High-Volume Mineral Admixtures in Cementitious Binders: Towards Carbon-Neutral Construction delivers an overview of the broad applications of high-volume supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) in cementitious binders, addressing the most promising ways to use them to reduce carbon emissions in the construction and building industry. This book focuses on the applications and scientific challenges of high-volume SCMs blends, elaborating on the possibilities as well as offering original perspectives on using different kinds of blended cements in the manufacturing process. Emphasis is placed on activity estimation and quality assessment, the properties of high-volume SCM-blends at both the fresh and hardened stages, self-hydraulic properties, and potential use as the sole binder, as well as associated environmental impacts and carbon footprint reduction.

Presents the macro-/microproperties of high-volume (SCMs) cements.Introduces the state of the art in the use of high-volume SCM cements.Discusses the associated environmental impacts and the contribution to carbon neutrality by using high-volume SCMs.Associated with the disposal of man-made waste in the production of building materials.Discusses the advantages of using waste materials in cement production which reduce environmental impacts and contribute to sustainable development.

High-Volume Mineral Admixtures in Cementitious Binders: Towards Carbon-Neutral Construction delivers an overview of the broad applications of high-volume supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) in cementitious binders, addressing the most promising ways to use them to reduce carbon emissions in the construction and building industry. This book focuses on the applications and scientific challenges of high-volume SCMs blends, elaborating on the possibilities as well as offering original perspectives on using different kinds of blended cements in the manufacturing process. Emphasis is placed on activity estimation and quality assessment, the properties of high-volume SCM-blends at both the fresh and hardened stages, self-hydraulic properties, and potential use as the sole binder, as well as associated environmental impacts and carbon footprint reduction.- Presents the macro-/microproperties of high-volume (SCMs) cements.- Introduces the state of the art in the use of high-volume SCM cements.- Discusses the associated environmental impacts and the contribution to carbon neutrality by using high-volume SCMs.- Associated with the disposal of man-made waste in the production of building materials.- Discusses the advantages of using waste materials in cement production which reduce environmental impacts and contribute to sustainable development.

Treatment and Utilization of Combustion and Incineration Residues introduces state-of-art strategies for combustion and incineration solid residue management and utilization. The book also reviews current technologies for pollutant removal and control of combustion and incineration residues. Recycling ashes and slags in sustainable construction materials are also evaluated on environmental impacts and engineering values, and the use of different ashes and slags in cement clinker production is classified based on the sources and properties of the residues. In addition, the recovery of valuable metals and inorganic elements is also discussed.Finally, the book examines the latest understanding of reaction mechanisms of various treatment technologies, the future design of treatment technologies, and the actualization of sustainable management for combustion/incineration residues.

Provides systematical classification and introduction of combustion/incineration solid residuesIntroduces the detoxification and purification technologies of hazardous combustion/incineration ashes and slagsHighlights the treatment and recycling approaches of combustion and incineration residues in cement clinker production and sustainable construction materials manufactureProvides systematical classification and introduction of combustion/incineration solid residuesIntroduces the detoxification and purification technologies of hazardous combustion/incineration ashes and slagsHighlights the treatment and recycling approaches of combustion and incineration residues in cement clinker production and sustainable construction materials manufacture

Treatment and Utilization of Combustion and Incineration Residues introduces state-of-art strategies for combustion and incineration solid residue management and utilization. The book also reviews current technologies for pollutant removal and control of combustion and incineration residues.Recycling ashes and slags in sustainable construction materials are also evaluated on environmental impacts and engineering values, and the use of different ashes and slags in cement clinker production is classified based on the sources and properties of the residues. In addition, the recovery of valuable metals and inorganic elements is also discussed. Finally, Treatment and Utilization of Combustion and Incineration Residues examines the latest understanding of reaction mechanisms of various treatment technologies is elaborated to foster the future design of treatment technologies and the actualization of sustainable management for combustion/incineration residues.- Provides systematical classification and introduction of combustion/incineration solid residues- Introduces the detoxification and purification technologies of hazardous combustion/incineration ashes and slags- Highlights the treatment and recycling approaches of combustion and incineration residues in cement clinker production and sustainable construction materials manufacture- Provides systematical classification and introduction of combustion/incineration solid residues- Introduces the detoxification and purification technologies of hazardous combustion/incineration ashes and slags- Highlights the treatment and recycling approaches of combustion and incineration residues in cement clinker production and sustainable construction materials manufacture

