Waste Treatment Processes Research Articles

Optimizing Fly Ash and Cement Ratios for Immobilizing Lead and Arsenic in Liquid Hazardous Waste

Improper handling of hazardous and toxic industrial wastes can directly impact human health and the environment. To overcome this problem, the PT Prasadha Pamunah Limbah Industri (PPLI) provides industrial waste processing services including Stabilization and Solidification (S/S) treatment using cement and fly ash mixtures. This research evaluated the efficiency of S/S in reducing the heavy metal content of lead (Pb) and arsenic (As) in liquid hazardous waste, using waste, fly ash, and cement ratios of 1:1:1, 1.5:1:0.5, and 2:0.5:0.5, tested with the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP). The results demonstrated that the 1:1:1 and 1.5:1:0.5 ratios effectively reduced the Pb and As content, achieving reduction efficiencies of 99.50% and 99.34% for the 1:1:1 ratio, and 99.36% and 99.19% for the 1.5:1:0.5 ratio, respectively. However, the 2:0.5:0.5 ratio produced a brittle mixture prone to leachate formation and it is not recommended. According to the TCLP results, the 1:1:1 and 1.5:1:0.5 ratios met the environmental quality standards outlined in Government Regulation No. 22 of 2021 on Environmental Protection and Management. The statistical analysis using an independent T-test indicated no significant difference in the reduction efficiency between the two effective ratios, suggesting that either can be reliably used. This study addresses existing research gaps by applying the S/S method to liquid hazardous waste, an area previously focused on soil applications. Besides, it demonstrates that high immobilization rates exceeding 99% can also be achieved for Pb and As using cement and fly ash. This study provides a novel perspective on S/S applications, enhancing the efficiency and applicability of hazardous waste treatment processes.

Biofiltration for odor mitigation in water resource recovery facilities.

Odor emissions, primarily from anthropogenic activities like waste treatment and industrial processes, pose significant challenges in urban areas, particularly near water resource recovery facilities. While these emissions are generally not toxic, they can adversely affect community wellbeing and investment, prompting stricter regulations in some regions. For example, New York State's hydrogen sulfide guidelines are more stringent than federal standards. Hydrogen sulfide, along with other reduced sulfur compounds, volatile organic compounds, and nitrogen compounds, are among the key odorants produced by water resource recovery facilities. Various methods have been explored to mitigate these odors, including chemical treatments, operational modifications, and air treatment strategies like biofiltration, activated carbon adsorption, and regenerative incineration. Among these, biofiltration stands out as an environmentally friendly option due to its high efficiency in removing hydrogen sulfide and other odorants without the need for chemicals. Biofiltration systems, including biofilters and biotrickling filters, use microorganisms immobilized in a bed of porous media to degrade odorous compounds. Biofilters, which operate with intermittent water supply, are highly effective at total odor removal. In contrast, biotrickling filters, which use continuous nutrient and water flow, are better suited for higher pollutant loads but struggle with compounds of low solubility. Key factors influencing biofilter performance include the empty bed residence time, media type, moisture content, and microbial diversity. This review explores recent advancements in biofilter technology, with a focus on the removal of hydrogen sulfide and organic sulfur compounds. It also highlights real-world applications in water resource recovery facilities and discusses critical design and operational parameters for improving odor control, such as media selection, residence time, pH regulation, and microbial management. Key studies underscore the importance of media composition and nutrient supply in optimizing biofilter performance, especially at higher pollutant concentrations. Understanding these factors will help inform future improvements in odor management for water resource recovery facilities.

Metagenomic analysis of viral community during different municipal solid waste collection and treatment processes: Fate, hosts, and antibiotic resistance genes

Metagenomic analysis of viral community during different municipal solid waste collection and treatment processes: Fate, hosts, and antibiotic resistance genes

Recent advancements in the synthesis of anion exchange membranes and their potential applications in wastewater treatment.

