Recycled Plastic Waste in Papua New Guinea’s Road Infrastructure
Publication | June 2025
The use of recycled plastic waste in road construction encourages environmentally friendly infrastructure and promotes a circular economy by converting plastic waste into low-cost construction materials.
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Utilizing recycled plastics can enhance the performance and durability of roads, especially in hot climates, addressing climate adaptation and mitigation needs. This publication focuses on Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, to foster a cultural shift toward reusing and recycling rather than relying on landfills, a critical issue in Pacific island countries.
Contents
- Environment in Asia and the PacificIntroduction
- Road Infrastructure and a Changing Climate
- Roads in Papua New Guinea
- Waste Generation, Waste Management, and Recycling in Port Moresby: A Focus on Waste Plastic
- Plastic Recycling Practices and Potential Use in Papua New Guinea Roads
- Implementation Road Map and Pilot Demonstration Project in Port Moresby
- Conclusion and Recommendations
Additional Details
Subjects
- Environment
- Transport
- Roads and Highways
Countries
- Papua New Guinea
Pages
- 82
Dimensions
- 8.5 x 11
Publication Stock No.
- WPS250189-2
ISSN
- 2789-0619 (print)
- 2789-0627 (electronic)
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