Sustainable Materials

In the heart of Egypt, a revolution is brewing in the way residential buildings are designed and constructed, and it’s not just about the pyramids. Dr. Bishoy Magdy Tawfeeq Sidhom, a lecturer at the Future Higher Institute for Engineering and Technol

In a groundbreaking study published in the journal *Nature Environment and Pollution Technology* (translated as *Natural Environment and Pollution Technology*), researchers have uncovered a novel application for wastewater generated during the hydrot

In the heart of Egypt’s architectural landscape, a quiet revolution is underway, one that promises to redefine the way cities are built and lived in. Dr. Amira Mersal, a leading voice from the Architecture Department at Alexandria University’s Facult

In the quest for sustainable construction materials, researchers have turned to an unlikely ally: rice husk ash (RHA). A recent study led by Parvin Montazeri from the Department of Civil Engineering at Islamic Azad University in Qazvin, Iran, has she

In the quest for sustainable construction, a new study is shedding light on the environmental impact of building materials, offering insights that could reshape the industry’s approach to resource consumption and carbon emissions. Published in the jo

In the quest for sustainable construction practices, a new study from Institut Teknologi Bandung (Bandung Institute of Technology) sheds light on how public perceptions could shape the future of residential building materials. Led by Eryonata Melino,

In the heart of earthquake-prone regions around the world, traditional buildings have long stood the test of time, their resilience rooted in generations of local knowledge and ingenuity. A recent study published in the *Dimensi: Journal of Architect

In the heart of Nigeria, a pressing question looms over the construction industry: how safe are the materials we use every day? A recent study published in the journal *Physics Access* (translated from English) sheds light on this issue, focusing on

In a groundbreaking shift within the construction industry, researchers are exploring a novel approach to transform cement and concrete from significant carbon emitters into substantial carbon sinks. This innovative perspective, detailed in a recent

In the wake of Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction, a critical review of the country’s standards for selecting cement types to ensure the durability of reinforced concrete structures has been published, offering a roadmap for aligning with European bes