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The global demand for energy in the buildingBuilding sector has significantly increased, primarily due to the widespread use of air conditioning to maintain comfortable temperatures. This growing demand underscores the urgent need to adopt sustainable practices, with a particular focus on developing net-zero or green buildings to promote environmental responsibility. In this chapter, we explore the suitability of three soil types sourced from the Anoual region (32° 40′ 41″ N, 3° 05′ 42″ W) of MoroccoMorocco for building bricks. We comprehensively analyze each soil type’s compositions and microstructural features, employing granulometric analysis, scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and X-ray fluorescence to uncover their complete physicochemical properties. Additionally, we conduct detailed investigations of the thermal properties of the studied soil samples. Using the Hot Disk method, we determine parameters such as thermal conductivity, diffusivity, and specific heat capacity, providing insights into the thermal behavior of these soils under various conditions. Finally, to assess the thermal performance of these soils in practical applications, we conducted a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis using ANSYS software to demonstrate their impact on improving energy efficiency in buildings.

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Evaluating Moroccan Soils for Sustainable Building Applications: An Experimental and Computational Analyses

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    2025年

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  • Boutahar Laaouar,
  • Othmane Horma,
  • Aboubakr El Hammouti,
  • Sara El Hassani,
  • Mohammed Amine Moussaoui,
  • Ahmed Mezrhab

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The global demand for energy in the buildingBuilding sector has significantly increased, primarily due to the widespread use of air conditioning to maintain comfortable temperatures. This growing demand underscores the urgent need to adopt sustainable practices, with a particular focus on developing net-zero or green buildings to promote environmental responsibility. In this chapter, we explore the suitability of three soil types sourced from the Anoual region (32° 40′ 41″ N, 3° 05′ 42″ W) of MoroccoMorocco for building bricks. We comprehensively analyze each soil type’s compositions and microstructural features, employing granulometric analysis, scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and X-ray fluorescence to uncover their complete physicochemical properties. Additionally, we conduct detailed investigations of the thermal properties of the studied soil samples. Using the Hot Disk method, we determine parameters such as thermal conductivity, diffusivity, and specific heat capacity, providing insights into the thermal behavior of these soils under various conditions. Finally, to assess the thermal performance of these soils in practical applications, we conducted a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis using ANSYS software to demonstrate their impact on improving energy efficiency in buildings.