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Comparative life cycle assessment (LCA) of bio-modified binder and conventional asphalt binder

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This study is a life cycle assessment (LCA) of conventional asphalt binder versus bio-modified binder that is produced by mixing asphalt binder with bio-binder obtained from swine manure. Both processes were evaluated and compared in terms of their contribution to global warming, using a global warming potential index and energy consumption. This LCA study uses a cradle-to-gate approach for the binder and includes a comparison between the environmental impacts of swine manure in lagoons and the production of bio-binder. The results show the energy consumption and global warming potential improvements after using bio-binder as a sustainable additive.

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The research is sponsored by the National Science Foundation (Award No: 1546921). The content of this paper reflects the view of the authors, who are responsible for the facts and the accuracy of the data presented. The authors would like to acknowledge Sustainable Infrastructure Materials Laboratory at NC A&T State University for providing information on bio-residue processing.

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    Alireza Samieadel & Keith Schimmel

  2. Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering, North Carolina A&T State University, 447 McNair Hall, Greensboro, NC, 27411, USA

    Ellie H. Fini

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Samieadel, A., Schimmel, K. & Fini, E.H. Comparative life cycle assessment (LCA) of bio-modified binder and conventional asphalt binder. Clean Techn Environ Policy 20, 191–200 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10098-017-1467-1

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