EVALUATION OF BACTERIAL CONCRETE FOR CO2 ARRESTATION USING WATER HYACINTH ASH AS SUSTAINABLE ADDITIVE
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https://doi.org/10.55766/sujst8739Keywords:
CO2emissions, Concrete paver, Mechanical properties, Microbial culture, Self-healing properties, Water hyacinth ash (WHA)Abstract
India is the world's second-largest cement producer, is poised to benefit significantly from growth in construction and infrastructure. However, the cement industry contributes 8% of global carbon dioxide emissions, releasing nearly one tonne of greenhouse gases per tonne of cement. Nowadays, the government is taking a number of steps to reduce pollution emissions in an effort to lessen the negative environmental effects of the concrete sector. Promoting the manufacturing of "green concrete" is one of the most practical and scalable ways to lower CO₂ emissions in the cement sector. This study examines the use of water hyacinth ash (WHA) as a partial replacement for cement in concrete. The goal is to reduce greenhouse gases from cement production. The study replaces cement with WHA at levels of 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, and 50% in the production of concrete pavers. Additionally, it investigates the integration of microbial cultures into the concrete mixture that self-heals cracks through calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) precipitation. This dual function of carbon capture and crack repair represents an innovative approach to sustainable building materials. Test results indicate that WHA is a stable and effective material that enhances concrete's mechanical properties, making it viable for construction. Using WHA as a substitute could significantly reduce the nation’s cement demand and lower the industry's carbon footprint.
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