Evaluation of Corrugated HDPE Pipes Manufactured with Recycled Content

Summary:

The use of recycled materials in place of virgin materials to manufacture corrugated HDPE pipes has environmental and fiscal benefits. Investigators field-tested corrugated pipes manufactured with recycled materials and pipes manufactured with all virgin materials to compare performance. No discernible differences were found between the two, with satisfactory function and performance for both. A modified life cycle assessment and life cycle cost analysis identified areas of positive environmental impacts and opportunities for cost savings, respectively, by deploying corrugated HDPE pipes manufactured with recycled material.

Final Deliverables:

• Evaluation of Corrugated HDPE Pipes Manufactured with Recycled Content (Report #2025-32)
• Evaluation of Corrugated Pipes Manufactured with Recycled Materials (Research Summary)

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