Evaluating the Impact of Climate Change on the Durability of Concrete Structures

1. Introduction 1.1 Background 1.2 Objectives of the Study 1.3 Structure of the Paper 2. Climate Change and Its Effects 2.1 Global Climate Trends 2.2 Regional Climate Variations 2.3 Projected Future Changes 3. Concrete Structures Durability 3.1 Definition and Importance 3.2 Key Factors Affecting Durability 3.3 Common Durability Issues 4. Impact of Climate Change on Concrete 4.1 Temperature Effects 4.2 Precipitation and Moisture 4.3 Sea Level Rise 5. Case Studies Analysis 5.1 Study of Urban Infrastructure 5.2 Coastal Structures Evaluation 5.3 Comparative Analysis by Region 6. Methodologies for Assessment 6.1 Experimental Approaches 6.2 Modeling and Simulation 6.3 Long-term Monitoring Techniques 7. Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies 7.1 Material Innovations 7.2 Design and Construction Practices 7.3 Policy and Regulatory Measures 8. Conclusion and Future Directions 8.1 Summary of Findings 8.2 Limitations of Current Research 8.3 Recommendations for Future Research