Life cycle assessment of bio-based and fossil-based plastic: A review

@article{Walker2020LifeCA,
  title={Life cycle assessment of bio-based and fossil-based plastic: A review},
  author={Stuart Walker and Rachael H. Rothman},
  journal={Journal of Cleaner Production},
  year={2020},
  volume={261},
  pages={121158}
}
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