| Title |
The analysis of air filter material sustainability using life cycle assessment modeling |
| Authors |
Gojaeva, Shovkat ; Prasauskas, Tadas ; Masionė, Goda |
| DOI |
10.15388/CCT.2025 |
| Full Text |
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| Is Part of |
Chemistry and chemical technology 2025: student scientific conference, May 9, 2025, Vilnius.. Vilnius : Vilnius University Press. 2025, p. 33.. eISSN 2538-7332 |
| Abstract [eng] |
With growing global concerns about both air pollution and plastic waste, the demand for sustainable alternatives to conventional filtration materials continues to increase [1]. Conducting a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) enables the environmental evaluation of bio-based air filter materials, specifically those made from polylactic acid (PLA) and polybutylene succinate (PBS), in comparison with fossil-based polypropylene (PP) [2]. SimaPro software, in accordance with ISO 14040/44 standards, was used in this study to model the complete life cycle of each material, from raw material extraction to manufacturing and end-of-life stages. Inventory data on biogenic carbon content, energy and resource use, emissions, and waste is evaluated to determine the relative sustainability of these materials [3]. Although full results may still be in development at the time of presentation, this study highlights the promising potential of bio-derived polymer structures to serve as both sustainable and effective media in air filtration applications. The results will provide insights on the environmental trade-offs and opportunities associated with the transition to sustainable air filtration technologies. |
| Published |
Vilnius : Vilnius University Press |
| Type |
Conference paper |
| Language |
English |
| Publication date |
2025 |
| CC license |
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