Geopolymer Products from Jordan for Restoration and Conservation of the Environment

Geopolymerization is the process of polymerizing minerals with high silica and alumina at low temperature by the use of alkali solutions. Geopolymers could be a substitute for Portland cement and for advanced composite and ceramic applications. The geopolymer technology would eliminate the need for energy requirement as they may be cured at ambient temperature. Current research at the University of Jordan concentrates on developing building products (geopolymers) through geopolymerization. The goal is to produce low cost construction materials for green housing. The produced construction materials are characterized by high strength, high heat resistance, low production cost, low energy consumption, and low CO2 emissions.