Project Summary
University of Nottingham will capitalise on recent
advancements to develop environmentally friendly
microalgae-based bio-binder that can be used in asphalt
pavement applications to improve road performance,
including durability. Road binders based on microalgae
biomaterials will store carbon within the carriageway
and reduce fumes released from conventional asphalt
pavements during application. The use of novel biobased
materials promises to greatly advance the transport sector’s
carbon reduction aims by transitioning away from traditional
binding materials such as crude oil-based bitumen.
