Standard asphalt is composed mostly of bitumen, a byproduct of crude oil distillation. Like concrete, its production is resource-, carbon- and energy-intensive. It is also a poor choice to pave roads, since it easily cracks and degrades into potholes, requiring frequent and … [Read more...] about From oil to microalgae: the race to sustainable bioasphalt is on
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Asphalt, not glass or plastic, is most recycled product in US
A study conducted by the Federal Highway Administration found that a little over 99% of all asphalt used is recycled– making it the most recycled material in the US. In addition to the recycling of asphalt, environmentally friendly warm–mix asphalt’s use has grown more than 148% … [Read more...] about Asphalt, not glass or plastic, is most recycled product in US