Water treatment procedures are increasingly utilized for resource recovery and wastewater disinfection, addressing the current challenges of clean water depletion and wastewater management. Various pollutants, including dyes, acids, pharmaceuticals, and toxic heavy metals have been released into the environment through industrial, domestic, and agricultural activities, posing serious environmental and public health risks. Addressing these issues requires the development of more effective waste treatment processes. Membrane-based treatment technologies offer significant advantages, including high efficiency, versatility, and cost-effectiveness, making them a promising solution for mitigating the impact of these pollutants. In view of this, the potential of ion exchange membranes (IEMs) is continuously increasing due to their advanced characteristics compared to conventional techniques. Anion exchange membranes (AEMs), a special class of IEMs, selectively allow anions to pass through their pores due to the positive charge on their surface. This selective passage aids in resource recovery and removing specific types of pollutants. This review covers preparation methods, modification techniques, and classification of AEMs. It offers a practical classification based on the method of synthesis and structural properties of AEMs. The water-based applications of AEMs including, electrodialysis, diffusion dialysis, and electro-electrodialysis for various wastewater treatments such as heavy metal recovery, dye removal, pharmaceutical removal, and acid separation, have been discussed in detail. Additionally, the effect of various operational parameters on the performance and SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis of AEMs in effluent treatment are presented. The review provides detailed insights into the current status, challenges, and future directions of AEM-based technologies, offering suggestions for future advancements.

Phosphorus Fractionation of Dairy Processing Waste Recycled Fertilizers Reveals Inadequacy of the Standards, Measurement and Testing (SMT) Protocol

ABSTRACT The Standards, Measurements and Testing (SMT) protocol is widely used to fractionate phosphorus (P); however, it lacks the focus on defining the solubility of P-fractions, which is usually performed independently. In this paper, the addition of a separate pre-wash step with H2O as a first step prior to the SMT protocol was tested to account for the solubility of P. Results were compared to a control unmodified SMT experiment. The differences in P-fractions were analyzed to determine the origin of the readily available P (soluble P). Six different dairy processing waste treatment products were investigated in the form of sludge, hydrochar, and ash. Water-soluble P (WSP) was correlated with weakly bound calcium (Ca), aluminum (Al) and iron (Fe). However, the SMT protocol failed to correctly identify the different pools of P as unexpected correlations were found between P and Ca, Al and Fe. Moreover, large concentrations of organic P were present in ashes (>10 mg P g−1). The organic P fraction included substantial amounts of Fe that correlated highly with P (R2 = 0.84). No association between WSP and any of the pools of P defined by SMT was detected, with the exception of total P and inorganic P. The paper concludes that SMT erroneously classifies P into different discrete fractions across various recycled P-products with fertilizer potential. A critical reevaluation of the SMT protocol is recommended, by abandoning the categorization of P into discrete pools and switching to solvent-based categories referring to the chemicals used in each extraction.

Enhanced waste-to-biomass conversion and reduced nitrogen emissions for black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens) through modifying protein to energy ratio.

The appropriate protein to energy ratio (P/E ratio) has played a crucial role in maximizing waste-to-biomass conversion and minimizing nitrogen emissions. Black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens, BSFL), capable of converting organic wastes into nutrient-rich biomass, it has the potential to become an innovative solution to reduce environmental impacts and optimize waste resource utilization. However, the appropriate P/E ratio for BSFL in the waste treatment process has remained unknown so far. This study utilized several common production chain residues to prepare diets with varying P/E ratios, to observe growth performance, nutritional components, fatty acid composition, fatty acid conversion, amino acid composition, waste-to-biomass conversion, and nitrogen emission levels of the BSFL. The results indicated that by adjusting the P/E ratio within the range of 9.79-17.8mg/kJ, biomass conversion increased from 8.79% to 11.60% (an increase of 31.97%), nitrogen conversion enhanced from 27.31% to 40.99% (an increase of 50.10%), while nitrogen emissions reduced from 2.69g to 0.48g (a reduction of 82.16%). Compared to other reported methods, adjusting the P/E ratio proved more effective and cost-efficient. The P/E ratio 11.67mg/kJ is relatively more suitable for using BSFL in organic waste treatment. Due to the significant variation in nitrogen levels within typical organic waste, our research findings advocate for the mixed treatment of multiple waste types to ensure the P/E ratio close to 11.67mg/kJ. The findings will provide new insights into the application of BSFL biotransformation technology in organic waste management.

