Photoreforming of Microplastics: Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Environmental Remediation

Author:

Zhang Xiandi123ORCID,Jun Minki4,Zu Wenhan2,Kim Minah4,Lee Kwangyeol4ORCID,Lee Lawrence Yoon Suk2ORCID

Affiliation:

1. BGI Research Shenzhen 518083 China

2. Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology and The Research Institute for Smart Energy The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Hung Hom Kowloon Hong Kong SAR China

3. BGI Research Changzhou 213299 China

4. Department of Chemistry and Research Institute for Natural Sciences Korea University Seoul 02841 Republic of Korea

Abstract

AbstractPlastics are widely used in daily lives, but unfortunately, their inadequate recycling practices have led to the accumulation of microplastics in the environment, posing a threat to public health. The existing methods for treating microplastics are energy‐intensive and environmentally damaging. In this context, photoreforming has emerged as a sustainable solution to address the microplastic crisis by simultaneously recycling them into value‐added chemicals. This review presents a comprehensive overview of the application of photoreforming for upcycling microplastic. The underlying mechanisms of photoreforming reaction are discussed, followed by the exploration of recent advancements and innovative strategies in photoreforming techniques with particular emphasis on their real‐world applications and potential for large‐scale implementation. Also, critical factors influencing the efficiency of microplastic photoreforming are identified, providing guidance for further research and optimization.

Funder

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

National Research Foundation of Korea

Publisher

Wiley

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