Recent Publications
Application of Recycled Materials in Construction and Selected Engineering Fields
The growing need for construction and engineering materials stemming from swift urban growth and industrial progress has led to the overuse of natural resources and heightened environmental worries. The incorporation of recycled materials has garnered considerable interest as a sustainable approach in numerous engineering fields. This research examines the use of recycled materials in fields …
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Reducing Environmental Pollution through Sustainable High-Percentage Construction and Demolition Waste Utilization in Interlocking Paving Blocks A Tropical Climate Case Study
Sri Lanka generates approximately 1.2 million tons of C&D waste annually. The conventional paving block production consumes 100 kg of virgin aggregates per square meter. This study evaluates the technical and environmental feasibility of incorporating high proportions (50–75%) of C&D waste crushed concrete demolition waste as fine aggregate and ceramic tile waste as coarse aggregate …
Evaluating the Environmental impacts of Construction Waste in Urban Area Projects in Sri Lanka
Rapid urbanization in Sri Lanka has led to more construction and a rise in construction waste, causing problems like soil contamination, drainage issues, air pollution, carbon emissions, and illegal dumping. Although the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) has set national guidelines, waste management practices are still inconsistent at urban construction sites. This study looks at the …
Green Synthesis of High-Aspect-Ratio Nanofibers from Pineapple Leaf (Ananas comosus) Waste: A Sustainable Alternative to Synthetic Mineral Fibers.
This review explores the transformative potential of Pineapple Leaf Fibers (PALF) as a sustainable, nontoxic alternative to hazardous synthetic mineral fibers like asbestos through the lens of green nanotechnology. As the global industry seeks to mitigate the carcinogenic risks of traditional fibers and manage the millions of tons of agricultural waste generated annually, PALF emerges …
A Review of Usage, Challenges, and Sustainable Innovations of Plastic Packaging in Sri Lanka
This study evaluates the issues in plastic packaging in Sri Lanka through its usage and environmental and health challenges. The target of this paper is integrating the knowledge about single-use plastics, evaluating the current waste management practices, and finding sustainable packaging. This review proposes actionable strategies for transitioning towards a sustainable circular economy and packaging …