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Turning Corn Waste Into an Innovative Bio-Based Material

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Cortesia de CornWall® The practice of upcycling –present in a variety of industries from fashion to construction– not only revitalizes discarded items, adding new values and functions, but also contributes to turning them into valuable resources. CornWall® , developed by StoneCycling , is a pioneering innovation in this regard.

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Stella McCartney presents Sustainable Market of material innovations at COP28

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A grape-based leather alternative and sequins made from tree cellulose are among 15 material innovations on show as part of fashion house Stella McCartney 's exhibition at the COP28 climate conference. The fashion industry accounts for eight per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions," McCartney said. "The

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Four industrial-style interiors by Beinfield Architecture: Your Next Employer?

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“We are dedicated to solving architectural problems innovatively with environmentally sustainable solutions that are simple and direct, expressive of structure and program, and supportive of the varied patterns of human life,” the firm says about its ethos.

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Thirty innovative projects named on Dezeen Awards 2023 sustainability shortlist

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Dezeen has announced the sustainability shortlist for this year's Dezeen Awards , which includes designs by Snøhetta , Diana Kellogg Architects, Blond and Foster + Partners. All six winners will then go on to compete for the title of sustainability project of the year. This category is sponsored by Brookfield Properties. by Nina+Co.

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Restore to Impact: Projects Selected for the Regeneration Contest of an Industrial Site in Parma

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The Portico of Innovation / Yifan and Jingwen, Delft, Netherlands / Team composed of the duo Dong Yifan and Jingwen Gan. Image © Yifan and Jingwen Which are the criteria for the regeneration of a former industrial site? In this context, it has defined its guiding principles to evaluate the concepts submitted by April 30th.

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From Agro-Waste to Sustainable Structures: Concrete Made from Sugarcane

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This waste has a promising potential to replace energy-intensive building systems, such as concrete and brick, by providing building materials that combine sustainability and structural efficiency. Read more »

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“Achieving Sustainable Construction Is First Using the Right Material for the Right Job”: In Conversation With Seratech

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This innovative process uses silica, a waste product from flue gases, as a carbon-negative cement replacement in concrete. ArchDaily had the chance to interview Sam Draper, CEO of Seratech, about the company's role in building a sustainable construction industry and their plans for scaling their innovative process.