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Refreshing painting: the new era of passive cooling

The cooling paint not only efficiently cools surfaces but also reduces carbon emissions associated with the use of air conditioning. This eco-friendly technology marks a milestone on the path to sustainability in the design of livable spaces. In addition to...

They develop a formwork that reduces the use of concrete by 60% and steel by 90%, decreasing emissions.

A doctoral student in architecture at ETH Zurich has designed an innovative solution for the **use of concrete** in a more environmentally friendly way. By using less material and (https://noticiasambientales.com/innovacion/la-construccion-incorporo-el-uso-de-canamo-hace-20-anos/), this proposal promises to revolutionize the construction industry. The key...

San Miguel de Tucumán turns solid waste into bricks

With an investment of 15 million dollars, the urban solid waste treatment (RSU) in the Greater San Miguel de Tucumán could take a revolutionary turn. A project presented by the company Moviser SRL proposes the possibility of reducing the 1,200...

Living on the edge of danger: houses built on risky slopes in Bolivia

Surrounded by built and destroyed homes on a hillside in La Paz (Bolivia), at the end of a collapsed avenue turned into an abyss, lives Cristóbal Quispe, a 74-year-old Aymara small merchant who witnessed the collapse of hundreds of...

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...

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Agroecology: a sustainable model for the agriculture of the future

Agroecology, also known as organic agriculture, has established itself as an agricultural system that seeks to produce high-quality food...