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Sudipta Adhikary,
Paramita Bhattacharyya,
- Associate Professor, Department of Law, Brainware University, West Bengal, India
- Associate Professor, Department of Law, Brainware University, West Bengal, India
Abstract
There is a need for sustainable cementitious composites in the construction industry which can help in reducing carbon emission and also increase the durability of the constructed infrastructure. The utilization of fly ash can not only benefit the environment, but also by adding polymer modifiers, a high-performance and low-carbon composite material polymer modified fly ash concrete (PMFAC) can be produced. The study examines the engineering potential and sustainability of PMFAC by comparing its durability, resource efficiency, carbon reduction and life cycle performance. The use of fly ash helps in reducing the use of Portland cement and also helps in vaporising the industrial wastes whereas the polymer modification enhances the microstructural integrity, interfacial bonding, crack resistance and impermeability. This means that PMFAC has increased durability, longevity and reduced carbon emissions associated with its embodied concrete. The results indicate the synergistic effect of polymer–fly ash interaction on the enhancement of both structural performance and its environmental sustainability. PMFAC is thus a potential cementitious composite which can contribute towards the creation of resilient, resource efficient and low carbon infrastructure The results show the synergistic effect of polymer–fly ash on improving the structural performance and its environmental sustainability. Furthermore, PMFAC shows great promise for sustainable construction with a view to increasing the life cycle efficiency and the ability to withstand various service conditions. Fly ash and polymer modifiers work together to lower maintenance requirements, maximize material usage and to produce excellent long-term performance. These attributes are consistent with the goals of sustainability that are central to global efforts, including waste valorization, the protection of natural resources, and the shift to more environmentally-friendly and climate-resilient infrastructure systems. PMFAC is thus a potential cementitious composite which can contribute towards the creation of resilient, resource efficient and low carbon infrastructure.
Keywords: Polymer-modified fly ash concrete, Cementitious composites, Durability, Sustainability, Low-carbon infrastructure.
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Journal of Polymer & Composites
| Volume | 14 | |
| 06 | ||
| Received | 20/06/2026 | |
| Accepted | 02/07/2026 | |
| Published | 27/07/2026 | |
| Publication Time | 37 Days |