Analyzing the impact of fiber-reinforced recycled ceramic waste concrete on carbon emissions and mechanical performance: a systematic review

Abstract This study systematically reviews the utilization of fiber-reinforced recycled ceramic waste concrete, focusing on its mechanical performance and environmental benefits. Ceramic waste replaced coarse and fine aggregates and cementitious materials in concrete mixtures. The results demonstrate that replacing 20% of coarse and 50% of fine aggregates with ceramic waste significantly enhances compressive strength, reaching 32.98 MPa and 35.83 MPa, respectively. Moreover, these replacements reduced carbon emissions during concrete production by 6–250 kg CO₂e/t, depending on the application. Introducing reinforcing fibers, such as carbon and Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) fibers, further improved concrete’s crack resistance, frost durability, and toughness under extreme conditions. These findings validate the feasibility of using ceramic waste as a sustainable alternative in construction materials, contributing to performance optimization and carbon reduction. The research offers new insights into eco-friendly concrete development aligned with the sustainable development goals (SDGs).