Paper has shaped society for centuries and is considered one of humanity's most important
inventions. However, pulp and paper products can be damaging to social and natural …

In recent years, the construction sector has significantly increased demand for new building
materials that can reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable design strategies …

This paper presents three types of gypsum reinforced with different waste materials, such as
paper, polystyrene, and polyester. Several investigations were performed through a set of …

The drive to design modern low-environmental impact buildings with high-energy efficiency
has led to an increase in unfired earth masonry studies reflecting the rising trend of earth …

This study investigates the short-and long-term characteristics of adobe bricks containing
palm fibers of different soil weight ratios (0.25 to 1%). Towards this, the compressive …

Due to the growing concerns of deforestation, renewable materials as recycled cellulosic
waste and non-wood fibres provide an alternative solution for partial replacement of wood …

This paper investigates the reproduction of traditional adobes, focusing on the effect of fibre
type and quantity. Several adobes were produced in the laboratory using 30% to 70% by …

Hygrothermal performance of buildings is one key element to the sustainable design, health,
and comfort of the indoor environment. Building sustainability depends on all associated …

The thermal conductivity of earth materials is closely related to density and particle size
distribution. However, existing studies on the thermal conductivity of these materials have …

The use of paper waste rich in cellulose fibers to produce building materials is an
environmentally friendly alternative that conserves natural resources and protects the …