construction materials Archives

Scientists Turn Plastic Waste and Industrial Sludge Into Stronger Concrete, Cutting Production Emissions by 66%

Tim McMillan·November 5, 2026

Plastic waste and industrial sludge become stronger concrete alternatives, boosting bending strength 54% and cutting emissions.

Ryan Whalen·June 26, 2025

On a future crewed Mars mission, explorers may grow their own building materials directly on the Red Planet.

Ryan Whalen·January 10, 2025

New carbon-capturing building materials could help reduce the effects of climate change, according to new research.