Advanced Sustainable Cement-Based Materials

Dear Colleagues,

The cement and construction industry is at a critical juncture, driven by the growing need to reduce its environmental footprint without compromising the structural performance of the materials used in construction. With the aim of promoting research that provides innovative, low-carbon solutions, this Special Issue, titled “Advanced Sustainable Cement-Based Materials”, invites the international scientific community to contribute original studies, technological advances, and high-impact reviews that address current challenges and emerging opportunities in this field.

This Special Issue seeks to bring together papers that explore new cements and binders with lower environmental impact, the development and characterisation of geopolymers, alkali-activated materials, and low-clinker cements, the use of supplementary cementitious materials from waste, and the utilization of waste as a substitute for conventional raw materials in cement-based materials. Research on durability, mix optimisation, CO₂ capture and utilisation, circular economy, performance models, and life cycle analysis will also be considered.

This Special Issue is geared toward researchers, engineers, construction professionals, and sustainability experts who wish to contribute rigorous knowledge and practical solutions for advancement towards more efficient and responsible construction. We cordially invite the scientific community to submit their contributions and participate in this space for exchange and technological advancement.

Prof. Dr. Francisco Agrela
Dr. Julia Rosales
Guest Editors

Dr. José Luis Díaz-López
Guest Editor Assistant

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