Anywhere you go, you’ll likely see concrete as part of buildings, homes and other structures. That’s because it’s the most commonly used building material. With that said, it comes at a cost. The Problems With Concrete Although concrete has been the most popular building tool for decades, it takes a toll on the environment in a few different ways. 1. Carbon Dioxide Cement is the biggest ingredient in making concrete, but it involves a certain percentage of greenhouse gas emissions. It adds up to contribute about 8% of the world’s total carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The process emits CO2 in two different ways. First, it requires heating a kiln to high temperatures, which uses energy. Second, in the process of mixing cement into concrete, another transformation takes place — calcination. This is when limestone gets heated, turning it into quicklime. 2. Increase in Production The world’s population is growing. This means more buildings. Cement pr...
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