Author Identifier (ORCID)
Ali Ghodrati: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5250-1120
Nuha S. Mashaan: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0331-4254
Themelina Paraskeva: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5097-8523
Abstract
The integration of waste plastics into pavement materials offers a dual benefit of enhancing road performance and mitigating the environmental burden of plastic waste. This review critically examines the opportunities and challenges associated with incorporating waste plastics in pavement construction, with an emphasis on their impact on the mechanical properties, durability, and life cycle performance of pavements. Special attention is given to the environmental implications, particularly the potential generation and release of micro- and nano-plastics during the pavement life cycle. This paper further evaluates current monitoring and analytical methodologies for detecting plastic emissions from road surfaces and explores emerging approaches for minimizing environmental risks. By providing a comprehensive synthesis of existing knowledge, this review seeks to support sustainable practices and inform policy development within the frameworks of circular economy and environmental stewardship.
Document Type
Journal Article
Date of Publication
7-1-2025
Volume
15
Issue
14
Publisher
MDPI
School
Mineral Recovery Research Centre / School of Engineering
RAS ID
82642
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Comments
Ghodrati, A., Mashaan, N. S., & Paraskeva, T. (2025). Incorporating waste plastics into pavement materials: A review of opportunities, risks, environmental implications, and monitoring strategies. Applied Sciences, 15(14), 8112. https://doi.org/10.3390/app15148112