Plant Mediated Biosynthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticle Using Aegle marmelos (Bael) Leaf Extract to Study its Antibacterial Activity and Chromium Adsorption

Nanoparticle is a miraculous material of this modern era due to their exceptional applications in various sectors (pharmaceutical, medical, cosmetics, paints, waste treatment process, etc.). In current study, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) was synthesised using a green approach with Aegle marmelos (Bael) plant leaf extract as reducing agent. Characteristics of synthesised ZnO nanoparticles were examined with Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy and UV-visible spectroscopy. The UV-vis spectroscopy study confirmed the formation of nanoparticles, showed a peak between 220-230 nm. FTIR spectroscopy was used to detect the specific functional groups involved in reducing and stabilizing during the biosynthesis process. Various applications were performed like; antibacterial properties and chromium metal adsorption. Antibacterial activity were analysed using well diffusion method. Nanoparticles of Zinc oxide were highly effective against gram-positive bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus and Bacillus cereus) and gram-negative bacteria (Escherichia coli and Salmonella typhi). So, they can be used as an excellent antibacterial agent for biological purposes. In metal removal, zinc oxide nanoparticle removes about 50% of the chromium from water through adsorption. Current study showed synthesis of ZnO nanoparticle through green approach will have great potential in antibacterial activity and treatment of chromium metal contaminated water.

Thermoanalytical and Kinetic Studies for the Thermal Stability of Emerging Pharmaceutical Pollutants Under Different Heating Rates.

Emerging pharmaceutical pollutants like ciprofloxacin (CIP) and ibuprofen (IBU) are frequently detected in aquatic environments, posing risks to ecosystems and human health. Since pollutants rarely exist alone in the environment, understanding the thermal stability and degradation kinetics of these compounds, especially in mixtures, is crucial for developing effective removal strategies. This study therefore investigates the thermal stability and degradation kinetics of CIP and IBU, under different heating rates. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and differential thermal analysis (DTA) were employed to examine the thermal behavior of these compounds individually and in mixture (CIP + IBU) at heating rates of 10, 20, and 30 °C/min. The kinetics of thermal degradation were analyzed using both model-fitting (Coats-Redfern (CR)) and model-free (Kissinger-Akahira-Sunose (KAS), Flynn-Wall-Ozawa (FWO), and Friedman (FR)) methods. The results showed distinct degradation patterns, with CIP decomposing between 280 and 550 °C and IBU between 152 and 350 °C, while the mixture exhibited multistep decomposition in the 157-500 °C range. The CR model indicated first-order kinetics as a better fit for the degradation (except for IBU). Furthermore, CIP exhibits higher thermal stability and activation energy compared to IBU, with the KAS model yielding activation energies of 58.09 kJ/mol for CIP, 11.37 kJ/mol for IBU, and 41.09 kJ/mol for CIP + IBU mixture. The CIP + IBU mixture generally showed intermediate thermal properties, suggesting synergistic and antagonistic interactions between the compounds. Thermodynamic parameters (ΔH°, ΔG°, ΔS°) were calculated, revealing non-spontaneous, endothermic processes for all samples (except in the FWO method) with a decrease in molecular disorder and positive ΔG° values across all models and heating rates. The study found that higher heating rates led to less thermodynamically favorable conditions for degradation. These findings provide important information concerning the thermal behavior of these pharmaceutical pollutants, which can inform strategies for their removal from the environment and the development of more effective waste-treatment processes.

Acceleration Process of Food Waste Treatment and Higher Quality Product with Innovative Rotary Kiln Composter

Acceleration Process of Food Waste Treatment and Higher Quality Product with Innovative Rotary Kiln Composter

Comparative Study on the Applicability of Solid Waste Treatment by Fixed Grate and Fluidized Bed Incinerators: A Bibliometric Review

Using thermal treatment in the waste management process has advantages such as reducing volume and the possibility of energy recovery. There are several incineration technologies with different characteristics and potential. Incineration, however, requires efficient environmental control to reduce associated risks, such as the emission of harmful compounds. The paper aims to compare solid waste treatment processes in grate and fluidized bed incinerators based on technical and environmental characteristics. For this purpose, a bibliometric review was conducted, and consulting works available in the scientific literature describe the waste treatment process with these two technologies. The searches were carried out in the Web of Science and Web of Knowledge databases using the following search engines: “fixed grade incinerator,” “grate incinerator” and “fluidized bed incinerator”. Grate incinerators present a range of elective waste for treatment compared to fluidized bed incinerators, as they do not require homogeneous waste. The study compared solid waste incineration in fixed grate and fluidized bed furnaces. While promising for sludge treatment, the fluidized bed technology may require pre-treatment, increasing costs and limiting its use to larger facilities. Fixed grate furnaces can handle a wider variety of waste without this additional step but generate more halogenated compounds when plastic waste is present. These technologies were primarily studied in Asia and Europe, where landfill space is limited and more significant potential for energy recovery exists. Adopting these technologies in other regions depends on waste characteristics, economic conditions, and environmental impacts.

