Living Green - Episode 149 - Eco-Friendly Cement

The demand for construction materials is expected to double, leading to increased CO2 emissions. An Australian company has developed an eco-friendly cement that can reduce emissions by 80%. This cement is made from ash waste and a byproduct of iron and steel, combined with a chemical activator. Local councils are already using this new product, and there is hope for wider adoption to increase its popularity.

What is the expected trend for construction materials as developing nations expand?

• They will triple.

• They will decrease significantly.

• They will remain the same.

• They will double.

What is the environmental impact of producing one ton of concrete?

• It releases no CO2.

• It releases an equal amount of CO2.

• It absorbs CO2.

• It releases twice the amount of CO2.

What is the main benefit of the eco-friendly cement developed by the Australian company?

• It reduces CO2 emissions by 80%.

• It is cheaper to produce.

• It uses less water.

• It is stronger than traditional cement.

What materials are used in the production of the eco-friendly cement?

• Plastic and glass

• Ash waste and a byproduct from iron and steel

• Wood and clay

• Sand and gravel

Who is currently using the new eco-friendly cement?

• Local councils

• Private homeowners

• Environmental NGOs

• International corporations