Potential use of alternatives to primary aggregates in coastal and river engineering

Publication C590

CIRIA, 2004
Potential use of alternatives to primary aggregates in coastal and river engineering Download document

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Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

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Abstract

In response to UK Government aim of reducing the demand for natural resources and minimising its impact on the environment, this publication seeks to highlight the potential of using alternatives such as secondary and recycled materials as sources of aggregate within the construction industry. Topics covered include coastal and river engineering requirements, materials (availability and suitability) and overcoming problems.

History

Based on research project 687.

ISBN

9780860175902

Subjects

  • Construction operations
  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Coastal and maritime engineering
  • Special subject areas

Publisher History

CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.

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