This report provides a comprehensive overview of steel recycling within the context of India's construction and demolition waste scenario. It begins with an abstract highlighting the importance of sustainable practices in light of India's growing population and construction industry. The literature review explores the construction and demolition waste scenario, emphasizing the need for recycling and the challenges associated with waste management. It defines construction and demolition waste, discusses the 3Rs philosophy (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle), and examines the role of recycling facilities and market demand. The report then details the construction industry in India, classifying construction and demolition components and focusing on steel recycling. The core of the report outlines the steel recycling process, including collection, processing (sorting, shredding, compacting, heating, and purification), and recycling (solidification). The report also discusses the usage of steel in the construction industry, emphasizing its durability and various applications such as high-rise buildings, industrial shades, residential buildings, bridges, and parking garages. An annotated bibliography is also included, providing a critical assessment of the literature reviewed.
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