Environmental impact in relation to the use of solid waste in the construction and mining sectors in the years 2019-2024 (#793)
Read ArticleDate of Conference
July 17-19, 2024
Published In
"Sustainable Engineering for a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Future at the Service of Education, Research, and Industry for a Society 5.0."
Location of Conference
Costa Rica
Authors
Castañeda, Josue
Burga, Parker
Bustamante, Yasser
Sotomayor, Gioconda
Abstract
The use of solid waste in the construction and mining industries is a crucial practice to promote sustainability and reduce environmental impact. In the construction sector, recycling materials such as concrete, asphalt, wood and metals not only minimizes the volume of waste reaching landfills, but also reduces the need to extract and process new resources. Likewise, in mining, the reuse of materials and the recycling of precious metals and other minerals contribute to a more circular economy, reducing dependence on the extraction of natural resources and reducing the carbon emissions associated with these processes. The implementation of advanced technologies and the adoption of strict environmental policies are essential to optimize waste management in these sectors