Life Cycle Assessment of Resource-Oriented Sanitation Based on Vacuum Toilet and Vacuum Kitchen Waste Shredder: A Case Study in Rural Southeastern China

The resource value of feces and kitchen waste has not been fully emphasized and utilized in rural sanitation management in China. In this paper, we propose a new ecological sanitation model with the core technology of “vacuum toilet and vacuum kitchen waste shredder—vacuum collection—resource treatment”, i.e., the modern home–farm cycle sanitation (MHFCS) system. We compared the environmental performance of the MHFCS system with that of a typical end-pipe treatment sanitation (EPTS) system (Johkasou—small onsite wastewater treatment system) in rural China using a life cycle assessment (LCA) approach. The results showed that the main source of environmental impacts of the MHFCS system was the collection and treatment process of domestic organic liquid wastes; the greenhouse gas emissions were 64.543 kg CO2eq·PE−1·year−1, and the MHFCS system indirectly gained a fertilizer substitution benefit of 65.960 kg CO2eq·PE−1·year−1 through nutrient element recycling. The MHFCS system has significant advantages in terms of net GHG emissions. Sensitivity analyses showed that resource consumption of vacuum facilities was a key factor for the MHFCS system. This system offers the potential to break down the barriers of the EPTS system in order to meet environmental sustainability and market demands for systemic diversity.

A simulation-based techno-economic-safety-social-environmental decision-making framework for prioritizing plastic waste treatment processes

Chemical recycling technologies hold promising potential in converting mixed plastic waste into energy and chemicals. This study proposed a simulation-based quantitative life cycle sustainability assessment framework for the potential plastic waste valorization processes. Sustainability metrics including environment, economy, safety, society, and energy were quantified and comprehensively investigated. Based on the Bayesian best-worst weighting and vector-based ranking methods, the normalized and weighted life cycle sustainability scores were used to prioritize the best process. Gasification-based technology was found superior than incineration-based technology, especially in the economic, techno-energetic, and social aspects. However, incinerated-based process with direct CO2 emissions performed better in the environmental aspects compared with the process integrating with carbon capture and utilization unit. Additional environmental burdens were brought to the system when incorporating the carbon capture and methanol synthesis process. Increased system complexity might bring unexpected environmental burdens, and sometimes even outweighed the benefits. Various weights were assigned to the multi-criteria decision-making model, and the gasification-based process consistently ranked first across all scenarios.

Thermal removal of binder from waste glass wool intended for recycling

Glass wool waste constitutes a large amount of waste both in the production process and after the demolition of buildings. The storage of these materials in landfills is associated with their large volume and low mass which results from their low density. Considering the principle of a life cycle assessment, the possibility of recycling this type of waste should be ensured. The basic problem with the recycling process is the removal of the binder that connects the glass wool fibres before returning it to the production process. The paper presents the results of research on the process of heat treatment of glass wool with various temperatures and heating rates. The process of sinter formation and the possibilities of avoiding their formation were analysed. For this purpose, a series of tests in the field of thermal analysis were carried out, in which the temperature ranges in which heat was released were identified. Furthermore, a series of tests were carried out on cube samples with dimensions of 20 × 20 × 20 mm in a chamber furnace. Based on the research conducted, assumptions were developed for the heat treatment process of glass wool waste, which allows the removal of organic substances and prevents the formation of sinters.

Unveiling dioxin dynamics: A whole-process simulation study of municipal solid waste incineration

Theoretical research has explained the process of dioxin (DXN) formation in the municipal solid waste incineration (MSWI). This process includes the generation, adsorption, and emission of DXN. Actual DXN concentrations often significantly deviate from theoretical models. This discrepancy is influenced by several key factors: the type of integrated municipal solid waste (MSW) treatment process, the characteristics of the waste, and the operational controls. The progression of DXN generation, adsorption, and emission concentrations within the MSWI process remains unclear. This lack of clarity is especially pronounced when examining the accounting for the specific components of the MSW. To unravel the evolution of DXN, this article proposes a comprehensive numerical simulation model for the entire process of DXN concentration in an MSWI plant. The model is designed based on existing knowledge of MSW combustion and DXN mechanisms, leveraging FLIC and ASPEN simulation software. It incorporates six key stages to facilitate the DXN simulation: precipitation and formation, high-temperature pyrolysis, high-temperature gas-phase synthesis, low-temperature catalytic synthesis, adsorption on activated carbon, and emission to the atmosphere. Under both benchmark and multiple operating conditions, the simulated experiments confirm the effective representation of the evolution of DXN concentrations throughout the process. Consequently, this study presents a model designed to enhance the development of strategies aimed at reducing DXN emissions and to foster innovation in intelligent control technologies.