Advances in Bio-Based Materials for Construction and Energy Efficiency fills a gap in the published literature, discussing bio-based materials and biotechnologies that are crucial for a more sustainable construction industry. With comprehensive coverage and contributions from leading experts in the field, the book includes sections on bio-based materials and biotechnologies for infrastructure applications, bio-based materials and biotechnologies for building energy efficiency, and other applications, such as using biotechnology to reduce indoor air pollution, for water treatment, and in soil decontamination. The book will be an essential reference resource for academic researchers, civil engineers, contractors working in construction works, postgraduate students and other professionals.Covers recent trends on bio-based materials and biotechnologies for eco-efficient constructionFocus on sustainability and green conceptsIncludes infrastructure applications, building energy efficiency and biotechnologyPresents cutting-edge technologies that includes the use of nanocellulose, geopolymer mortars using agricultural waste, and photosynthetic panels made of algae-laden biological materials

Advances in Bio-Based Materials for Construction and Energy Efficiency fills a gap in the published literature, discussing bio-based materials and biotechnologies that are crucial for a more sustainable construction industry. With comprehensive coverage and contributions from leading experts in the field, the book includes sections on bio-based materials and biotechnologies for infrastructure applications, bio-based materials and biotechnologies for building energy efficiency, and other applications, such as using biotechnology to reduce indoor air pollution, for water treatment, and in soil decontamination. The book will be an essential reference resource for academic researchers, civil engineers, contractors working in construction works, postgraduate students and other professionals.- Covers recent trends on bio-based materials and biotechnologies for eco-efficient construction- Focus on sustainability and green concepts- Includes infrastructure applications, building energy efficiency and biotechnology- Presents cutting-edge technologies that includes the use of nanocellulose, geopolymer mortars using agricultural waste, and photosynthetic panels made of algae-laden biological materials

High-Volume Mineral Admixtures in Cementitious Binders: Towards Carbon-Neutral Construction delivers an overview of the broad applications of high-volume supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) in cementitious binders, addressing the most promising ways to use them to reduce carbon emissions in the construction and building industry. This book focuses on the applications and scientific challenges of high-volume SCMs blends, elaborating on the possibilities as well as offering original perspectives on using different kinds of blended cements in the manufacturing process. Emphasis is placed on activity estimation and quality assessment, the properties of high-volume SCM-blends at both the fresh and hardened stages, self-hydraulic properties, and potential use as the sole binder, as well as associated environmental impacts and carbon footprint reduction.

Presents the macro-/microproperties of high-volume (SCMs) cements.Introduces the state of the art in the use of high-volume SCM cements.Discusses the associated environmental impacts and the contribution to carbon neutrality by using high-volume SCMs.Associated with the disposal of man-made waste in the production of building materials.Discusses the advantages of using waste materials in cement production which reduce environmental impacts and contribute to sustainable development.

High-Volume Mineral Admixtures in Cementitious Binders: Towards Carbon-Neutral Construction delivers an overview of the broad applications of high-volume supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) in cementitious binders, addressing the most promising ways to use them to reduce carbon emissions in the construction and building industry. This book focuses on the applications and scientific challenges of high-volume SCMs blends, elaborating on the possibilities as well as offering original perspectives on using different kinds of blended cements in the manufacturing process. Emphasis is placed on activity estimation and quality assessment, the properties of high-volume SCM-blends at both the fresh and hardened stages, self-hydraulic properties, and potential use as the sole binder, as well as associated environmental impacts and carbon footprint reduction.- Presents the macro-/microproperties of high-volume (SCMs) cements.- Introduces the state of the art in the use of high-volume SCM cements.- Discusses the associated environmental impacts and the contribution to carbon neutrality by using high-volume SCMs.- Associated with the disposal of man-made waste in the production of building materials.- Discusses the advantages of using waste materials in cement production which reduce environmental impacts and contribute to sustainable development.

