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A4 Spotlight: Converting to Sustainable Energy

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However, some other countries have managed to almost completely convert their energy systems from ones like those found in the Unites States to nearly 100% sustainable systems in less than two decades. The conversion of Uruguay’s energy production to a more sustainable program has had a number of positive benefits.

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Shenzhen Zhuxi Building by Aedas

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A response to the Shenzhen urban design approach that promotes green and sustainable initiatives with abundant recreational amenities. The design is a low-carbon live-work environment that integrates art and nature, which is slated to be a new urban landmark for the city.’ Kelvin says.

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Competitions: SUSTAINABILITY IN ARCHITECTURE - ESSAY COMPETITION

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Registration Deadline: Dec 31, 2022; Submission Deadline Jan 5, 2023 Introduction Archiol Artuminate has organized this second edition of the sustainable architecture essay competition to spread awareness of the sustainable measures that the construction and building industry needs to adopt to mitigate the harmful impact on the environment. “If

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"There are a lot of dangerous myths" about sustainability says Norman Foster

Deezen

British architect Norman Foster explains his studio 's approach towards sustainability and his views on concrete, timber, aviation and Architects Declare in this exclusive interview. Foster said the studio, which is the UK's largest, aims to create buildings that are both sustainable and improve people's lives.

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C.F. Møller Architects win competition for 120 sustainable apartments

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Snickarglädjen is to be certified according to The Nordic Swan Ecolabel and the ambition is that the block will also encourage a sustainable lifestyle among the residents through its design. “ Snickarglädjen will be an inclusive residential neighbourhood with integrated design solutions for a sustainable lifestyle. Image © C.F.

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The Forestias Bangkok sustainable quarter

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Image: Rungkit Charoenwat The key vision for the landscape design has been to create a beautiful forest setting that embraces the philosophy of creating an exemplar 21st century development – one that is based on sustainable and intergenerational living, where people and nature live in harmony.

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MVRDV designs R&D headquarters in Shanghai for agriculture technology company Lankuaikei

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MVRDV is revealing their design for the Lankuaikei Agriculture Development (LAD) Headquarters in Shanghai, an 11-storey terraced office building that brings together both high- and low-tech sustainability strategies under a swooping technological roof to create a showcase for the agriculture technology company.