Recent Advances in Sustainable Construction Materials and Structural Systems
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 May 2026 | Viewed by 225
Special Issue Editors
Interests: preparation and performance characterization of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) bars; durability and high-temperature performance of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) materials; structural performance of new concrete structures (geopolymer, sulphoaluminate cement, seawater sea sand concrete, etc.) reinforced with FRP bars
Interests: FRP composite structure durability
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Interests: advanced cement-based composites; common waste large-scale treatment
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Interests: life-cycle assessment; recycled construction and demolition (C&D) materials; composite materials
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The construction industry is undergoing a transformative shift toward sustainability, driven by the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate environmental impacts. This Special Issue focuses on the latest developments in sustainable construction materials and structural systems, emphasizing the use of low-carbon, recycled, and waste-derived materials. We invite contributions that explore material properties, mechanical performance, microstructural characterization, and durability assessment. Studies encompassing experimental investigations, theoretical modeling, and numerical simulations are particularly welcome. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the mechanical behavior of eco-friendly concrete, lightweight and high-performance composite materials, novel reinforcement techniques, and integrating waste materials into construction applications. By bringing together cutting-edge research, this Special Issue will foster innovation and provide insights into the next generation of sustainable construction solutions.
Dr. Zike Wang
Dr. Weiwei Wu
Dr. Weichen Tian
Dr. Longbiao Yan
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- low-carbon concrete
- solid waste recycling
- renewable concrete
- sustainable materials
- mechanical properties
- structural properties
- simulation
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