustainable Economies Management (IJSEM), IGI Global, vol. 10(2), pages 31-45, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:igg:jsem00:v:10:y:2021:i:2:p:31-45
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