All the latest best practices for the construction sector
In the world of construction, waste management is a pressing concern, and a recent study published in the journal *Developments in the Built Environment* (translated from Chinese as “Urban Development”) sheds new light on how construction enterprises
Sichuan Researchers Unveil CDW Management Game-Changer Read More »
In a groundbreaking stride towards sustainable construction, researchers have developed an innovative foam mortar that not only enhances thermal insulation but also promotes waste reduction. This novel material, incorporating recycled polyethylene te
Malaysian Researchers Revolutionize Construction with PET-Infused Foam Mortar Read More »
In the quest for sustainable construction materials, hemp-lime (HL) composites, often referred to as hempcrete, have emerged as a promising alternative to traditional concrete. A recent study published in the *Journal of Materials Science: Materials
Hempcrete Revolution: Low-Carbon Construction’s Rising Star Read More »
In the quest for sustainable construction materials, a team of researchers led by Asad Kareem from the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Engineering and Technology has uncovered promising potential in an unlikely source: date palm
Date Palm Fibers: The Sustainable Concrete Reinforcement Revolution Read More »
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
Circular Models Pave Green Path for Construction’s Future Read More »
In the world of construction and infrastructure, the challenge of maintaining and extending the life of ageing reinforced concrete (RC) structures is a pressing concern. With environmental and economic imperatives driving the need for sustainable sol
Revolutionizing Infrastructure: Remote Monitoring Extends RC Structures’ Life Read More »
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
Indonesian Researchers Accelerate PET Biodegradation with Enzyme Fusion Breakthrough Read More »
In the heart of Europe, a pressing challenge looms large: the impending demolition of vast panel housing estates, a legacy of mid-20th century construction in the Czech Republic. As these structures approach the end of their operational lifespan, res
Brno Researchers Revolutionize Czech Housing Demolition Planning Read More »
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
Circular Refurbishment Boosts Building Sustainability and Air Quality Read More »
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
Global Material Stocks Mapped: Boosting Energy and Construction Sustainability Read More »
