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Utilization of Micro-Nano Plastics Derived from Electronic Waste into Bitumen for Sustainable Environment

Sustainable development goals series 2025 1 citation

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Researchers explore repurposing micro- and nanoplastics recovered from electronic waste as additives to bitumen for road construction, examining whether this approach can reduce plastic pollution while improving pavement material performance in a circular economy framework.

The concept of “microplastics” describes small fragments of plastic that have become a major concern for marine ecosystems, a sign of the worldwide influence of human activity. These particles, which are considered to be a risk to spacecraft borders, are...

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