Sustainable Concrete: Design and Performance Analysis
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Materials, and Repair & Renovation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (10 February 2025) | Viewed by 1200
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Concrete is the most widely used construction material globally, pivotal to infrastructure development. However, its production and use have significant environmental impacts, including high carbon dioxide emissions, extensive natural resource consumption, and waste generation. To address these challenges, the field of sustainable concrete is emerging, focusing on innovative materials, designs, and technologies to reduce the environmental footprint of concrete while maintaining or enhancing performance.
This Special Issue, "Sustainable Concrete: Design and Performance Analysis", aims to gather cutting-edge research and case studies that advance the understanding and implementation of sustainable concrete practices. We invite authors to submit original research articles, reviews, and case studies that explore various aspects of sustainable concrete, including but not limited to the following:
- Development and characterization of eco-friendly concrete materials, such as those incorporating recycled aggregates, industrial by-products, or alternative binders.
- Design methodologies that enhance the durability and lifecycle performance of sustainable concrete structures.
- Advanced manufacturing techniques and technologies, such as 3D printing and modular construction, promote sustainability in concrete applications.
- Evaluation of the environmental impact of concrete production and usage through lifecycle assessment (LCA) and other analytical tools.
- Case studies demonstrating successful applications of sustainable concrete in real-world projects, highlighting both challenges and achievements.
- Policies, regulations, and incentives that support the adoption of sustainable concrete practices.
This Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to share knowledge, foster innovation, and drive the transition toward more sustainable concrete solutions. By disseminating these findings, we aim to contribute to the global effort to mitigate the environmental impact of the construction industry and promote sustainable development.
Dr. Mo Zhang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- sustainable concrete
- eco-friendly materials
- lifecycle assessment (LCA)
- recycled aggregates
- durability analysis
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