Application of Sustainable Materials in the Construction Industry
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 October 2026 | Viewed by 160
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Interests: geotechnical engineering; environmental engineering; sustainable development; waste management; recycled (alternative) materials; natural aggregates; laboratory tests; physical, mechanical, dynamic properties of soils (natural and anthropogenic); soil stiffness and damping phenomenon
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, "Application of Sustainable Materials in the Construction Industry", focuses on advancing knowledge and the utilization of eco-friendly, resource-efficient, and durable materials within the construction industry. Its central aim is to explore innovative materials and technologies that reduce environmental impact, enhance energy efficiency, and promote circular economy principles in the built environment. The scope of the issue extends across a wide range of topics, including the following:
- The development and characterization of novel sustainable materials;
- Strategies for reusing and recycling construction waste;
- Life-cycle assessment of building products;
- The integration of sustainability criteria into design and construction processes.
This issue has two primary purposes:
- To provide a platform for researchers, engineers, and practitioners to present recent findings and best practices in applications of sustainable materials;
- To foster interdisciplinary dialogue that bridges material science, environmental engineering, and construction management.
This Special Issue will supplement the existing literature by advancing beyond general discussions of sustainability to highlight material-specific innovations and practical implementation strategies. While previous studies have often examined sustainability at the level of building design and energy systems, this issue will emphasize the material dimension, offering a valuable complement to the broader body of research on sustainable construction and helping define pathways toward greener, more resilient infrastructure.
Dr. Katarzyna Gabryś
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- sustainable materials
- construction industry
- circular economy
- life-cycle assessment
- recycled materials
- low-carbon construction
- green building
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