Technology
Breakthrough in eco-friendly material for structural elements
The Living Prototypes exhibition at Aedes Architecture Forum in Berlin this past January showcased the latest European research into resource-conscious design and construction using digital 3D fabrication techniques and natural materials to produce strong but lightweight structural elements.
Artificial leaf uses solar power to harvest water from air
Inspired by photosynthesis, chemical engineers from EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) have created a solar-powered artificial leaf capable of harvesting water from the air and offer hydrogen fuel.
Chefs inspire researchers to season biodegradable plastics
In order to reduce the amount of plastic waste, some companies are adopting biodegradable plastics that eventually disintegrate. More often than not, the easier the materials break down, the flimsier they are. How to make stronger biodegradable materials has become…
Archroma turns textile waste into dyes
Archroma is introducing the FiberColors* technology. With this technology, Archroma upcycles textile waste into gorgeous colours. The colours are synthesised from a minimum content of 50% waste-based raw material.
Acetate alternative gets a 2023 revamp
BioAcetate is a product created by Wingram Industrial Company Limited in Hong Kong with factories in Malaysia and China. Wingram's business focuses on providing solutions to solve the increasingly prevalent environmental concerns of our earth. The company is focused on…
World’s first 3D bio-based home becomes a reality
The University of Maine has wowed everyone with the world’s first 100% bio-based house, made entirely with bio-based materials such as wood flour, or fine sawdust, mixed with a binder made from corn.