T24. Geomaterials for a Sustainable Development

In recent decades, both governmental entities and private enterprises have underlined the need for a green transition towards a more sustainable and resource-efficient society, because of this the innovations in the design and production of advanced geomaterials have become critical for the development of a new type of industry rooted in the circular economic framework. This session is open to contributions concerning (but not limited to) the current state of the art, characterization, and existing or potential applications of geomaterials such as cementitious materials, zeolites, geopolymers, ceramics, layer minerals, inert aggregates and pozzolans, mining and building wastes, ashes, LDHs, and more. The interdisciplinary nature of this session spans mineralogy, petrography, mining, inorganic chemistry, materials and environmental engineering and circular management. Contributions of researchers at all stages of their academic careers are welcomed, especially young Ph.D. students and postdoctoral researchers, aiming to provide a platform for enhancing visibility within the Italian scientific community.