Title: Achieving Sustainability by Use of Alternative Cements

Author(s): Mary Christiansen

Publication: Web Session

Volume: ws_F18_Christiansen.pdf

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Date: 10/15/2018

Abstract:
Historically, portland cement has been the primary choice, and in most cases the exclusive choice, for use as a binder in concrete for construction. As demands on all aspects of performance have increased, alternatives to portland cement have been developed and are increasingly in use. Alternative cements can often provide engineering performance that exceeds portland cement, while providing an improved environmental footprint. Conversely, for some applications, alternative cements may have attributes that make them unsuitable as a direct replacement for portland cement. This presentation will introduce currently available alternative cement technologies and discuss their sustainability aspects based on engineering performance and environmental footprint.