Green Concrete with Glass Powder—A Literature Review

Mohammad Sheikh Hassani, José C. Matos, Yixia Zhang and Elisabete R. Teixeira ()
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Mohammad Sheikh Hassani: Department of Civil Engineering, ARISE, ISISE, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal
José C. Matos: Department of Civil Engineering, ARISE, ISISE, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal
Yixia Zhang: School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment, Western Sydney University, Kingswood, NSW 2751, Australia
Elisabete R. Teixeira: Department of Civil Engineering, ARISE, ISISE, University of Minho, 4800-058 Guimarães, Portugal

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 20, 1-21

Abstract: This paper represents a literature review of the effects of partially replacing cement with glass powder in concrete production, aiming to provide an enhanced elucidation of 78 published scientific articles between 2015 and 2023. Vigorous inclusion criteria were employed to accomplish this objective, such as focusing only on glass powder usage instead of cement, considering both conventional and unconventional concretes, and summarizing the physical, mechanical, durability, and morphological characteristics. It has been attempted not only to discuss the factors that contribute to similarities and differences but also to interpret associations and concerns as well as propose future research directions based on the identified gaps. The literature review reveals that using glass powder looks captivating and has higher mechanical and durability properties with environmentally friendly advantages simultaneously due to its filler and pozzolanic characteristics, especially in smaller sizes. The findings of this study are expected to promote sustainable and environmentally conscious practices beyond the current scope of research.

Keywords: glass powder; glass waste; green concrete; recycled materials; concrete properties (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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