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How Cumbria turned waste plastic into roads

In an innovative leap in 2017, Cumbria began pioneering roads constructed from waste plastic, replacing traditional materials like bitumen. This initiative saw around 500,000 plastic bottles being repurposed, emphasizing sustainability while improving road resilience. As of 2021, trials demonstrated success, reflecting a promising future for eco-friendly road technology. Cumbria is actively expanding this project to broaden its positive environmental impact.

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How Cumbria turned waste plastic into roads
In an innovative leap in 2017, Cumbria began pioneering roads constructed from waste plastic, replacing traditional materials like bitumen. This initiative saw around 500,000 plastic bottles being repurposed, emphasizing sustainability while improving road resilience. As of 2021, trials demonstrated success, reflecting a promising future for eco-friendly road technology. Cumbria is actively expanding this project to broaden its positive environmental impact.
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