Revolutionizing Construction with Recycled Materials

  • Submission Deadline: 30 Jun 2025

Guest Editor(s)

A/Prof. Malindu Sandanayake

Department of Built Environment and Engineering, Victoria University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.

Special Issue Information

As the world prioritizes reducing waste and addressing climate change, the construction sector is emerging as a key player in adopting recycled materials to cut resource consumption and lower carbon emissions. This Special Issue, Revolutionizing Construction with Recycled Materials, will delve into the transformative potential of integrating recycled materials into construction practices, fostering a sustainable, efficient, and environmentally responsible industry.

The Special Issue will explore ground-breaking technological innovations and advancements in materials science that facilitate the effective reuse of recycled concrete, plastics, metals, and other waste-to-value resources. It will emphasize the pivotal role of research in overcoming challenges related to material performance, structural reliability, and compliance with regulatory standards. Through practical applications, compelling case studies, and insights from collaborations between academia and industry, this Special Issue will showcase how circular economy principles can revolutionize construction practices.

Integrating recycled materials offers a dual advantage: supporting environmental goals and unlocking economic benefits through reduced material costs and enhanced durability of structures. By addressing the practical and theoretical aspects of sustainable construction, the Special Issue will encourage innovation, promotes industry-wide adoption, and facilitates knowledge exchange.

This Special Issue aims to inspire researchers and industry professionals to embrace circular design principles and collaborate on scaling innovative solutions for a sustainable future. By highlighting the environmental and economic advantages of recycled materials, it will provide a comprehensive platform to advance the construction industry's transition towards more sustainable practices.

Keywords of the Special Issue:

● Recycled materials
● Sustainable construction
● Circular economy
● Waste reduction and management
● Green building
● Material innovation
● Construction efficiency
● Environmental impact
● Carbon reduction
● Recycling technologies

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