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Waste Management/Recycling

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The Waste Management and Recycling topic describes policies, programs, case studies and other resources related to management, disposal, and recycling of wastes. Transportation activities, from project planning and development through operations and maintenance, are affected by a variety of requirements and initiatives related to waste management and disposal.

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Recent Developments

• Caltrans Tests Use of Recycled Plastic Bottles to Repave Roadway
• AASHTO Releases Earth Day Video on Recycling and Transportation
• Va. Study Assesses Increased Use of Reclaimed Asphalt
• NCHRP Report Evaluates Recycled Asphalt Shingles in Pavement Technologies
• Report Indicates Increased Interest in Recycling Concrete Pavements
• Benefits, Costs of TAM Systems Reviewed in NCHRP Report

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Key Resources

• Environmental Stewardship Practices, Procedures, and Policies for Highway Construction and Maintenance
• FHWA Resources
  
  • Sustainable Pavements Program
  • FHWA Recycling Policy
  • FHWA Materials and Construction Technology
  • Pavement Design & Analysis

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