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Tackling Housing Challenges in Vulnerable Communities: Sustainable Construction Using Recycled PET Plastic Bricks
(Inglés II. Universidad Tecnológica Nacional. Facultad Regional Paraná, 2024) Ayala, Sebastián; Diaz, Valentín; Grippo, Genaro
Abstract— Inadequate housing affects over 1.8 billion people globally and poses significant risks to human dignity and public health. Despite being a fundamental human right, many individuals face eviction and homelessness. To combat this crisis, sustainable construction technologies, particularly those utilizing recycled plastics, offer a dual solution: mitigating the housing shortage while managing environmental waste. This study aims to evaluate the impact of using recycled materials in housing construction, focusing on its effectiveness in areas with severe housing deficits. This paper is organized into three main sections: contextualizing the housing crisis, analyzing its causes and consequences, and presenting and assessing the proposed solution. By examining reliable data and evaluating the feasibility of this innovative approach, the study seeks to provide engineers and stakeholders with actionable insights into sustainable and efficient housing solutions. Ultimately, this research is expected to contribute to both addressing urgent social needs and advancing sustainable development goals.