Innovations in Sustainable Building Materials and Structural Design for Net-Zero Carbon Emissions

Dear Colleagues,

The topic “Innovations in Sustainable Building Materials and Structural Design for Net-Zero Carbon Emissions” aims to highlight advancements in sustainable materials and structural innovations that contribute to achieving net-zero carbon emissions in the built environment.

As the construction industry strives to address pressing global challenges such as climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation, sustainable solutions have become paramount. This Topic encourages researchers to explore novel approaches to reducing the carbon footprint of construction through advanced materials, innovative structural designs, and cutting-edge technologies.

Contributions may focus on sustainable building materials such as recycled steels, aerated concrete, reclaimed wood, etc., as well as structural optimization techniques that enhance performance while minimizing material usage. Additionally, research incorporating digital design tools, artificial intelligence, 3D printing, and intelligent sensing for energy-efficient and resilient structures is encouraged.

This Topic invites original research and reviews themes such as carbon-neutral construction practices, lifecycle assessments of structures and materials, adaptive building designs, and the integration of renewable energy systems, promoting a sustainable future for the construction industry.

Topics of interest include but are not limited to:

• Sustainable and low-carbon building materials;
• Advanced structural design and optimization;
• Structural health monitoring;
• Lifecycle assessment and carbon footprint analysis;
• Digital and AI-driven construction technologies;
• Renewable energy integration in building systems.

Kind regards,

Dr. Youtian Wang
Prof. Dr. Boshan Chen
Dr. Peng Dai
Dr. Ping Zhang
Dr. Yifan Zhou
Dr. Bowen Chen
Dr. Qingfeng Xu
Topic Editors