The words “quiet”, “clean”, and “green” are usually not associated with construction sites. However, the job site at Olav Vs gate, one of the busiest localities in Norway’s capital city of Oslo, was unique. In a world-first, all on-site machinery—excavators, ...
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This section covers the incorporation of sustainable building elements and processes in construction.
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Construction Rules Hindering the Way to EU Climate Goals
According to the Building Performance Institute of Europe, European endeavors to tackle the threat of global warming by constructing greener and more efficient buildings are faltering. There is a “misalignment with EU climate targets” because countries interpret new energy-efficiency regulations ...
Free Tool to Calculate Embodied Carbon in Construction
The Embodied Carbon in Construction Calculator (EC3) is a free, open-access tool that assists architects, engineers, and contractors in determining the embodied carbon in building materials, allowing them to make informed decisions about materials having the least impact on the ...
Blue-Green Infrastructure: An Eco-friendly Route to Development
Climate change is a prevalent problem across the globe. Yet, we subconsciously associate this issue restricted to affecting only the polar bears, snow leopards, and turtles living in the North Pole. However, this is a misconceived notion. The reality is that ...
Smart-Tinting Glass for Greener Cities
Smart-tinting glasses are elements designed to respond to the dynamically changing light conditions. They are one of the most advanced façade components, which can provide a more sustainable and energy-efficient future. Smart-tinting glasses are a vital element in the construction ...
How can Embodied Carbon be Used to Reduce Global Warming?
The use of carbon dioxide directly i.e. without chemical modification, or after chemical conversion processes for the production of building construction materials is a key strategy to mitigate climate change and use resources efficiently. Researchers have been relentlessly conducting investigations ...
Delhi Noida International Airport set to be India’s Greenest Airport
India is all set to begin the construction of its greenest airport on the outskirts of Greater Noida in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The Delhi Noida International Airport (DNIA) terminal will aim to achieve a LEED Gold standard certification ...
Polyrok: A Sustainable Recycled Plastic Aggregate Alternative for Mineral Aggregate
The researchers from the RMIT University of Australia have found a way to develop a sustainable concrete aggregate made from lightweight recycled plastic. This breakthrough was achieved in partnership with Victorian recycling organizations Replas, RED Group, and SR Engineering. The ...