Sustainability, Circular Economy, and Waste Valorization Through Geopolymer Technology
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Materials, and Repair & Renovation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2026 | Viewed by 19
Special Issue Editors
Interests: geopolymers; sustainable concrete materials; waste valorization; durability of cementitious composites; supplementary cementitious materials; circular economy; alkali-activated materials; environmental impact
Interests: sustainability development; construction and building materials; recycled aggregates; geopolymer materials; fiber reinforcement; waste materials in concrete
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to highlight cutting-edge research on geopolymer technology as a cornerstone for advancing sustainability and a circular economy in the construction sector. Geopolymers, produced from industrial by-products such as fly ash, ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS), red mud, and other waste materials, offer a low-carbon and resource-efficient alternative to traditional Portland cement. By transforming waste streams into high-performance building materials, geopolymer technology supports global efforts to minimize environmental impact, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and promote material circularity.
We invite contributions that explore innovative geopolymer mix designs, novel waste valorization strategies, life-cycle assessments, structural and durability performance, and large-scale implementation case studies. Research that integrates advanced characterization techniques, modeling, and optimization methods is particularly welcome. This Special Issue seeks to connect academic research with practical solutions, driving sustainable innovation in construction materials and infrastructure development.
Dr. Muhammad Usama Salim
Dr. Aamar Danish
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- geopolymers
- sustainability
- circular economy
- waste valorization
- low-carbon construction
- alkali-activated materials
- sustainable infrastructure
- waste-derived materials
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