Application of Plastic Waste and Recyclable Fibre for Civil Infrastructures

OBJECTIVES

To investigate the use of plastic waste and recyclable fibres in civil infrastructure applications

Team

TBA

Lead Researcher

TBA

Research Fellow

TBA

PhD

Partners

The University of Adelaide

Progress

SUMMARY

This project, led by the University of Adelaide, explores how plastic waste and recyclable fibres can be used in civil infrastructure. The goal is to test and demonstrate their structural performance, sustainability benefits, and potential for large-scale application in construction.

OPPORTUNITIES

Industry partnerships in sustainable construction and materials innovation

Access to green infrastructure funding and circular economy research grants

Real-world application in public infrastructure projects through government collaboration

Reduction in construction waste and improved lifecycle performance of materials