Assessment Of Industrial Waste and Additives Materials Use in The Sustainable Design of Concrete

Abstract

The sustainable design of concrete is of paramount importance in the construction industry as it strives to minimize environmental impact while maintaining performance and durability. A key aspect of this endeavor is the assessment and integration of industrial waste materials and additives into concrete formulations. Concrete is the most frequently used construction material in the world.  Each year, over ten billion tonnes of concrete are produced, resulting in the depletion of natural resources and a colossal carbon footprint. One of the primary objectives of contemporary concrete technology is to reduce the use of Portland cement and natural fine aggregates by partially substituting them with various waste materials and industrial byproducts. This paper summarises the findings of a study in which steel slag aggregate, silica fume and glass refuse were successfully used to partially replace river sand and Portland cement.