Transforming Wastepaper into Value: A Study on Papercrete Applications

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This study emphasized the innovative utilization of wastepaper from printing houses by investigating its application as a component in cement-based materials through the concept of Upcycling and Circular Design. The goal is to develop a sustainable material by integrating the wastepaper into a cement-based matrix to create novel products. This specific type of concrete, known as Papercrete, derives its strength from the reinforcing properties of paper fibers within a binding agent, typically cement. Creating new products from waste aligns with circular economy principles, reducing overall resource extraction and minimizing environmental impacts.