Concrete news articles

Here are some recent news articles related to concrete:

  1. "Concrete's Carbon Footprint: A Growing Concern" (The New York Times, March 2023)

This article discusses the environmental impact of concrete production, which is responsible for around 8% of global carbon emissions. The article highlights the need for more sustainable concrete production methods and the development of new technologies to reduce the industry's carbon footprint.

  1. "Concrete 3D Printing: The Future of Construction?" (The Guardian, February 2023)

This article explores the potential of 3D printing technology in the concrete industry. The article highlights the benefits of 3D printing, including reduced waste, increased efficiency, and the ability to create complex shapes and structures.

  1. "Concrete's Hidden Strength: Researchers Discover New Properties" (Science Daily, January 2023)

This article reports on a recent study that has discovered new properties of concrete, including its ability to absorb and release energy. The researchers believe that this discovery could lead to the development of more sustainable and resilient concrete structures.

  1. "The Rise of Self-Healing Concrete" (Engineering News-Record, December 2022)

This article discusses the development of self-healing concrete, which has the ability to repair cracks and damage on its own. The article highlights the potential benefits of this technology, including reduced maintenance costs and increased durability.

  1. "Concrete's Impact on Urban Heat Islands" (CityLab, November 2022)

This article explores the role of concrete in urban heat islands, which are areas of cities that are significantly warmer than surrounding rural areas. The article discusses the need for more sustainable urban planning and the use of cooler concrete materials to mitigate the effects of urban heat islands.

  1. "The Future of Concrete: Advanced Materials and Technologies" (Civil Engineering, October 2022)

This article provides an overview of the latest advancements in concrete technology, including the development of new materials and techniques. The article highlights the potential benefits of these advancements, including improved durability, sustainability, and performance.

  1. "Concrete's Role in Climate Change Mitigation" (The Conversation, September 2022)

This article discusses the role of concrete in climate change mitigation, including its potential to sequester carbon dioxide and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The article highlights the need for more sustainable concrete production methods and the development of new technologies to reduce the industry's carbon footprint.

  1. "The Benefits of Fly Ash in Concrete" (Concrete International, August 2022)

This article discusses the benefits of using fly ash in concrete, including its ability to reduce the amount of cement required and improve the durability of the concrete. The article highlights the potential environmental benefits of using fly ash, including reduced greenhouse gas emissions and waste reduction.

  1. "Concrete's Impact on Water Quality" (Environmental Science & Technology, July 2022)

This article explores the impact of concrete on water quality, including the potential for concrete to leach pollutants into waterways. The article discusses the need for more sustainable concrete production methods and the development of new technologies to reduce the industry's environmental impact.

  1. "The Future of Concrete: Trends and Innovations" (Construction Business Owner, June 2022)

This article provides an overview of the latest trends and innovations in the concrete industry, including the development of new materials and technologies. The article highlights the potential benefits of these advancements, including improved durability, sustainability, and performance.