Recent advances in utilizing industrial wastes for enhanced concrete performance

Ashish, Deepankar Kumar, Sharma, Himanshu and Maddalena, Riccardo ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6251-3782 2025. Recent advances in utilizing industrial wastes for enhanced concrete performance. Adesina, Adeyemi, ed. Recent Trends in the Sustainability Improvement and Use of Wastes in Cementitious Materials: Utilization of Wastes and Locally Sourced Materials, Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering, Elsevier, pp. 131-148. (10.1016/b978-0-443-15670-0.00006-5)

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Abstract

Owing to the torrent of growth and development, accelerated industrial activities have turned the consumption patterns that lead to a rigorous change in consumer needs and demands. These industrial activities account for generating tons of waste in the form of hazardous and nonhazardous components that may include solid waste, liquid waste, or greenhouse gases. The waste created is a liability to humankind but can be turned into an asset if embarked on the construction industry. With these wastes outflowing into the atmosphere, the concept of waste management emphasizes the goals of sustainability. This chapter will explore various types of industrial waste generated across different sectors, highlighting the challenges and opportunities associated with their management. The potential application of industrial waste in cementitious materials will be presented. It will discuss the techniques that can be used to tailor the properties of waste and enhance the performance of concrete. The heart of the chapter involves the methods and strategies for effectively incorporating industrial wastes into cementitious materials, including cement, concrete, and mortar. This may reduce the burden on raw materials, save costs, and boost the circular economy. The study concludes with the potential future trends, emerging technologies, and sustainable practices that give directions to policymakers. It will be a benefit to researchers, engineers, policymakers, and anyone interested in promoting sustainability and waste reduction in the construction industry. The chapter emphasizes the need for sustainable alternatives. The real-world case studies will be discussed from different regions and industries, offering valuable insights into successful waste utilization projects.

Item Type:	Book Section
Date Type:	Publication
Status:	Published
Schools:	Schools > Engineering
Publisher:	Elsevier
ISBN:	9780443156700
Last Modified:	15 Dec 2025 16:00
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/183253

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