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Reporters: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chatree Homkhiew, Assist. Prof. Dr. Thanwit Naemsai, Assist.Prof.Dr. Thanakorn Damsud , Assist.Prof.Dr.Kosin Teeparuksapun

Evidence Date: 4-6 September 2023

Related SDGs:

Related Indicators: 9.4.1

Details: Supporting details and pictures

Asst. Prof. Dr. Tawich Klathae, lecturer in the Civil Engineering Program, Engineering Department, College of Industrial Technology and Management, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya, participated in the competition and exhibited his work on the topic “Shellcrete: Sustainable concrete utilizing seashells for seaside communities” at the World Invent Singapore 22+23 (WoSG) in the Republic of Singapore. Between September 4-6, 2023, in the Republic of Singapore. Received the Silver Award from the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT). Asst. Prof. Dr. Tawich’s “Shellcrete” project introduces an eco-friendly alternative to conventional concrete by repurposing seashells, a local waste material, into sustainable building materials. This approach reduces the demand for natural aggregates, minimizes waste in seaside communities, and contributes to the global push for greener construction practices.

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Figure 1 Sustainable concrete utilizing seashells for seaside communities

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