The briefing
A 2024 trial in Bangladesh used shredded plastic in asphalt, and during a heat wave the test road showed no visible cracking while conventional roads displayed distress. The outcome suggests recycled plastics may enhance pavement durability in hot climates.
Original headline
In 2024, Bangladesh tested a road made with shredded plastic bags and bottles; during a heat wave, it showed no visible cracking, while other roads showed visible distress