Published in Scientific Papers. Series E. Land Reclamation, Earth Observation & Surveying, Environmental Engineering, Vol. XIV
Written by Aurelia BRADU, Alexandrina-Elena ANDON, Alexandra-Marina BARBU, Claudiu-Sorin DRAGOMIR
The most commonly used material in the construction sector is arguably cement, the production of which generates massive amounts of greenhouse gases, contributing approximately 5-8% of global CO2 emissions. A potential solution in this context is the use of inorganic binders from local sources, a trend that is gaining momentum in research studies within the construction materials industry. Clay-based masonry mortar represents a viable, eco-friendly, and cost-effective solution, with its components being abundantly available worldwide. Clay has demonstrated its effectiveness as a binder over centuries. In its natural, calcined, or modified forms, clay serves as an important alternative to cement, offering sustainable material development at lower costs and with reduced environmental impact. Clay is a sedimentary rock, whose main ingredient is aluminium silicate, characterized by its colloidal appearance and binding properties. The primary feature of clay is its ability to absorb large amounts of water, transforming into a pasty, ductile mass that can be easily shaped into any form.
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