Circular Economy

In the sprawling landscape of construction waste management, a new tool is emerging that could revolutionize how we think about building materials and their lifecycle. Material passports, a concept gaining traction in the circular economy, are poised

In the heart of Spain, a groundbreaking study is reshaping the future of construction and energy sectors, one layer of mortar at a time. Martina Inmaculada Álvarez-Fernández, a researcher from the University of Oviedo’s Department of Mining Prospecti

In the ever-evolving landscape of the construction industry, a groundbreaking study has shed new light on the intersection of prefabrication, modularity, and the circular economy. Led by Nelson Soares from the University of Coimbra’s Department of Me

In the scorching heat of Egypt’s arid climate, a groundbreaking study is turning agricultural waste into a powerful tool for energy efficiency in construction. Rania Emad Abd Elhady, a researcher from the Department of Architectural Engineering at As

In the relentless pursuit of sustainability, the construction industry is finding innovative ways to transform its waste into valuable resources. A groundbreaking review published in the journal ‘Developments in the Built Environment’ (translated fro

In the relentless pursuit of sustainability, the construction industry is constantly seeking innovative ways to reduce its carbon footprint. One of the most significant contributors to this environmental challenge is the production of Ordinary Portla

In the heart of Prague, researchers are diving deep into the muck of dredged sediments, seeking to transform a waste management headache into a goldmine for the construction and energy sectors. Ayodele Afolayan, a materials engineer at the Czech Tech

In the quest for sustainability, the construction industry faces a monumental challenge: balancing growth with environmental responsibility. Enter Alperen Taha Demirbağ, a researcher from Yildiz Technical University in Istanbul, who has developed a g

In the heart of China’s economic powerhouse lies a hidden challenge: the construction sector’s voracious appetite for carbon emissions. A recent study published in the journal Buildings, led by Wenwen Xiao from the School of Management Engineering at

In the heart of Quebec, a historic convent stands as a testament to time, but it’s also becoming a beacon for modern sustainability practices. A groundbreaking study led by Étienne Berthold, a geographer from Laval University, is challenging conventi