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Nanomaterials Applied in the Construction Sector: Environmental, Human Health, and Economic Indicators.
- Source :
- Applied Sciences (2076-3417); Dec2023, Vol. 13 Issue 23, p12896, 16p
- Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Over the past two decades, the application of nanostructured materials in construction, such as concrete, paint, coatings, glass, renders, plasters, thermal insulation, steel, and even sensors, has become increasingly prevalent. However, previous studies and reports have raised concerns about the ecotoxicity and long-term impact of nanomaterials on human health and the environment. National and international legislation and regulations are struggling to keep up with the rapid development of nanomaterials, taking into account their unique characteristics and essential requirements for application and commercialization. This paper, based on existing standards for conventional materials and bibliometric networks of papers focused on nanomaterials, conducts a critical review and proposes relevant indicators for the application of nanomaterials in the construction sector. These indicators should be mandatory and are divided into environmental, human health, and economic perspectives, providing a risk assessment framework for applying nanomaterial-based constructive solutions oriented to environmental, social, and economic sustainability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- ECONOMIC indicators
NANOSTRUCTURED materials
SUSTAINABLE development
HUMAN ecology
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 20763417
- Volume :
- 13
- Issue :
- 23
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Applied Sciences (2076-3417)
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 174115167
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.3390/app132312896