📑 Construction
These Lego-like beams could revolutionize construction
Made from plastic, they weigh up to 80% less than concrete or metallic beams, meaning that no heavy cranes or lorries are needed to carry and install them...
This company’s solar roof has the potential to power mass adoption of clean energy
Their roof system directly integrates solar technology into traditional roofing processes and materials...
This company makes prefab facades that make old buildings energy efficient
To make for an even sweeter deal, these panels could be installed in as little as 20 minutes.
This company managed to erects a 10-storey apartment building in 29 hours
Technically, the building was just assembled on a site, as all the components were built in a local factory and transported by truck.
Researchers create the whitest paint that is also the coolest
Coating buildings with this paint may one day cool them off enough to reduce the need for air conditioning.
This company makes carbon-neutral 3D printed homes
Homes are designed with sustainability in mind, from a 3D printing construction process that eliminates 95% of construction waste, to the zero net energy finished product.
Subsurface real estate project aims to rejuvenate polluted areas
Building underground not only brings huge energy savings but also allows developers to avoid an expensive clean-up of contaminated industrial areas.
Brick-laying robots can build affordable houses
The system needs only two workers to control it, load bricks and mortar into its feeds, and also to complete damp-proofing and the pointing that finishes the mortar joints.
This treetop walk lets people experience nature on a whole new level
The panoramic treetop trail is also meant to attract new tourists looking to experience a walk among the treetops.
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