Sustainable Materials

In a groundbreaking development that could revolutionize sustainable construction materials, researchers have successfully created engineered geopolymer composites incorporating recycled waste rubber as a full replacement for fine aggregates. This in

In the quest for sustainable marine construction, researchers have turned to an unlikely trio of industrial byproducts, transforming them into a promising new material that could reshape the industry. Yun-Xin Chen, a researcher from the School of Civ

In the quest for energy efficiency, researchers are turning to nature for inspiration, and a recent study published in the journal *Biomimetics* (translated from Chinese) is making waves in the underwater drag reduction sector. Led by Zaixiang Zheng

In the frosty expanses of cold regions, where the ground thaws and freezes in a relentless cycle, construction faces a formidable foe. Freeze-thaw cycles degrade soft soil foundations, undermining the safety and longevity of buildings and infrastruct

In the heart of Guangzhou, China, a groundbreaking study led by Ghasan Fahim Huseien at the Guangzhou Institute of Energy Conversion, Chinese Academy of Sciences, is turning the construction industry’s waste problem into a sustainable solution. The r

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, the wind energy sector faces a growing challenge: what to do with retired wind turbine blades (RWTBs). These massive structures, made from non-recyclable composite materials, have traditionally ended

In a significant stride towards sustainable construction, researchers have demonstrated the potential of recycled plastic corrugated panels as a viable alternative to traditional roofing materials. A study led by Aaroon Joshua Das from the Department

In the quest to reduce the construction industry’s substantial carbon footprint, researchers are turning to an unlikely ally: biochar. This carbon-rich material, derived from biomass through pyrolysis, is emerging as a promising supplementary cementi

In the quest for sustainable and energy-efficient buildings, researchers are turning to dynamic facades that can adapt to changing environmental conditions. A recent study published in the journal *Buildings* (which translates to “Buildings” in Engli

In a significant stride towards sustainable urban development, researchers have demonstrated that building demolition waste materials (BDWM) can effectively replace natural materials in road construction. This groundbreaking study, led by Majid Ahmad