Utilization of Recycled Aggregates and Waste in Sustainable Concrete Materials
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 September 2025 | Viewed by 597
Special Issue Editors
Interests: sustainable construction materials; recycled aggregates in concrete; structural health monitoring (SHM); artificial intelligence; earthquake-resistant structures cement replacement techniques; durability; circular economy; advanced concrete mix design; environmental impact
Interests: geo-environmental applications of recycled materials; sustainable ground improvement techniques; waste utilization in geo-environmental engineering; environmental impact assessment in construction materials; soil stabilization with industrial by-products; environmental geotechnics; geosynthetics; remediation and revitalization; sustainable construction; monitoring
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The construction industry increasingly embraces sustainability as a core principle, addressing urgent challenges such as resource depletion, waste accumulation, and carbon emissions. This Special Issue, titled "Utilization of Recycled Aggregates and Waste in Sustainable Concrete Materials", highlights innovative applications of recycled aggregates and various waste materials to develop sustainable concrete for diverse purposes. By promoting these materials, the issue contributes to advancing the circular economy, reducing the ecological footprint of construction activities, and fostering environmentally conscious building practices.
We invite original research, reviews, and case studies exploring various aspects of sustainable concrete, including but not limited to its mechanical, durability, structural, and microstructural properties. This issue will also examine the application of these materials in civil engineering structures, architectural designs, pavement systems, and other infrastructural projects. Furthermore, it aims to cover advancements in material processing, waste management, environmental assessment techniques, and their economic implications.
This Special Issue welcomes innovative and interdisciplinary approaches, including artificial intelligence and computational methods, to push the boundaries of sustainable construction practices. The findings will provide a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and architects working to advance green and resilient infrastructure.
Dr. Arvindan Sivasuriyan
Prof. Dr. Eugeniusz Koda
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- sustainable concrete
- recycled aggregates
- waste utilization
- circular economy
- green building materials
- mechanical properties
- durability performance
- structural applications
- environmental impact
- artificial intelligence in construction
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