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Eco-Efficiency Assessment Utilizing Recycled Glass Aggregate in Concrete.
- Source :
- Buildings (2075-5309); Apr2023, Vol. 13 Issue 4, p910, 20p
- Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- This paper reviews specific technical and eco-efficiency performance issues in using glass waste as an aggregate in the production of concrete. Eco-efficiency is a relatively modern tool in the pursuit of sustainability. Eco-efficiency is the concept of maximising the benefits from the use of non-renewable resources while minimising the use of non-renewable resources. The paper details a life cycle assessment and eco-efficiency review of a potentially sustainable alternative to traditional concrete, made from ordinary Portland cement. The study follows the ISO framework, which includes goal and scope, a life cycle inventory, life cycle impact assessment, life cycle costing, normalising of data and the creation of an eco-efficiency portfolio. SimaPro life cycle assessment software has been used to further analyse the use of recycled glass aggregate as a replacement for naturally occurring stone aggregate in geopolymer concrete. The study found that the use of geopolymer concrete as a non-cement based alternative concrete was a viable way to reduce emissions with a high global warming potential but faced challenges in other environmental impact areas. There is a need for ongoing research and study on the application of eco-efficiency as a tool in the pursuit of sustainable practices in society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 20755309
- Volume :
- 13
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Buildings (2075-5309)
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 163385502
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13040910