Sustainable Materials

In a significant stride towards sustainable construction, researchers have demonstrated the potential of recycled polypropylene (PP) powder as a viable additive in cementitious composites. The study, led by Jeonguk Mun from the Department of Civil En

In the relentless pursuit of more durable and sustainable construction materials, a team of researchers led by Hossein Khosravi from the Department of Civil Engineering at Hakim Sabzevari University in Iran has made a significant stride. Their focus?

In the heart of South Africa’s road construction sector, a quiet revolution is brewing, one that could reshape how materials are used and re-used, with significant implications for the economy and the environment. At the forefront of this shift is Sa

In the quest for sustainable construction materials, researchers are turning to an ancient resource with a modern twist: bamboo. A recent study led by José Henriques from the Construction Engineering Research Group at Hasselt University in Belgium ha

In a groundbreaking study that could reshape the future of underground construction, researchers have uncovered new insights into the behavior of pressurized frozen sand, offering a promising path toward more sustainable and efficient artificial grou

In the quest for sustainable construction, a groundbreaking study led by Asmamaw Tadege Shiferaw from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences is challenging the status quo of conventional masonry. Published in the journal *Buildings* (which transla

In the sun-drenched landscapes of Greece, where photovoltaic (PV) panels have become a common sight, a pressing question emerges: what happens to these energy-generating giants at the end of their life? A groundbreaking study published in the journal

In the heart of China, nestled in the sprawling landscapes of Chongqing, lies a treasure trove of citrus diversity that is quietly revolutionizing the global citrus industry. The National Citrus Germplasm Repository in Chongqing (NCGRCQ), the world’s

In a world grappling with freshwater scarcity, a novel approach to concrete production is making waves—quite literally. Researchers are exploring the use of seawater in concrete mixing, a sustainable solution that could revolutionize construction in

In the quest for sustainable urban living, a groundbreaking study led by Louise Bartek from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences has turned conventional wisdom on its head. The research, published in *Cleaner Environmental Systems* (transl