Net-zero housing will require changes to the concrete industry, not just in manufacturing standards but also changes in purchasing habits
The concrete industry is one of many looking at new manufacturing methods to reduce its carbon footprint – and net-zero...
From a house made of timber to a flatpack architecture office. A new book by London-based writer Harriet Thorpe and photographer Taran Wilkhu is exploring the very best in sustainable architecture by offering a deep dive into some of the...
How to move toward more sustainable construction? How to make future buildings energy-efficient and environmentally friendly? We selected 5 construction methods for more sustainable infrastructure. How can the construction industry achieve sustainable development goals, address climate action and decarbonize infrastructure?...
Demand for cement – the key ingredient in concrete – is soaring on the wings of a global infrastructure and building boom driven by the expansion of both developing and developed economies. Many of these projects are much needed...
Mud — the malleable material — has many benefits. You can even build homes using it. It offers better insulation than steel and concrete structures, says experts, while being eco-friendly KOCHI: Choosing eco-friendly options has become the new fad, especially...
Of all the challenges facing the commercial real estate industry today, there are a few big ones looming over the rest. While the topic of climate change and sustainability has been making headlines for decades, it’s finally rising to...
By Louise Muth The impacts of the climate crisis are rapidly intensifying, as evidenced by this summer’s deadly heatwaves. Beyond slowing the pace of global warming, we must also protect our communities and adapt to living in a changing climate....
The worldwide green building materials market should nearly double over the next five years, reaching $523.7 billion by 2027, according to recent analysis by Future Market Insights, Inc. The climb would represent 11.06% annual growth from 2021’s $280.5 billion—a...
Urban green spaces are considered one of the most appropriate and accessible ways to mitigate the effects of rising temperatures in urban environments. As the global climate warms, cities worldwide face more frequent and extreme heat waves, putting their...
Net-zero commitments have surged recently as cities, investors, businesses and educational institutions signal their intent to help create a more sustainable future. This shared ambition, boosted by the UN’s Race to Zero campaign, indicates that we are moving in the...
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