As the construction industry increasingly embraces sustainable practices, the use of recycled materials has become a focal point. One critical aspect that deserves attention is the end-of-service life viability and environmental impact of recycled materials, particularly in highway construction. This will be helpful in the potential development of Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) for construction materials.
This year at the TEES Annual Research Conference (TARC), the “Sustainability and life-cycle analysis for recycling materials in construction” purposed project by the Realistic Sustainable Solution team was awarded $7,500 to fund their collaborative research.
The team is led by Dr. Jianxin Huang, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station & Center for Infrastructure Renewal post-doctoral researcher and includes Dr. Ayman Elzohairy of Texas A&M University-Commerce, Dr. Euijin Yang of Sam Houston State University and Dr. Andrew Sorensen of Texas A&M University. The award was presented by Dr. Rodney Bowersox (Deputy Director, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station) and Dr. Joseph N. Dunn (Assistant Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer, TEES).
This project’s main objective is to assess the viability of using recycled concrete materials in highway construction. By understanding the environmental impact and potential risks of recycled materials, this project contributes to sustainable practices in construction. It provides valuable insights for decision-makers, engineers, and policymakers seeking to balance environmental concerns with infrastructure development.
The Realistic Sustainable Solution team expressed their gratitude to Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) for the opportunity to participate in the 2024 TARC. Winning the $7,500 Award validates their research ideas and underscores the importance of sustainable solutions. The team looks forward to collaborative efforts and the realization of their proposal’s impact.
Click here to read more about the 2024 TARC Collaboration Awards
