Circular Economy

In the quest for sustainability, the construction sector is increasingly looking towards circular business models (CBM) to minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency. A recent study published in the *Frontiers in Built Environment* (translated f

In the quest for sustainable solutions to plastic waste, a groundbreaking study led by Nathania Puspitasari from the Department of Chemical Engineering at Widya Mandala Surabaya Catholic University has introduced a novel method to accelerate the biod

In the quest to make buildings more sustainable, a recent study has shed light on how circular refurbishment measures can significantly impact indoor air quality and comfort, offering valuable insights for the energy sector. Led by Valentino Festa fr

In a groundbreaking development for the construction and energy sectors, researchers have unveiled a high-resolution global dataset that maps the in-use stocks of steel, aluminum, and cement from 2000 to 2019. This innovative work, led by Kun Sun fro

In the heart of Brazil, researchers are turning construction waste into a valuable resource, offering a promising solution for sustainable building materials. Elvia Soraya Santos Nascimento, a scientist from the Federal University of Sergipe, has bee

In a significant stride towards sustainable construction materials, researchers have demonstrated that porcelain stoneware tiles manufactured with waste incineration bottom ash (BA) are not only technically viable but also environmentally safe. This

In the quest for sustainable construction materials, researchers have turned to an unexpected source: agricultural ashes from cold and temperate regions. A recent study led by A. Sadoon from the University of Manitoba’s Civil Engineering department,

In the quest for sustainable road construction, researchers have uncovered a promising alternative that could reshape the industry’s approach to material use. A recent study published in *Construction Materials* (translated from Portuguese) explores

In a groundbreaking stride towards sustainable construction, researchers have transformed discarded plastic bottles into lightweight synthetic sand (LSS), paving the way for eco-friendly mortars that could revolutionize the industry. This innovative

In a significant stride toward sustainable construction, researchers have demonstrated that recycled materials can be effectively integrated into concrete production, reducing environmental impact without compromising structural integrity. This break