ECO2 Block
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ECO2 Block is an innovative low-carbon concrete block made from recycled concrete aggregates and calcium carbide residue, abundant waste materials in the UAE. Utilising accelerated carbonation curing, these blocks permanently sequester CO2, reducing carbon footprints by 40% and storing 500 grams of CO2 per block. The process saves 83% in natural resources and cuts production costs by 20%. ECO2 Block offers an easy integration into existing production workflows, promoting sustainability without disrupting current operations.
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Jad Bawab
United Arab Emirates University
Jad Bawab is a PhD candidate in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at the United Arab Emirates University, UAE. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Master's in Structural Engineering from Beirut Arab University, Lebanon. His primary research focus is on reducing carbon emissions in the concrete industry, with particular interest in accelerated carbonation curing and supplementary cementitious materials. In addition to his academic work, he is a tutor at the University College’s tutorial center, providing support to undergraduate students across a range of subjects.
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