The role of supplementary cementitious materials in mitigating concrete's carbon emissions through life cycle assessment

Key Points

• Concrete carbon emissions are reduced significantly through the use of supplementary cementitious materials, enhancing sustainability.
• The analysis revealed that integrating these materials can lower overall carbon output by up to 30%, particularly during production phases.
• Life cycle assessment was employed to evaluate environmental impacts across various stages of concrete production and use.
• This highlights the potential for effective carbon reduction strategies in concrete construction to improve environmental outcomes.