Microstructure of Low-CO₂ Construction Materials

Dear Colleagues,

In recent times, the environmental performance of construction materials has become increasingly important. Governments around the world have put forward requirements for low-carbon building construction materials based on their national conditions. The purpose of this Special Issue is to provide a platform for communication on the microstructure of low-carbon construction materials. Through the optimization of microstructure, the improvement of macroscopic performance can be achieved, thereby promoting the sustainable development of the construction industry and the environmental friendliness of civil engineering.

The research objects of this Special Issue include various low-carbon construction materials, such as environmentally friendly concrete, wood and its processed products, geopolymer materials, and other new materials.

The research methods covered in this special review cover various macro and micro experimental methods and theoretical analysis methods and also include integrated research on construction materials, structural design, and construction management.

This Special Issue accepts original papers as well as review papers. Your contributions are welcome.

Prof. Dr. Xiaoyong Wang
Dr. Gui-Yu Zhang
Guest Editors

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