Valorization of plastic waste in the civil engineering field

The valorization of plastic waste is an essential solution to mitigate the environmental problems resulting from their accumulation.This Project focuses on developing an innovative recycling method aimed at transforming plastic waste into suitable materials for use in road surfacing and masonry.After a series of prototypes and experiments, we have identified concrete formulations using plastic bottle waste that have proven relevant for the production of various products such as paving stones, bricks, and concrete blocks.To assess their functionality, we subjected these new composites to a battery of rigorous tests that confirmed their properties and suitability for the intended use.The production process offers advantages both from an environmental and socio-economic perspective.From an environmental point of view, this approach contributes to ecosystem preservation and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.Our plastic waste recycling project for the production of materials for civil engineering represents a promising advancement in environmental preservation and offers interesting opportunities for a circular economy.The results obtained through our in-depth studies and conducted tests support the efficiency and viability of this approach, thus paving the way for broader use of these new materials in the construction and urban development industry.