Circular Economy
Circular Economy
Insights from the international workshop on “Adapting agriculture to climate change and air pollution”
20/11/2024 -
An international workshop on “Adapting Agriculture to Climate Change and Air Pollution” took place at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, China, during 23–27...
Life cycle assessment of hybrid alkali-activated cement production with red mud as an alkali activator
20/11/2024 -
The production of hybrid alkali-activated cement (HAAC) has generated considerable interest in environmental issues. In this research, the environmental impacts of utilizing red mud (RM) as a...
Evaluating the Environmental and Economic Benefits of New Technologies in Low-Salt Olive Fermentation
19/11/2024 -
The evolving modern lifestyle influences consumer dietary habits, driving the demand for new food products rooted in traditional healthy foods with greater health benefits. The Mediterranean diet,...
Evaluation of Biogas Production from Anaerobic Digestion of Biopolymeric Films and Potential Environmental Implications
20/11/2024 -
The increasing environmental pollution resulting from plastic waste and the need to reuse agro-industrial wastes as a source of discarding has led to the development of innovative biobased products....
Environmental life cycle assessment of large-scale coal mining with annual output of more than one million tonnes
18/11/2024 -
Coal occupies an absolute advantage in the primary energy structure of China. However, the production of coal poses a serious threat to the ecological environment and human health. In order to...
A Case Study on Integrating an Eco-Design Tool into the Construction Decision-Making Process
16/11/2024 -
To enhance the sustainability of construction and meet the sector’s environmental agenda, it is essential to comprehensively scrutinize the environmental, social, and economic impacts...
Sustainable High-Performance Concrete Using Zeolite Powder: Mechanical and Carbon Footprint Analyses
18/11/2024 -
This study investigates environmentally friendly high-performance concrete (HPC) by partially replacing cement and silica sand with zeolite powder. The replacement levels included 10%, 20%, and 30%...
Environmental Assessment of Calcium Sulfoaluminate Cement: A Monte Carlo Simulation in an Industrial Symbiosis Framework
18/11/2024 -
Calcium sulfoaluminate (CSA) cement is recognized as an environmentally friendly alternative to Portland cement (PC) due to its lower carbon footprint and energy requirements. However, traditional...
Quantification of Carbon Emissions of Building Decoration Processes
09/11/2024 -
The continuous growth in building decoration activities has led to significant energy and material consumption, increasing carbon emissions in the construction sector. Existing literature frequently...
Comparative Life Cycle Assessment of Landfilling with Sustainable Waste Management Methods for Municipal Solid Wastes
11/11/2024 -
Municipal solid waste (MSW) generation continues to increase exponentially, leading to the need for better disposal methods. Approximately 50% of the MSW is landfilled in the United States (US)....
Life Cycle Assessment and Experimental Mechanical Investigation of Test Samples for High-Performance Racing Boats
09/11/2024 -
This paper investigates the environmental impact and mechanical performance of two composite sandwich structures, named Series 1 and Series 2, used in high-performance racing boats. Mechanical tests,...
Case Study: Impact Analysis of Roof-Top Green Infrastructure on Urban System Sustainability in San José, CA
09/11/2024 -
This paper presents results from a case study focusing on analyzing impacts of Green Infrastructure (GI) on sensible and latent heat fluxes, urban microclimate and the subsequent...
Study on the Effectiveness of Okra as an Environmentally Friendly and Economical Lubricant for Drilling Fluid
01/11/2024 -
With the gradual improvement and implementation of unconventional wells drilling and environmental regulations, there is an urgent need for high-performance and more environmentally friendly...
<i>Mythimna separata</i> herbivory primes <i>Coix</i> resistance in systemic leaves
04/11/2024 -
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The transition towards a sustainable circular economy through life cycle assessment in the building and construction sector: a review and bibliometric analysis
30/10/2024 -
Transitioning to a circular economy is indispensable for the construction industry to achieve sustainable development goals. Understanding trends, gaps, and opportunities in life cycle assessment...
Lightweight Strategies for Wooden-Structure Buildings Based on Embodied Carbon Emission Calculations for Carbon Reduction
30/10/2024 -
To achieve carbon reduction in architecture, this study establishes a carbon emission calculation model for wooden structures based on life cycle assessment (LCA) theory, using the emission factor...
Advances in Cold-Climate-Responsive Building Envelope Design: A Comprehensive Review
31/10/2024 -
Extreme low temperatures, heavy snowfall, ice accumulation, limited daylight, and increased energy consumption in cold climates present significant challenges but also offer opportunities for...
Biobased Compostable Plastics End-of-Life: Environmental Assessment Including Carbon Footprint and Microplastic Impacts
31/10/2024 -
In this paper, we examine how traditional life-cycle assessment (LCA) for bio-based and compostable plastics overlooks issues surrounding carbon sequestration and microplastic persistence. To outline...
Comparative LCA of thermal power plant with CCS and solar PV system: sustainability assessment in Indian context
26/10/2024 -
The study’s objective is to evaluate and compare the sustainability of power production techniques for India’s transition to clean power generation. It specifically focuses on coal-based power...
Sustainability Assessment of Agricultural Waste Biogas Production System in China Based on Emergy and Carbon Evaluation Methods
28/10/2024 -
Biogas production is widely recognized as an effective solution for addressing agricultural waste treatment in rural areas. However, its development is often hindered by economic and environmental...
