New Challenges in Construction: Functional Materials and Waste Recycle
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Waste and Recycling".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 54
Special Issue Editors
Interests: recycling; circular economy; construction materials; new materials; eco-efficiency; CO2 uptake
Interests: durability; service life prediction; CO2 emissions and capture; use of solid waste; construction sustainability; circular economy and eco-efficiency
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In an era of increasing environmental consciousness and technological innovation, the construction industry stands at the forefront of addressing pressing global challenges. This Special Issue serves as a platform for researchers, practitioners, and industry stakeholders to delve into the multifaceted landscape of construction materials and waste management, highlighting emerging trends, innovative solutions, and future directions. The construction sector plays a significant role in shaping the built environment, but its traditional practices often result in substantial resource consumption and waste generation. As we confront the urgent need for sustainability, a growing imperative exists to revolutionize construction methodologies and materials. Functional materials, characterized by their enhanced performance and adaptive properties, offer immense potential to redefine construction practices, enabling durable structures that are responsive to environmental stimuli. Moreover, the issue of waste management looms large over the construction industry, with vast amounts of materials being discarded each year. However, within this challenge lies an opportunity: the prospect of recycling and repurposing construction waste to minimize environmental impact and foster a circular economy. By embracing innovative recycling techniques and sustainable practices, we can mitigate the environmental footprint of construction activities while simultaneously unlocking economic benefits. In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Construction materials;
- Functional materials;
- Waste recycling;
- Circular economy;
- Built environment;
- Recycling.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Prof. Dr. Jairo Andrade
Prof. Dr. Edna Possan
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- sustainability
- waste recycle
- functional materials
- nanoparticles
- biomaterials in construction
- 3D printer
- performance of waste materials
- circular economy
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