Concrete Innovation Archives

November 30, 2023

Graphene’s Role in Concrete Set to Redefine Building Standards with a Single Atom

Graphene, a single-layer carbon atom sheet, has catapulted concrete technology into a new era. The University of Manchester, a hub for graphene innovation, in partnership with Nationwide Engineering, has developed Concretene. This

Prototype walls made with a clay, lime and cement. © 2023 EPFL / Salvatore Aprea

Architecture·Materials·Science

Eco-Concrete Breakthrough: Swiss Experts Leverage Ancient Techniques for Modern Building

In an innovative leap in sustainable construction, a collaboration between EPFL, ETH Zurich, and Archiplein has led to the development of a novel type of non-reinforced concrete made from stone offcuts. This method, steeped in material science and sustainable architecture

December 3, 2023

How Australia’s RMIT University Plans to Turn 75 Million Kilograms of Coffee Waste into Durable Concrete

Architecture·Materials·Science·Sustainability

Specialists from a university in Australia used coffee grounds waste to modify the components used in concrete production, making it stronger and more eco-friendly.