November 8, 2025Journal of Sustainable InfrastructureOpen Access

Sustainable Concrete Solutions: Advancing Low-Carbon Infrastructure with Fly Ash in Nigeria’s Construction Industry

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Fly ash concrete improves durability with a 50% reduction in chloride permeability, enhancing its lifespan for construction projects.
The economic analysis indicates potential cost savings of up to 20%, promoting the financial feasibility of transitioning to fly ash-based concrete solutions.
Mechanical performance assessments reveal that while initial compressive strength decreases, significant gains occur after 90 days for 40% fly ash mixtures.
Life cycle assessment data show a reduction of CO₂ emissions by up to 51%, highlighting the environmental benefits of using fly ash in construction.

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HUHyginus UnegbuAhmadu Bello University DYDanjuma Saleh YawasAhmadu Bello University

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Innovative analysis shows enhanced durability and reduced CO₂ emissions in fly ash concrete for Nigeria's construction industry, suggesting a viable alternative to OPC.

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Unegbu et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/690e8b75a5b062d7a4e7384e https://doi.org/10.61078/jsi.v4i2.43

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Innovative analysis shows enhanced durability and reduced CO₂ emissions in fly ash concrete for Nigeria's construction industry, suggesting a viable alternative to OPC.

Sustainable Concrete Solutions: Advancing Low-Carbon Infrastructure with Fly Ash in Nigeria’s Construction Industry

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Sustainable Concrete Solutions: Advancing Low-Carbon Infrastructure with Fly Ash in Nigeria’s Construction Industry

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