Bridging Thermochemical Technology and Ecology: Research Progress on Utilization of Factsage Software for Environmental Applications

Factsage is a robust thermodynamic calculation software that enables simulation and computation of complex multi-component and multi-phase system reactions. It has a variety of application fields such as metallurgy, energy, and environmental domains. This article elucidates the key functionalities of Factsage’s diverse modules, including Equilib, Viscosity, EpH, Reaction, and Phase Diagram modules. Furthermore, it delineates the present usage and research progress of the software in the realms of air pollution, water pollution, and solid waste treatment. By predicting the thermodynamic properties of pollutants, their chemical reactions, and complex phase changes, Factsage provides a critical scientific foundation for environmental decision-making and optimization of waste treatment processes. It showed its greater contributions to environmental protection and sustainable development.

Using a novel bio-based cationic flocculant for food industry wastewater treatment

Wastewater from the food industry is considered harmful to human health and aquatic life, as well as polluting water and soil. This research is centered around finding an affordable and easy physicochemical method for dealing with waste generated by the food industry. To accomplish this goal, a new bio-based flocculant called 4-benzyl-4-(2-oleamidoethylamino-2-oxoethyl) morpholin-4-ium chloride was created using sustainable sources, specifically crude olive pomace oil. Its chemical structure was confirmed using various spectroscopic techniques such as FTIR, 1H-NMR, mass spectra, and 13C-NMR. This new bio-based cationic flocculant was combined with alum to act as a coagulant in the waste treatment process. Also, a study was conducted to determine the optimal conditions for the coagulation-flocculation process parameters, namely, pH and alum dosage, on COD and removal efficiency. The results showed that the optimal conditions for flocculation were achieved at pH 5.8, with 680 mg/L alum and 10 mg/L of commercial flocculant dose compared to only 5 mg/L of a new bio-based cationic flocculant. A comparison was made between the new bio-cationic flocculant and a commercial CTAB one for treating wastewater in the food industry. The study found that the new bio-based cationic flocculant was more effective in reducing the chemical oxygen demand, achieving a reduction of 61.3% compared to 54.6% for using a commercial cationic flocculant. Furthermore, using a new bio-based cationic flocculant costs only 0.49 $/g, which is less than the present cationic flocculant, which costs 0.93 $/g. The adoption of this new flocculant provides a sustainable alternative to existing industrial wastewater treatment processes

Study on the mechanism of copper and arsenic separation in copper smelting acidic solution by arsenic sulfide residue

A large amount of acidic solution containing arsenic and copper is produced in the hydrometallurgical treatment process of arsenic-containing solid waste in copper smelting. It is necessary to develop an economical and efficient separation technology of arsenic and copper from the solution. In this paper, according to the difference of solubility product between As2S3 and CuS, arsenic sulfide residue (ASR) was used as copper precipitant to realize the efficient separation of copper and arsenic in acidic solution, so as to achieve the purpose of “treating waste with waste”. It is found that the copper precipitation reaction is a more sensitive reaction. With the increase of temperature and time, the precipitation efficiency of copper first increases and then decreases, mainly because CuS will react with AsO43- in the solution, and then re-dissolution occurs. With the increase of pH value, As and Fe precipitate, resulting in incomplete separation of Cu and As. Under the optimum conditions, the precipitation efficiencies of Cu, Sb, Cd, Fe and Zn reached 97.39 %, 46.31 %, 2.04 %, 2.59 % and 0.65 %, respectively. The content of Cu in the precipitated residue reaches 50.47 wt%. The precipitated residue can be used as raw material for copper smelting.

