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  • How Sustainable Are Polyurethane Foams?
    Article - 23 May 2023
    Polyurethane (PU) foams are commonly used in construction for a number of purposes, but with the drive to net zero, the sustainability of these materials is under increasing scrutiny. Improving their...
  • Types of Natural Stone Commonly Used In Construction
    Article - 5 May 2023
    Natural stones are extracted from quarries or mines and can be reshaped and carved into a variety of unique shapes and sizes for applications in construction projects.
  • Green Construction on AZoBuild - World Environment Day 2022
    Article - 5 Jun 2022
    This World Environment Day the theme is #OnlyOneEarth. As the climate crisis looms, sectors are constantly striving to produce new advancements to make themselves more sustainable and circular.
  • Hybrid Construction: What Can it Offer?
    Article - 28 Oct 2021
    Hybrid construction is ushering in a more sustainable future for the construction industry. Learn more about this topic on AZoBuild.
  • 3D Printing in the Construction Industry
    Article - 13 Feb 2020
    Stereolithographic (SLA) printing was developed in the mid-eighties and uses a targeted laser to activate layers in a bath of resin.
  • The Applications of Mortar in Construction
    Article - 27 Aug 2019
    Although the terms mortar, cement and concrete may be used interchangeably, each of these materials serve very different functions within the construction industry.
  • Top 10 Construction Trends to Watch in 2025
    Article - 26 Sep 2024
    As 2025 nears, trends like AI, modular construction, and sustainable practices are revolutionizing the construction industry, improving efficiency and safety.
  • Eco-Friendly Building Materials from Fly Ash Waste
    Article - 26 Jun 2024
    Global fly ash production from coal power plants is approximately 544 million tons annually, with 80% ending up in landfills, posing severe environmental concerns. However, its recycling potential in...
  • Analyzing the Lifecycle of Sustainable Building Materials
    Article - 14 Jun 2024
    This article explores the environmental impacts of various sustainable building materials using life-cycle assessment (LCA). Materials such as recycled plastic waste, natural earthen substances,...
  • Engineered Bamboo – The Future of Sustainable Construction
    Article - 30 May 2024
    Bamboo, a low-carbon, rapidly growing plant, has emerged as a sustainable alternative to traditional construction materials due to its rich resources and exceptional wood properties. Engineered...
Reducing Embodied Carbon Through Design

Reducing Embodied Carbon Through Design

With an increase in the pressure to decarbonize the built environment and build more carbon-neutral buildings, the reduction of embodied carbon has become of great importance.

Calcium Carbonate Concrete: Building on Recycling

Calcium Carbonate Concrete: Building on Recycling

AZoBuild talks to Professors Noguchi and Maruyama about their research and development of Calcium Carbonate Concrete (CCC), a new material that has the potential to cause a sustainable revolution in the construction industry.

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