The CDE and Freehaven Materials plant in Brookhaven will recycling C&D waste and repurpose it for large infrastructure projects like roads, highways, and bridges.
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Recycling C&D waste and repurposing for major projects
In Long Island, and indeed across the wider state of New York, there is an increased focus on recycling C&D waste and repurposing it in some of the many infrastructure projects in the local area such as roads, highways, and bridges.
With the reduced availability of landfills, topped with the increasing need for in-spec sand and aggregates, The New York Senate is currently considering a Bill that will require contractors in certain large cities to recycle 50 percent of the waste generated on construction and demolition sites, affirming the state’s dedication to reducing waste, and repurposing valuable materials.
Tom Hayes, managing partner at Freehaven Materials says that this plant is allowing them to create materials for critical infrastructure.
“Across Long Island, we’re seeing more landfill sites close, which was limiting the options for how we got rid of this material. And that’s where CDE came along. We seized the opportunity to transform dirt into dollars, not only giving us a competitive advantage for full-scope heavy-civil projects, but in turn contributing to the circular economy, and preserving natural resources.
“We are so proud of this waste recycling plant, and it was an honour to showcase it to industry representatives at the open house event. We look forward to seeing where our partnership with CDE will take us.”
Joe Teahl, business development manager at CDE adds: “It was a pleasure to highlight our capabilities at this open house event. With increased demand for sand and aggregates across the region, mixed with high disposal costs and virgin material scarcity, Freehaven Materials realized the value in transforming this C&D waste into a resource. With this sustainable solution, Freehaven Materials is recycling products, without compromising on quality, creating material that is vital for local construction projects. By investing in CDE, they’ve invested in the future.”
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