Nuwahereza, Doreen2025-01-152025-01-152024Nuwahereza, Doreen (2024). Utilization of Banana Peel Flour as a Partial Replacement for Cement in Concrete Production. Kabale: Kabale University.http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12493/2790This study investigated the impact of partially replacing cement with Banana Peel Flour on the compressive strength and physical properties of concrete. The primary objective is to explore sustainable alternatives to cement in concrete production by using locally available Banana Peel Flour while ensuring that the performance of the modified concrete remains within acceptable standards. Banana Peel Flour was introduced at varying percentages (0%, 5%, 10%, and 15%) by weight as a replacement for cement in the mix. Tests were conducted to assess the slump, wet density, bleeding, and compressive strength of concrete specimens at 7, 14, and 28 days of curing. The results indicate a decrease in workability and compressive strength with increasing Banana Peel Flour content, though up to 5% replacement showed acceptable performance for non-structural applications. The study concludes that a 5% Banana Peel Flour replacement is a viable and sustainable option for reducing cement usage without significantly compromising concrete strength. This research provides valuable insights into sustainable construction practices and proposes guidelines for the partial substitution of cement with Banana Peel Flour. Recommendations are made for further studies to investigate the long-term durability of Banana Peel flour-modified concrete.enAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United Stateshttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/us/UtilizationBanana Peel FlourPartial ReplacementCementConcrete ProductionThesis