Circular Economy

In the heart of Barcelona, a researcher is making waves in the construction industry by revisiting an age-old building technique that could offer modern solutions to contemporary challenges. Cinta Lluis-Teruel, from the School of Architecture at the

In the ever-evolving landscape of construction materials, a groundbreaking study led by Diptikar Behera from the Department of Civil Engineering at National Cheng Kung University in Taiwan is set to redefine the future of lightweight concrete (LWC).

In a groundbreaking study published in the journal *Buildings* (translated as “Buildings”), researchers have delved into the sustainability potential of glulam (glue-laminated timber) buildings, offering insights that could reshape the construction a

In the heart of Rome, researchers are turning urban waste into a promising construction material, offering a glimmer of hope for a more sustainable future. Zakim Hussain, a chemical engineering researcher at Sapienza University of Rome, has spearhead

In the quest for sustainability, the real estate sector is increasingly looking towards the circular economy as a means to address climate change and resource depletion. A recent study published in Real Estate Management and Valuation, led by Beata W

In the relentless pursuit of sustainability, the construction industry is continually seeking innovative ways to reduce its environmental footprint. A groundbreaking study published in the journal Revista IBRACON de Estruturas e Materiais, which tran

In the relentless pursuit of sustainability, the building sector stands as both a challenge and an opportunity. Accounting for a staggering 40% of natural resource consumption and 36% of energy use, the industry is a significant contributor to the gl

In the heart of Dawuan Village, a revolution is brewing, one paving block at a time. A recent community service initiative, led by Trisolvena Muhammad Nana from the Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of Muhammadiyah Cirebon, is tr

In the quest to build a more sustainable future, the construction industry is increasingly turning to circular economy principles. A recent study, led by Pauline Jegen from the Chair of Resource and Energy Systems at TU Dortmund University in Germany

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