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  • How Sustainable Are Polyurethane Foams?
    Article - 23 May 2023
    Polyurethane (PU) foams are commonly used in construction for a number of purposes, but with the drive to net zero, the sustainability of these materials is under increasing scrutiny. Improving their...
  • What is Biochar Cladding?
    Article - 30 Aug 2022
    The primary application of biochar, a highly porous substance made from plant debris, is to improve soil. However, more recent breakthroughs have paved the way for its use as cladding material.
  • Considering Prefabricated Construction
    Article - 21 Jan 2022
    Prefabricated construction has become increasingly popular in recent years. This article will consider this construction method, what advantages and disadvantages it has over other ways to build...
  • How Will Materials Shortages Affect UK Construction and Planning?
    Article - 4 Oct 2021
    According to reports, the entire UK construction industry is having to navigate shortages of steel, timber, paints, adhesives, and other essential building materials, from architects at the planning...
  • The Future of 3D Printed Infrastructure
    Article - 30 Mar 2018
    3D printing, and technologies like it, have profound economical and sustainable advantages for the construction industry. Arup has taken the first step towards an exciting and automated future.
  • What is the Future Homes Standard and What Does it Mean for New Builds?
    Article - 11 Jan 2024
    The push towards net zero is central to the aims of several governments worldwide. Multiple sectors must be rapidly decarbonized, with new energy-efficient and low-carbon technologies key to this...
  • Plastic Bricks: Tackling Plastic Waste and Housing Shortages in Africa
    Article - 2 Nov 2021
    This article considers the use of plastic brick manufacture in order to aid in tackling two crises facing many African regions: housing shortages and waste management.
  • Building Materials for a Cleaner Home
    Article - 25 Aug 2016
    There is an increased awareness of the effect building materials have on the indoor environment. Therefore, the demand for green buildings is growing exponentially.
  • A Guide to Brick Recycling
    Article - 2 Jan 2013
    Bricks are one of the oldest types of building materials and are inexpensive to manufacture, very durable, and require minimal maintenance.
  • Thin-Joint System and EcoHomes Assessments
    Article - 16 Oct 2006
    This article discusses thin joint systems and ecohomes assessments.
Reducing Embodied Carbon Through Design

Reducing Embodied Carbon Through Design

With an increase in the pressure to decarbonize the built environment and build more carbon-neutral buildings, the reduction of embodied carbon has become of great importance.

Calcium Carbonate Concrete: Building on Recycling

Calcium Carbonate Concrete: Building on Recycling

AZoBuild talks to Professors Noguchi and Maruyama about their research and development of Calcium Carbonate Concrete (CCC), a new material that has the potential to cause a sustainable revolution in the construction industry.

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