Innovative Construction Materials for Sustainable and Greener Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Amidst the dual challenges posed by intensifying global climate change and the increasing scarcity of resources, the construction industry, as a prominent source of energy consumption and carbon emissions, is embarking on an unprecedented transformation journey. In this context, the exploration of low-carbon building materials derived from waste utilization has emerged as a focal point for both the industry and the public. Utilizing various types of solid waste to revolutionize the field of building materials not only represents a proactive response to environmental pressures but also serves as a pivotal approach to enhancing building energy efficiency and durability. The Special Issue, "Innovative Construction Materials for Sustainable and Greener Applications", is dedicated to deeply exploring the potential of solid waste and industrial by-products as raw materials for low-carbon cementitious materials. It aims to enhance the recycling rate of industrial solid waste while significantly reducing energy consumption and CO₂ emissions. This innovative strategy not only offers creative solutions to address resource depletion and environmental degradation but also strives to enhance the durability and overall performance of concrete structures, thereby spearheading a green revolution in the building materials industry.

This Special Issue aims to gather original research papers related to innovative Construction Materials. The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics: resource utilization of solid waste, innovative explorations of low-carbon concrete formulations, and cutting-edge research on the application of low-carbon concrete.

Dr. Yongfan Gong
Prof. Dr. Zijian Song
Dr. Mian Luo
Guest Editors

Dr. Chenhui Zhu
Guest Editor Assistant

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