GREEN CONCRETE: STRENGTH WITH SUSTAINABILITY

Abstract

The construction industry consumes large volumes of natural resources and generates significant environmental impacts, especially due to cement production and the extraction of sand and gravel. At the same time, the Brazilian sugarcane sector produces large amounts of residues, such as bagasse and sugarcane straw. This project investigates the possibility of reusing this agricultural residue as a partial replacement for concrete aggregates in the manufacture of eco-friendly bricks. The goal is to evaluate whether the plant fibers can improve properties such as lightness, thermal insulation, and sustainable performance while maintaining mechanical and environmental viability.