Sustainable Utilization of Waste Plastic in Advanced Building Materials: A Comprehensive Review
Author
Abdul Razik, Md. Sartaj, Rohit Lal Tripathi, Sujal Sahu, Prof. Parshottam Sarathe
Abstract
Plastic waste is a problem for the environment. This is because many people are moving to cities and using a lot of things. The construction industry also uses a lot of resources and makes a lot of carbon emissions. People have been trying to find ways to use waste in building things. This can help reduce pollution and save resources. This paper looks at how we can use waste to make building materials like concrete and bricks. We can also use waste to make asphalt for roads and tiles for roofs. It can even be used to make insulation panels and other construction materials. The paper talks about how these materials perform in terms of strength and how they affect the environment. New technologies like 3D printing are being explored. We are also looking at ways to make composites from plastic. The idea of an economy is also being considered. However there are some challenges. For example plastic materials can catch fire easily. We also need to make sure they last a time and meet standards.The study shows that plastic waste can be very useful in construction if we process it correctly and have the rules, in place. Plastic waste can really help make construction more sustainable.
Keywords
Waste plastic, sustainable construction, recycled polymers, green building materials, plastic concrete, plastic bricks, circular economy.
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