STATE OF THE ART REVIEW IN THE FILED OF EPS RECYCLING AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THE APPLICATION OF EPS IN UNDERFLOOR HEATING AND COOLING BOARDS

Despite emphasizing sustainability, the dominant method of waste management in the region is still landfill, rather than recycling. An analysis of previous EPS recycling research reveals inconsistent conclusions regarding the degradation of recycled EPS. One proposed application of recycled EPS is in the production of boards for underfloor heating and cooling. An overview of the minimal requirements for such boards, existing underfloor heating systems, and an analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of technical solutions for pipe installation in the boards are provided. The aim of the article is to highlight the results of previous research, the lack of knowledge, and to encourage further research into EPS recycling and its future applications.