The book focuses on low carbon construction materials such as stabilised
compressed earth blocks (CEB's) and rammed earth (RE). The content has
been divided into four broad themes which includes an introduction to
earth construction & stabilised earth, stabilised compressed earth
blocks and masonry, stabilised rammed earth, and energy, carbon
emissions, sustainability and case studies. It provides basic
introduction to earthen materials and earthen structures, particularly
with reference to the contemporary work on stabilised earth products for
structural applications in buildings. The illustrations in the form of
graphs, tables and photographs help the reader to get a grip over the
CEB and RE construction. The book illustrates many case studies and
examples of CEB and RE buildings. The knowledge on structural
characteristics of CEB and RE especially with reference to the
durability of such earthen products, and the structural design aspects
is uniquely dealt. The embodied energy, embodied carbon, and the impact
on construction sector touching upon sustainability of buildings is
another unique feature of the book. This volume will be a useful guide
for the research community, teachers, engineers, architects, building
professionals, practicing engineers, students and individuals aspiring
to build low carbon and sustainable buildings.