Circular Economy

In a groundbreaking advancement for the construction industry, researchers at Delft University of Technology have developed an innovative mobile sensor-based inspection system designed to enhance the efficiency and reliability of quality inspections

The construction of high-speed railways (HSRs) is a critical component of modern infrastructure development, yet it comes with significant environmental challenges, particularly in mountainous regions where spoil disposal areas (SDAs) are essential f

In a world where the construction sector grapples with its environmental impact, a groundbreaking study conducted by Julio Juarez-Quispe from the School of Civil Engineering at Universidad Católica de Santa María

In a groundbreaking study published in the journal ‘Buildings’, researchers have unveiled significant advancements in enhancing the punching shear performance of concrete slabs by incorporating Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) layers. This inno

A recent study has unveiled a groundbreaking approach to resource extraction and recycling from bottom ash (BA), a byproduct of municipal solid waste (MSW) incineration. Conducted by Inna Pitak and her team at the Laboratory of Materials Research and

In an era where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, a new study sheds light on the transformative potential of Material Passports (MPs) in the construction industry. Conducted by Ioannis Markou from the Department of Architecture an

The construction industry is at a crossroads, grappling with the dual pressures of resource depletion and environmental sustainability. A recent study published in ‘Frontiers in Built Environment’ sheds light on the underutilization of circular econo

As global coal consumption continues its upward trajectory, particularly in nations like China and India, the environmental implications of coal combustion are becoming increasingly critical. A recent study published in the journal ‘Energies’ sheds l

As global coal consumption continues to rise, particularly in countries like China and India, the challenge of managing coal combustion waste has become increasingly pressing. A recent article published in the journal ‘Energies’ explores innovative w

In a groundbreaking study published in the ‘International Journal of Lightweight Materials and Manufacture’, researchers have unveiled a novel approach to utilizing plastic waste in the construction industry by developing lightweight sand-plastic com