construction

The construction incorporated the use of hemp 20 years ago.

Since the human race has inhabited planet earth, the sustainable use of the resources provided by nature, the use of hemp, has been a fundamental part of our evolution and well-being, improving our quality of life over time. However, over...

Sustainable architecture: house made with 600,000 plastic bottles

In a world increasingly affected by climate change and pollution, sustainable solutions become essential, including in architecture. In Meteghan River, Canada, JD Composites has taken a bold step towards the future with a house built from 600,000 recycled plastic bottles. This...

New eco-friendly highway in Machu Picchu to preserve the natural environment

The ecological road project to Machu Picchu includes measures to mitigate environmental impact, such as drainage systems that prevent soil erosion and an innovative design that respects the conservation areas nearby. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC),...

Science reveals a practical and astonishing use for used coffee grounds

A potential use of coffee may not only be in starting the day, but also in its leftovers. These can play a revolutionary role in the construction industry. A recent study published in the Journal of Cleaner Production has shown...

The trend of depaving: how some cities are renaturalizing their spaces

The high temperatures recorded in many places during summer are often increased by the asphalt in cities and other human activities. This is known as the heat island effect, something that authorities aim to reduce in the coming years...

Puerto Madryn promotes construction with natural materials

The city of Puerto Madryn now has a new ordinance that promotes and regulates the construction using natural materials and principles of bioconstruction. After three years of joint work between institutions, entities, professionals, and the local Deliberative Council, the...

They create a new biodegradable pine resin glass.

Pine Glass is an ecological alternative to traditional glass, made from pine resin extracted ethically and sustainably. This material not only captures carbon dioxide during its production but also uses 80% less energy compared to conventional glass. Its lightweight nature,...

Complaints filed over expansion of real estate project in protected natural area

An organization from Tandil denounced that there is an attempt to expand a huge real estate project in a protected natural area. This denouncement comes from the Assembly for the Preservation of the Sierras, which claims that a private project...

Zac Efron plans to build a hemp eco-mansion in Australia.

Zac Efron, the Hollywood star, plans to build "the most sustainable house in the world" in northern New South Wales. The American actor, who rose to fame for his role in High School Musical, has submitted a development application...

Building sustainability: recycled plastic bricks

Nestled in Tigre, Argentina, a family with over 15 years of experience in plastic recovery and recycling has developed Easybrick, an innovative construction solution based on recycled plastic bricks. This system addresses the environmental issue of plastic waste, solves the...

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The world’s darkest skies threatened by an industrial project in Atacama

The European Southern Observatory (ESO) has warned that an "industrial megaproject" threatens the skies over the Paranal Observatory in...