Reuse of Plastic Waste in Eco-efficient Concrete 1st Edition

Grabbing the attention of engineers, architects and sustainability champions, Reuse of Plastic Waste in Eco-efficient Concrete (1st Edition) by Fernando Pacheco-Torgal, Jamal Khatib, Francesco Colangelo, Rabin Tuladhar delivers a timely roadmap for turning plastic pollution into building opportunity. This accessible, research-driven volume explains how plastic waste can be transformed into durable, eco-efficient concrete solutions for modern construction.

Delving into practical techniques, the book presents experimental results, mix-design strategies and performance evaluations that bridge laboratory science with real-world application. Readers will find clear explanations of mechanical properties, durability concerns, thermal behavior and environmental impacts—useful for civil engineers, concrete technologists, architects and policy makers focused on sustainable construction and plastic waste recycling in construction.

Built to inspire adoption across regions—from Europe and North America to Asia, Africa and Latin America—this work emphasizes scalable methods and regulatory considerations for integrating recycled plastics into urban infrastructure and low-carbon building projects. It also highlights life-cycle thinking and circular economy benefits, making it a valuable resource for green building and climate-resilient design initiatives.

Whether you’re a researcher seeking comprehensive data, an industry professional evaluating alternative materials, or a student learning about sustainable materials, this edition equips you with actionable knowledge to drive change. Practical, authoritative and forward-looking, Reuse of Plastic Waste in Eco-efficient Concrete is an essential reference for anyone committed to sustainable construction and plastic waste solutions.

Order your copy today to explore innovative, regionally relevant strategies that turn plastic waste into a construction asset.

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