Lifecycle Cost Benefits of PVC-U Pipes in Europe

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Marangoni, A. (2024, January 23). Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences Technology. 1-5. 10.47363/JEAST/2024(6)206.

Discover the competitive edge of plastic pipes in water and sewer networks, emphasising their superior performance-to-cost ratio and environmental benefits. Lifecycle cost data, utilizing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis since the late 2000s, aids European network owners in selecting cost-effective materials.

Highlighting PVC-U’s advantages, the analysis extends to a Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) evaluating recycling’s financial benefits over incineration and landfilling, based on OECD methodology, showcasing insights from Germany and Italy.