Advancements in sustainable pavement materials: A literature review

Chenxi Huang

doi:10.54254/2977-3903/2025.22175

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Huang,C. (2025). Advancements in sustainable pavement materials: A literature review. Advances in Engineering Innovation,16(4),1-4.

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Advancements in sustainable pavement materials: A literature review

Chenxi Huang *^,1,

¹ Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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https://doi.org/10.54254/2977-3903/2025.22175

Abstract

This paper reviews the research progress of sustainable pavement materials, focusing on the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and improve the recyclability of road construction materials. Traditional materials such as asphalt and cement contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions due to their reliance on fossil fuels. This study explores innovative solutions including bio-based asphalt substitutes, recycled aggregates, and industrial by-products that comply with circular economy principles and offer similar or better mechanical properties. Integrating these materials into road construction can not only solve environmental problems but also support global climate governance efforts. Despite the progress made, challenges remain, such as the need for a comprehensive life cycle assessment framework and improved performance evaluation systems. This paper emphasizes the importance of building a multi-dimensional collaborative innovation research framework to overcome the technological bottleneck and promote the sustainable development of green infrastructure.

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sustainable construction, Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP), carbon footprint reduction, circular economy, green infrastructure

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Huang,C. (2025). Advancements in sustainable pavement materials: A literature review. Advances in Engineering Innovation,16(4),1-4.

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