Asst Professor, Civil Department, Rajshree Institute of Management and Technology, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India
Online published on 28 September, 2023.
The accumulation of plastic waste has become a pressing environmental concern worldwide, necessitating urgent efforts to mitigate its impact. This review aims to explore sustainable construction practices for geosynthetic-reinforced flexible pavements as a means of addressing the plastic waste problem. Flexible pavements, widely used in road infrastructure, are known to consume significant amounts of non-renewable resources and generate considerable waste during construction and maintenance. This study investigates the potential of incorporating plastic waste materials into geosynthetic-reinforced flexible pavements, aiming to minimize resource consumption, reduce plastic waste accumulation, and enhance pavement sustainability. The review examines recent research and practical applications related to the utilization of plastic waste in pavement construction. Several sustainable construction practices are discussed, including the use of recycled plastic aggregates, reclaimed plastic fibers, and geosynthetics made from recycled plastics. These practices offer a promising solution by effectively utilizing plastic waste while maintaining or improving pavement performance.
