New RMIT tech develops sustainable concrete from tyre and construction waste
Architecture news & editorial desk From used coffee cups to building rubble and everything in between, recycled waste has been utilised to create concrete products that promise several environmental benefits. While recycled concrete aggregates contribute to reducing landfill and CO2 emissions, save natural resources and boost the circular economy, challenges still remain in matching the strength and durability of traditional concrete, hindering their practical application. The concept of ‘sustainable concrete’ just got a major boost with RMIT researchers developing a new technology to pro...