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Application of Waste Tire in Construction: A Road towards Sustainability and Circular Economy

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  • Mohammad R. Hassan

    (Fire Safety, Construction Research Center, National Research Council Canada, 1200 Montreal Road, Ottawa, ON K1A 0R6, Canada)

  • Denis Rodrigue

    (Department of Chemical Engineering, Université Laval, 1065 Avenue de la Médecine, Quebec, QC G1V 0A6, Canada)

Abstract

The global demand for rubber is on a steady rise, which is driven by the increasing production of automobiles and the growing need for industrial, medical, and household products. This surge in demand has led to a significant increase in rubber waste, posing a major global environmental challenge. End-of-life tire (ELT) is a primary source of rubber waste, having significant environmental hazards due to its massive stockpiles. While landfilling is a low-cost and easy-to-implement solution, it is now largely prohibited due to environmental concerns. Recently, ELT rubber waste has received considerable attention for its potential applications in civil engineering and construction. These applications not only enhance sustainability but also foster a circular economy between ELT rubber waste with the civil engineering and construction sectors. This review article presents a general overview of the recent research progress and challenges in the civil engineering applications of ELT rubber waste. It also discusses commercially available recycled rubber-based construction materials, their properties, testing standards, and certification. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first time such a discussion on commercial products has been presented, especially for civil engineering applications.

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  • Mohammad R. Hassan & Denis Rodrigue, 2024. "Application of Waste Tire in Construction: A Road towards Sustainability and Circular Economy," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(9), pages 1-18, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:16:y:2024:i:9:p:3852-:d:1388412
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