Sugarcane Bagasse as Aggregate in Composites for Building Blocks

Each year, hundreds of millions tons processed sugarcane generate, by weight, 25 to 30% bagasse as waste, whose destination is combustion for energy cogeneration. This research proposes an alternative and more sustainable use this waste. The (SCB) the single aggregate in composites building blocks was studied. raw used without any treatment. As binder, aerial lime and/or soil were used. Both provided enough mechanical strength non-load-bearing walls. composite SCB with achieved best performance terms resistance: 2.6 MPa compressive 2.1 bending strength, while 1.76 1.7 MPa, respectively. higher number fibers SCB/lime mixture provides better thermal insulation than clay brick or conventional concrete, such “hempcrete”. obtained greater water resistance less loss when saturated. However, absorption coefficient makes it necessary apply a waterproof mortar on surfaces exposed weather. replacement supplied can offer economical solution that improves quality built environment ecofriendly.