Plastic Biodegradation through Insects and their Symbionts Microbes: A Review

Authors

Huda Bilal, Institute of Plant Protection, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan.Follow
Hasnain Raza, Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan.Follow
Haseena Bibi, Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan.Follow
Tehmina Bibi, Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan.Follow

Abstract

Plastic waste has recently been identified as one of the most serious environmental issues, affecting all life forms, natural habitats, and the economy, and is one of the most serious global environmental problems, second only to climate change. Seeking alternative environmentally sustainable options, such as biodegradation instead of conventional disposal, is critical in the face of this challenge. However, there is currently a lack of information about the mechanisms and efficacy of plastic biodegradation. From this perspective, this study aims to illustrate the negative environmental impacts of the plastic waste. It also addresses the role of insects and gut microbiota in the degradation of plastics, emphasizing the important role they will play in the future.

DOI

https://doi.org/10.35691/JBM.1202.0206

Article History

Received: July 17, 2021; Accepted: Sep 9, 2021; Published: Oct 28, 2021

Recommended Citation

Bilal, H., Raza, H., Bibi, H., & Bibi, T. (2021). Plastic Biodegradation through Insects and their Symbionts Microbes: A Review, Journal of Bioresource Management, 8 (4).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.35691/JBM.1202.0206