Development and Application of Low-Carbon Cement Concrete in Sustainable Construction
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Materials, and Repair & Renovation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 June 2026 | Viewed by 62
Special Issue Editors
Interests: low-carbon cement; waste valorization; cement chemistry
Interests: alternative cementitious binder; durability; material chemistry
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The construction industry remains one of the largest contributors to global CO2 emissions, largely due to its heavy reliance on Portland cement. As the construction industry moves toward a more sustainable future, the urgent need to reduce the environmental footprint of cement and concrete has brought the development of low-carbon alternatives to the forefront of research and practice.
This Special Issue invites recent research articles and case studies focusing on the implementation of innovative materials and technologies that promote environmental sustainability of concrete construction. Key topics of interest include the development of alternative binders, the valorization of industrial by-products, and CO2 mineralization. In addition, sustainable construction should deliver long-term performance. Therefore, studies aimed at improving durability and extending the service life of concrete structures are highly encouraged. Submissions that integrate life cycle analysis into the development and validation of sustainable construction materials are also encouraged.
By bringing together cutting-edge research, this Issue aims to contribute to knowledge exchange and inspire further innovation in the pursuit of sustainable construction practices.
Dr. Xuhui Liang
Dr. Chen Liu
Dr. Mingshan Zhao
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs)
- alternative binder
- concrete fines
- recycled aggregate
- durability
- life cycle analysis
- CO2 sequestration and utilisation
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