Zeinab Mahmoud Abdelaziz Ali Ahmed

Ms. Zeinab Mahmoud Abdelaziz Ali Ahmed

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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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25 July 2025 in Sustainability
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MKMayar Khairy
Mayar Khairy
ZAZeinab Mahmoud Abdelaziz Ali Ahmed
Zeinab Mahmoud Abdelaziz Ali Ahmed
AAAhmed Abodonya
Ahmed Abodonya
OEOmar El-Kadi
Omar El-Kadi
Khaled TarabiehKhaled Tarabieh
Khaled Tarabieh
ESEzzeldin Yazeed Sayed-Ahmed
Ezzeldin Yazeed Sayed-Ahmed
The construction industry is a major contributor to global carbon emissions, primarily due to its reliance on cement-based materials. Simultaneously, plastic bottle waste presents a significant environmental challenge. This study aims to address both issues by exploring the integration of plastic bottle waste into cob–earth materials as a sustainable alternative to traditional concrete modules. The research involves testing various mixes with plastic bottles arranged in different patterns to assess their load-bearing capacity and distribution. The cob mix with bottles arranged in a modified pattern demonstrated the highest load resistance, bearing over 47.1 kN, making it suitable for prototype development. The study also investigates the potential of using cob as an exterior finishing layer, reducing the need for cement. The results show that using local earth materials significantly lowers embodied carbon, offering a more sustainable construction solution. This approach helps mitigate plastic waste and supports climate resilience by promoting low-carbon, locally sourced materials, aligning with Egypt’s national sustainability commitments.