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has attracted research fund investments and created interests amongst manu-

facturers and producers in this innovative sector. Thus, bioeconomy along with

nanobiotechnology, bionanotechnology, nanotechnology accounts to zero waste

economy in a circular fashion and is a sustainable solution for future food security,

conservation of natural resources, and thus biodiversity [38].

25.5

Conclusion

Though nanotechnology and nanobiotechnology are really “green solutions”

to achieve “zero waste economy” but simultaneously the bioaccumulation of

nanowastes, nanowaste toxicity, proper recycling, and reuse of nanowaste are to be

given due considerations [39]. Still, for the sake of future sustainability of the planet

and thus humanity, GTs (referring here nanotechnology and nanobiotechnology)

need to be embraced despite several hurdles in overall implementation. Along with

the implementation of technologies, public awareness and knowledge are neces-

sary at all societal levels for proper waste disposal and to make their household,

workplace, society, and this planet a green sustainable place to live in.

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