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Construction Materials in Malta. An assessment of mineral extraction, inert waste disposal, and the potential for reuse

. Malta: Small Island State. Malta; a small island state Approximate Area of 315.59 km2, High population density of 1,274 persons/km2 in 2005 The total built-up area of the islands has increased drammatically from 4.5% in 1960's, to 23% in 2001 Large demands on the land use. This scenario causes extensive pressures; - Limited mineral resources (Extraction of limestone; aggregate and stone for the construction industry)- Waste dispos31568

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Construction Materials in Malta. An assessment of mineral extraction, inert waste disposal, and the potential for reuse

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    1. Construction Materials in Malta. An assessment of mineral extraction, inert waste disposal, and the potential for reuse and recycling. Ruben Paul Borg Faculty of Architecture and Civil Engineering University of Malta COST C25 - 2 EINDHOVEN December 2006

    2. Malta: Small Island State

    3. Urban Fabric

    4. Mineral Extraction: Quarrying in Malta

    5. Quarrying in Malta

    6. Waste Disposal: Landfilling

    7. Potential Waste Management Strategies

    8. Reuse and Recovery of C&D Waste Material

    9. Quarry Rehabilitation

    10. Land Reclamation in Malta

    11. Conclusions

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