GREEN REBUILD: EXPLORING ECO-FRIENDLY BRICKS AND FURNITURE FROM PLASTIC WASTE

Abstract

Plastic waste has emerged as a pressing global environmental challenge, with millions of tons discarded annually. Its non-biodegradable nature exacerbates long-term pollution, threatening ecosystems and human health. Traditional waste management strategies such as landfilling and incineration have proven inadequate, often contributing to additional environmental harm. This crisis has driven innovative approaches like recycling plastic waste into eco-friendly construction materials, including bricks. These plastic-based bricks offer dual advantages: mitigating plastic pollution and reducing reliance on traditional resources like clay and cement, which deplete natural reserves and produce high carbon emissions. Studies reveal that these bricks demonstrate superior strength, durability, and water resistance compared to conventional options.