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"Our goal at Carbonaide is to create a more sustainable future with cutting-edge tech."

Tech

Startup raises $1.9 million to revolutionize concrete production: 'If everything goes as I dream ...'

Methods from the past could be further examined to fortify buildings sustainably.

Tech

Scientists learn secrets to Roman concrete that's kept structures standing for 2,000 years: 'It sustains itself'

"Time is on our side."

Tech

Researcher accidentally discovers material that's stronger and cheaper than concrete — and its potential is dizzying

Sugarcrete bricks made out of sugarcane

Tech

These light, ultra-powerful bricks are made of sugar — and there's a big reason they may replace concrete in our buildings

It can be added directly to existing concrete, meaning that no additional equipment or training is needed.

Tech

Researchers determine '2D material' could revolutionize the future of construction — here's how

"This paves the way for a future where hard and durable material can be grown like a crop, regenerating waste rather than polluting our environment."

Tech

Industrial designer creates sea life-saving 'Reef Rockets' out of bio-cement: 'It can be grown in any environment'

Besides creating a nuisance and a mess, all that plastic waste contaminates the environment with microplastics.

Business

Passerby captures photos of concerning scene outside construction site: 'Not sure how they are ever going to clean up'

This school is part of a new design movement seeking to make buildings a non-intrusive part of the environment.

Business

School's revolutionary design sparks global interest from architects — here's why

"Caught this one in a concrete ad for a local company."

Home

Homeowner shares photo of inadvisable landscaping mistake promoted by local company: 'This has definitely caused damage'

"That's the wish of local actors."

Business

Paris officials push forward with decision for 2024 Olympics despite opposition: 'The project continues'

"I think it's likely in the future that a lot of the materials around us that are now inert will have a living component that performs some function."

Tech

Researcher uncovers new method to strengthen building materials using 'living cells': 'Almost unheard of in engineered devices'

The fabric can also stunt vegetation growth, especially if you try to grow on top of it.

Home

Horticulturist shares underreported hazards of commonly used landscaping material: 'When it degrades, it can be challenging to remove'