Treatment and Utilization of Combustion and Incineration Residues introduces state-of-art strategies for combustion and incineration solid residue management and utilization. The book also reviews current technologies for pollutant removal and control of combustion and incineration residues. Recycling ashes and slags in sustainable construction materials are also evaluated on environmental impacts and engineering values, and the use of different ashes and slags in cement clinker production is classified based on the sources and properties of the residues. In addition, the recovery of valuable metals and inorganic elements is also discussed.Finally, the book examines the latest understanding of reaction mechanisms of various treatment technologies, the future design of treatment technologies, and the actualization of sustainable management for combustion/incineration residues.

Provides systematical classification and introduction of combustion/incineration solid residuesIntroduces the detoxification and purification technologies of hazardous combustion/incineration ashes and slagsHighlights the treatment and recycling approaches of combustion and incineration residues in cement clinker production and sustainable construction materials manufactureProvides systematical classification and introduction of combustion/incineration solid residuesIntroduces the detoxification and purification technologies of hazardous combustion/incineration ashes and slagsHighlights the treatment and recycling approaches of combustion and incineration residues in cement clinker production and sustainable construction materials manufacture

Treatment and Utilization of Combustion and Incineration Residues introduces state-of-art strategies for combustion and incineration solid residue management and utilization. The book also reviews current technologies for pollutant removal and control of combustion and incineration residues.Recycling ashes and slags in sustainable construction materials are also evaluated on environmental impacts and engineering values, and the use of different ashes and slags in cement clinker production is classified based on the sources and properties of the residues. In addition, the recovery of valuable metals and inorganic elements is also discussed. Finally, Treatment and Utilization of Combustion and Incineration Residues examines the latest understanding of reaction mechanisms of various treatment technologies is elaborated to foster the future design of treatment technologies and the actualization of sustainable management for combustion/incineration residues.- Provides systematical classification and introduction of combustion/incineration solid residues- Introduces the detoxification and purification technologies of hazardous combustion/incineration ashes and slags- Highlights the treatment and recycling approaches of combustion and incineration residues in cement clinker production and sustainable construction materials manufacture- Provides systematical classification and introduction of combustion/incineration solid residues- Introduces the detoxification and purification technologies of hazardous combustion/incineration ashes and slags- Highlights the treatment and recycling approaches of combustion and incineration residues in cement clinker production and sustainable construction materials manufacture

Advances in Bio-Based Materials for Construction and Energy Efficiency fills a gap in the published literature, discussing bio-based materials and biotechnologies that are crucial for a more sustainable construction industry. With comprehensive coverage and contributions from leading experts in the field, the book includes sections on bio-based materials and biotechnologies for infrastructure applications, bio-based materials and biotechnologies for building energy efficiency, and other applications, such as using biotechnology to reduce indoor air pollution, for water treatment, and in soil decontamination. The book will be an essential reference resource for academic researchers, civil engineers, contractors working in construction works, postgraduate students and other professionals.Covers recent trends on bio-based materials and biotechnologies for eco-efficient constructionFocus on sustainability and green conceptsIncludes infrastructure applications, building energy efficiency and biotechnologyPresents cutting-edge technologies that includes the use of nanocellulose, geopolymer mortars using agricultural waste, and photosynthetic panels made of algae-laden biological materials

Advances in Bio-Based Materials for Construction and Energy Efficiency fills a gap in the published literature, discussing bio-based materials and biotechnologies that are crucial for a more sustainable construction industry. With comprehensive coverage and contributions from leading experts in the field, the book includes sections on bio-based materials and biotechnologies for infrastructure applications, bio-based materials and biotechnologies for building energy efficiency, and other applications, such as using biotechnology to reduce indoor air pollution, for water treatment, and in soil decontamination. The book will be an essential reference resource for academic researchers, civil engineers, contractors working in construction works, postgraduate students and other professionals.- Covers recent trends on bio-based materials and biotechnologies for eco-efficient construction- Focus on sustainability and green concepts- Includes infrastructure applications, building energy efficiency and biotechnology- Presents cutting-edge technologies that includes the use of nanocellulose, geopolymer mortars using agricultural waste, and photosynthetic panels made of algae-laden biological materials