Cost Benefit Analysis for Feasibility of Waste Management Scenario (Case Study of Ganet Landfill, Tanjungpinang City)

The increase in the number and activities of the population will be in line with the increase in waste generation, resulting in an increase in the burden on the Ganet landfill. The current controlled landfill method can no longer manage the increasing waste load. A more efficient waste management design system is needed to minimize and prevent potential environmental damage. Waste management scenarios are designed based on the potential for waste processing at the Ganet landfill. In selecting waste management scenarios, an economic analysis is required, which is key in designing an effective waste management system. Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA) is used as an economic assessment of the 4 scenarios designed, namely scenario 0 (controlled landfill), scenario 1 (utilization by scavengers, composting and controlled landfill), scenario 2 (utilization by scavengers, composting, pyrolysis and controlled landfill) and scenario 3 (utilization by scavengers, composting, pyrolysis, paving block making and controlled landfill). The cost and benefit components were identified for each waste treatment process. The waste processing that costs the most is controlled landfill in scenario 0 amounting to IDR 8,326,123,157.87, while the waste processing process that produces the greatest benefit value is the manufacture of paving blocks amounting to IDR 158,392,662.33. The results of the Cost Benefit Analysis calculation show a Benefit Cost Rasio (BCR) value of 1.91, Net Present Value (NPV) of 8,448,737,857.40 and the fastest Payback Period (PP) of 5 months is scenario 3. This shows that the scenario is economically feasible to do. The results of this study are expected to be a consideration in the policy formulation related to waste management at the Ganet landfill.

Mitigation of PBDE net discharge in hazardous waste thermal treatment system through reintroducion of sludge and fly ash into GASMILD operations

The presence of polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in consumer products, waste treatment processes, and treated ashes poses a significant environmental threat. Due to the lack of research on the removal of PBDEs during waste incineration, this study investigated the effectiveness of a Hazardous Waste Thermal Treatment System (HAWTTS) utilizing reburning of sludge and fly ash (SFA) with gasification-moderate or intense low-oxygen dilution (GASMILD) combustion for PBDE removal. The closed-loop treatment of sludge and ash within the HAWTTS provides a potential pathway for near-zero PBDE emissions. The GASMILD combustion addresses potential combustion issues associated with fly ash recirculation. The system achieved an impressive overall removal efficiency of 98.4% for PBDEs, with minimal stack emissions (2.45 ng/Nm³) and a negative net discharge rate (−1.02 μg/h). GASMILD combustion played a crucial role (92.7%–97.6% destruction) in addressing challenges associated with high-moisture feedstocks and SFA residues. Debromination of highly brominated PBDEs occurred within the incinerator, resulting in an increased proportion of lower brominated PBDEs in the bottom slag compared to the feedstock. Air Pollution Control Devices (APCDs) achieved a total PBDE removal efficiency of 74.4%. However, the hydrophobic nature of PBDEs limited removal efficiency in scrubbers (36.0%) and cyclonic demisters (37.86%). This study demonstrates that reintroducing SFA into the GASMILD combustion process offers an effective and environmentally sustainable strategy for reducing net PBDE levels in hazardous waste. This approach also provides additional benefits such as energy conservation, reduced carbon emissions, and lower operating costs associated with secondary treatment of thermally treated byproducts.

QUANTIFICATION OF CARBON POTENTIAL OF CONSTRUCTION WASTE TREATMENT: A CASE STUDY OF GUANGZHOU, CHINA

ABSTRACT Emission reduction in the construction sector is essential for China to achieve its carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goals. Construction waste recycling represents an important step in reducing the construction industry’s carbon emissions; however, construction waste recycling potential has received little attention from the industry to date. This paper adopts the Life Cycle Assessment method, constructs a carbon potential quantification formula for different construction waste treatment modes, and evaluates the economic benefit of these methods. The study’s main results are as follows. (1) For each unit (t) of construction waste disposal, the carbon potential of close-range off-site recycling is the lowest, that of public landfill is the highest, and that of recycling is intermediate. (2) The economic benefit evaluation shows that under the same conditions, the lowest total disposal cost for construction waste per unit (t) is via recycling and resourcing, indicating that this approach combines economic benefits, environmental friendliness, and sustainability. (3) Eco-friendly bricks produced by construction waste recycling have reduced carbon potential requirements compared to traditional bricks; thus, the construction waste treatment process plays a successful role in reducing carbon potential. This study’s conclusions enrich and improve the theory of construction waste resource management and can be used as a reference basis for the government to formulate emission reduction strategies for the construction industry and provide guidance for enterprises related to construction waste recycling.