Polymers, main components of plastics and rubbers, are being
discarded in increasing quantities. But this waste can also be
considered as plastic gold''. Public concern, coupled with the
inherent value of the material, means that recycling is imperative.
The present book presents a survey of current knowledge in the form of
case studies, including current legal and educational issues. Topics
covered also include regulation and practice in NATO countries, the
economics of recycling, the reprocessing of single polymers and
mixtures, and future prospects and strategies.

Audience: Vital reading for all polymer scientists, technicians
and engineers.