| Title | Comparative LCA of concrete with recycled aggregates: a circular economy mindset in Europe |
|---|---|
| ID_Doc | 28298 |
| Authors | Colangelo, F; Navarro, TG; Farina, I; Petrillo, A |
| Title | Comparative LCA of concrete with recycled aggregates: a circular economy mindset in Europe |
| Year | 2020 |
| Published | International Journal Of Life Cycle Assessment, 25.0, 9 |
| Abstract | Purpose Construction and demolition waste (C&DW) is the largest waste stream in the European Union (EU) and all over the world. Proper management of C&DW and recycled materials-including the correct handling of hazardous waste-can have major benefits in terms of sustainability and the quality of life. The Waste Framework Directive2008/98/EC aims to have 70% of C&DW recycled by 2020. However, except for a few EU countries, only about 50% of C&DW is currently being recycled. In the present research, the environmental impact of concrete with recycled aggregates and with geopolymer mixtures is analysed. The aim of the present research is to propose a comparative LCA of concrete with recycled aggregates in the context of European politics. Methods Life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology is applied using Simapro (c) software. A cradle to grave analysis is carried out. The results are analysed based on the database Ecoinvent 3.3 and Impact 2002+. Results Results show that the concrete with 25% recycled aggregates is the best solution from an environmental point of view. Furthermore, geopolymer mixtures could be a valid alternative to reduce the phenomenon of "global warming"; however, the production of sodium silicate and sodium hydroxide has a great environmental impact. Conclusions A possible future implementation of the present study is certainly to carry out an overall assessment and to determine the most cost-effective option among the different competing alternatives through the life cycle cost analysis. |
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