Saudi Transport Authority pioneers asphalt recycling with demolition waste
Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority launches an initiative to reuse building demolition waste in asphalt mixes, supporting road sustainability and reducing environmental impact.
Key Takeaways
AIThe Transport General Authority is continuing its strategy to enhance the sustainability of the road sector and improve network quality by adopting innovative solutions, including the reuse of building demolition waste in asphalt mixtures.
The authority stated that Saudi Arabia produces around 22 million tons of construction and demolition waste annually, highlighting the need for practical solutions to convert this waste into reusable resources for infrastructure projects, in line with approved technical standards.
The authority noted that the initiative began in Al-Ahsa, where the world’s first road using processed building demolition waste in asphalt mixtures was constructed. The program has since expanded to other locations, including Jeddah, Riyadh, and Muzahimiyah.
Environmental sustainability and cost efficiency
The authority emphasized that this initiative aligns with Saudi Vision 2030’s goals to promote environmental sustainability and improve resource efficiency by transforming construction waste into materials usable in road projects.
The authority added that it will continue to adopt modern technologies and expand innovative initiatives that combine quality, sustainability, and cost efficiency, supporting the road sector program’s objectives and contributing to the development of a safe and sustainable road network.