Biomediated recycling of aerated concrete waste into thermally-insulating living building materials

Key Points

• Recycling aerated concrete waste yields thermally-insulating building materials, enhancing energy efficiency.
• Successful valorization involves microbial processes that transform waste into sturdy materials suitable for construction.
• Analysis of waste management practices emphasizes sustainable options for reducing construction industry's carbon footprint.
• Current findings support initiatives to create eco-friendly buildings using recycled materials in the construction sector.