Developing electromagnetic functional materials for green building

Electromagnetic (EM) functional materials, nowadays, are inspiring the infinite vitality and possibilities of anti-EM radiation building. Great progress has been made in the research of advanced EM functional materials for green building. Herein, the latest and most impressive works of cement, concrete, ceramics, and other EM prefabs are highly focused on. The most key information, including current research progress in building EM functional materials, materials preparation methods, and method-structure-function relationships are well summarized and revealed here. Furthermore, the brightest and most cutting-edge building EM functional materials constructed by advanced coating materials are reported as highlights. More importantly, we point out the next challenges faced by green building materials and predict future research directions. We believe that the development of building EM functional materials will provide new possibilities for creating a green and sustainable living environment and accelerate the realization of the new prosperity of human society. © 2021 Elsevier Ltd