Analysis of the embodied energy and the CO2 emission in construction process of a bridge structure from the aspect of sustainability

Abstract

This paper presents a comparative analysis of embodied energy and CO2 emission, in the construction process of three bridge structures. Analyzed structures are prestressed concrete bridges with different structural systems and a total length of 88 meters. The correlation of structural system, construction method, material quantities and embodied energy and CO2 emission were considered. Influence of the selected solutions in main steps of design and construction on the energy consumption and the emission of CO2 is presented. The results should provide a better understanding of the effects of certain factors, in the bridge construction process, and their impact on the environment.

Keywords

• embodied energy
• co2 emission
• bridge structures
• sustainability
• environmental aspect