Research Details

Innovative Construction: The Synergy of Waste Materials and Bio-Based Binders for Sustainable Building Solutions

ROSELLE Y. MAMUAD, IAN V. ROMAS, ODETTE R. ALEGATO, MA. CARMINA M. LORENZO, EMIE SALAMANGKIT-MIRASOL

Category

Project

Status

On-going

Duration

Jan 5, 2026 -
Jan 4, 2028

Component Studies

  1. • Design and Fabrication of Low-Cost Building Material Production Equipment for Waste Based Composites
  2. • Mechanical and Thermal Performance of Bio-Based Composite Panels Using Agricultural and Industrial Waste
  3. • Utilization of Recycled Plastic and Natural Polymers in the Fabrication of Lightweight Construction Panels
  4. • Enhancing the Performance of Starch-Based Binders Using Nanoclay for Sustainable Waste-Derived Composite Panels

Brief Description



Expected Output

The project aims to divert waste from landfills, reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with conventional material production, and promote low-cost and environmentally friendly alternatives for both rural and urban infrastructure development. The development of a scalable, low-cost fabrication system further enhances the study’s practical relevance, making sustainable construction technology more accessible, especially in resource-limited communities.