Discussion of “Earth concrete. Stabilization revisited”

Alastair T.M. Marsh; Andrew Heath; Pete Walker; B. V.Venkatarama Reddy; Guillaume Habert

doi:10.1016/j.cemconres.2020.105991

Discussion of “Earth concrete. Stabilization revisited”

Alastair T.M. Marsh, Andrew Heath, Pete Walker, B. V.Venkatarama Reddy, Guillaume Habert

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Abstract

Using metrics is an informative approach to compare the effectiveness of cement use in material systems, but does not necessarily consider all factors needed to determine which system is most sustainable. To make a fair comparison, it is necessary to consider the functions cement performs in each system. In this discussion, suggestions are given for how to assess the use of cement as a binding agent in stabilised earth construction. Consideration of structural requirements and durability, life cycle analysis and moisture buffering shows that the effectiveness of cement use depends on more than just embodied carbon and dry compressive strength.

Original language	English
Article number	105991
Journal	Cement and Concrete Research
Volume	130
Early online date	4 Feb 2020
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cemconres.2020.105991
Publication status	Published - 30 Apr 2020

Keywords

Cement stabilisation
Earth construction
Life cycle analysis

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Building and Construction
General Materials Science

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