State-of-the-art circular economy practices for end-of-life wind turbine blades for use in the construction industry

Tyurkay, Ashal; Kirkelund, Gunvor M.; Lima, Ana Teresa Macas

doi:10.1016/j.spc.2024.03.018

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“…Due to the rapidly growing wind energy industry, the number of end-oflife wind turbine blades is expected to increase significantly, so a systematic process for identifying and managing end-of-life waste from wind turbines needs to be developed [17]. This is primarily due to increasingly rigorous European Union directives, which indicate high anticipation of moving to carbon neutrality by 2050 due to the current handling of this waste [18]. Due to the size of wind turbine blade waste, it needs to be pre-shredded before most of the available methods can be applied, to fit into the machines or chambers used for recycling [14].…”

Section: Possibility Of Managing Tailings From Wind Turbine Bladesmentioning

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From Waste to Renewables: Challenges and Opportunities in Recycling Glass Fibre Composite Products from Wind Turbine Blades for Sustainable Cement Production

Bulińska,

Sujak,

Pyzalski

2024

Sustainability

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The progress of civilization, driven significantly by the widespread adoption of electricity, has impacted various aspects of life, from household operations to industrial activities. Consequently, there has been a notable increase in waste production across different sectors of the economy. Among used materials, composite products reinforced with glass fibres stand out due to their prevalent use in numerous industries. While offering strength and durability, they pose disposal challenges due to their complex composition, making recycling difficult and contributing to waste accumulation in landfills or to environmental contamination. Industrialised nations wrestle with balancing economic growth and environmental sustainability, aiming to reduce the ecological footprint of industrial activities. Efforts to promote recycling, develop alternative materials, and improve waste management practices are crucial for mitigating the environmental impact of civilisation’s progress. This article presents methods of disposing of post-operation wind turbine blades, focusing on recycling glass and glass fibre as secondary raw materials. We discuss technological, normative, and economic challenges and emphasise the need for ongoing research and innovation in waste management practices. We examine the use of glass and glass fibres in cement production and advocate for sustainable principles in the renewable energy industry, aligning industrial endeavours with ecological sustainability for a greener future.

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Section: Possibility Of Managing Tailings From Wind Turbine Bladesmentioning

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From Waste to Renewables: Challenges and Opportunities in Recycling Glass Fibre Composite Products from Wind Turbine Blades for Sustainable Cement Production

Bulińska,

Sujak,

Pyzalski

2024

Sustainability

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Pursuing the circularity of wind turbine blades: Thermochemical recycling by pyrolysis and recovery of valuable resources

Royuela,

Martínez,

López

et al. 2024

Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis

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A comprehensive review of sustainable solutions for reusing wind turbine blade waste materials

Hasheminezhad,

Nazari,

Yang

et al. 2024

Journal of Environmental Management

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State-of-the-art circular economy practices for end-of-life wind turbine blades for use in the construction industry

Cited by 5 publications

References 85 publications

From Waste to Renewables: Challenges and Opportunities in Recycling Glass Fibre Composite Products from Wind Turbine Blades for Sustainable Cement Production

From Waste to Renewables: Challenges and Opportunities in Recycling Glass Fibre Composite Products from Wind Turbine Blades for Sustainable Cement Production

Pursuing the circularity of wind turbine blades: Thermochemical recycling by pyrolysis and recovery of valuable resources

A comprehensive review of sustainable solutions for reusing wind turbine blade waste materials

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