ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF RUBBER PRODUCTION AND USE AND ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS

Abstract

The production and use of rubber plays a decisive role in various industries, including automotive, construction and manufacturing. However, due to deforestation for natural rubber plantations, high energy consumption and pollution of synthetic rubber production, its environmental impact is significant. Industry contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, land degradation Several sustainable solutions are being studied to mitigate these environmental problems. These include environmentally friendly rubber alternatives such as bio-based and recycled rubber, advances in green recycling technologies, and waste management strategies such as pyrolysis and devulcanization. Sustainable rubber farming practices such as agroforestry and responsible land management can also reduce deforestation and biodiversity loss. In addition, promoting a circular economy approach that includes extended manufacturer responsibility (EPR) and tire recovery This article highlights the environmental consequences of rubber production and its use and provides innovative, sustainable strategies to reduce its environmental footprint. By implementing these solutions, industries and policymakers can contribute to greater environmental response[1].