Pioneering Solar-Powered Cement Production
Two construction companies, Synhelion and Cemex, have embarked on a groundbreaking collaboration to revolutionize cement production by harnessing the sun's power, one of the most energy-intensive processes in the industrial world. As global carbon emissions continue to be a pressing concern, the significance of such an initiative cannot...
The Rise of Mycocrete – Revolutionizing Construction
In the quest for sustainable and eco-friendly construction, scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery: a building material derived from the root network of fungi known as mycelium. This material, dubbed "mycocrete," is environmentally friendly and exhibits impressive strength and versatility, potentially revolutionizing the construction industry. Mycelium: The Building...
Fungus Revolutionizes Fireproofing: A Sustainable Solution for Building Cladding
In a groundbreaking development, researchers have discovered a sustainable method to fireproof buildings using fungi. The team at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, has developed mycelium panels, a network of fungal strands that can thrive on organic waste and in darkness. The mycelium sheets are created by chemically...