This project proposal aims to evaluate the potential of pyrolysis technology for plastic waste management in India. Plastic waste generation in India is approximately 26,000 tons per day but waste management infrastructure is inadequate, resulting in plastic pollution of the environment. Pyrolysis is a promising solution as it converts plastic waste into useful fuels and gases. The objectives are to analyze plastic waste issues in India, evaluate pyrolysis effectiveness from literature, and propose recommendations for pyrolysis implementation. The methodology involves literature reviews of plastic waste problems and pyrolysis solutions, with primary research on pyrolysis effectiveness. The outcome will be an evaluation of pyrolysis suitability and recommendations for its use in India.

1. Program Computer Engineering 2022-23
Course name &
code
Environmental Science Project (SH2603)
Class S.Y. B. Tech ( Semester-IV)
Proposed Title Plastic Waste Pyrolysis

2. CONTENT:
1. INTRODUCTION
2. PROBLEM STATEMENT
3. RELEVANCE
4. LITERATURE REVIEW
5. OBJECTIVES
6. METHODOLOGY
7. PROJECT OUTCOME
8. REFERENCES:
9. APPROXIMATE EXPENSES

3. Plastic waste is a major environmental
problem in India. With growing consumption
and inadequate waste management
infrastructure, plastic waste is polluting our
oceans, rivers, and landfills. This project aims
to evaluate the potential of pyrolysis as a
solution for plastic waste management in
India.

4. PROBLEM STATEMENT
India generates an estimated 26,000 tons of plastic waste
per day. Inadequatewaste management infrastructure
results in a significant amount of plastic waste ending up in
the environment, causing harm to wildlife and affecting
public health.

5. Pyrolysis is a promising technology for plastic waste
management. It can convert plastic waste into useful
energy sources, such as fuel and gas. This project will
evaluate the potential of pyrolysis technology in
addressing the plastic waste problem in India.

6. 1.To analyze the problem of plastic waste disposal in India and its
impact on the environment and public health.
1.To evaluate the potential of pyrolysis as a solution for plastic
waste management in India.
To explore the use of pyrolysis technology in other countries
for plastic waste management and its effectiveness.
To propose recommendations for the implementation of pyrolysis
technology for plastic waste management in

7. A pyrolysis project would involve a systematic search
and analysis of existing research and literature related to
pyrolysis as a waste management and renewable energy
technology. It would aim to identify the current state of
knowledge on the pyrolysis process, including the types of
feedstock used, optimal pyrolysis conditions, product yields
and quality, environmental impacts, and economic feasibility.

8. • The project will involve a literature review of existing studies on
plastic waste disposal in India and pyrolysis as a potential
solution.
• Primary research will be conducted to evaluate the
effectiveness of pyrolysis technology for plastic waste
management.
• The use of pyrolysis technology in other countries and its
effectiveness will also be analyzed.
• The research findings will be used to propose recommendations
for the implementation of pyrolysis technology for plastic waste
management.

9. • The project outcome will include an evaluation of pyrolysis as a
potential solution for plastic waste management in India.
• The effectiveness of pyrolysis technology in other countries will
also be analyzed.
• Moreover, the project will propose recommendations for the
implementation of pyrolysis technology for plastic waste
management in India.

10. • Jena, H. M., Patel, K. S., & Singh, R. (2019). Optimization of pyrolysis process parameters of low
density polyethylene waste using response surface methodology. Journal of Material Cycles and
Waste Management, 21(4), 833-844.
• Kumar, S., Sharma, V., Garg, M. O., & Kothari, R. (2019). Optimization of catalytic pyrolysis of plastic
bags using response surface methodology. Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management,
21(6), 1364-1376.
• Karmakar, M., Ghoshal, A. K., & Banerjee, R. (2018). Performance and emission study of a diesel
engine fueled with plastic oil derived from waste polyethylene. Fuel, 233, 210-218.
• Srivastava, R. K., & Tyagi, V. V. (2019). Pyrolysis of plastic waste: A review. Journal of Environmental
Management, 233, 890-905.
• Acharya, B., & Ray, C. (2018). Pyrolysis of plastic waste: A review. Reviews in Chemical Engineering,
34(6), 741-762.
• Singh, R., Chaudhary, R., Kumar, S., & Rana, B. S. (2018). Pyrolysis of plastic waste for producing fuel
and reducing pollution: A technical review. Journal of Material Cycles and Waste Management,
20(1), 1-18.

11. APPROXIMATE EXPENSES
Components Cost
Steel drum or metal container Rs. 2,000
Insulating materials (such as ceramic
fiber or vermiculite):
Rs. 1,000
Electric heating element: Rs. 1,500
Thermocouple: Rs. 500
Temperature controller: Rs. 2,000
Fan or blower: Rs. 1,000
Miscellaneous equipment (gloves,
safety glasses, etc.):
Rs. 1,000