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  1. 💡 When installing composite decking joists, precision is key!

    Here are some essential tips to ensure a sturdy foundation for your deck: • Use a level to make sure your joists are perfectly aligned.

    • Opt for corrosion-resistant fasteners to enhance longevity.

    • Allow for proper drainage to prevent moisture build-up.

    ukpavingtalkgroup.com/go/nkvs

    #CompositeDecking #DeckingTips #HomeImprovement #DIYProjects #OutdoorLiving #Landscaping #SustainableBuilding

  2. Making And Using #Lime #Mortars

    An article originally written for "Rural Wales" the magasine of CPRW

    "The operation of modern #cement and lime mortar is quite different. Cements set by a non-reversible chemical action to form a solid, non yielding mass. #LimeMortars set by the absorption of #CarbonDioxide over a much longer period of time. An understanding of the chemical action of lime is therefore helpful.

    "Lime is derived from #limestone or Calcium Carbonate (#CaCO3), which has been burnt in a lime kiln at over 800 degrees centigrade to produce #quicklime or #CalciumOxide (#CaO). In this process carbon dioxide and any water is driven off. Quicklime is potentially dangerous having an avid thirst for water. This process creates a lot of heat and produces #SlakedLime or #CalciumHydroxide (Ca(OH)2). Builders merchants stock this material having been reground to a fine powder and called #HydratedLime.

    "The slaking process releases enough heat to cause the water to boil or spit. For this reason water must NEVER be added to quicklime. The lime must ALWAYS be added slowly into the water in a metal container. For the inexperienced builder or home craftsman, slaking is therefore not recommended.

    "#HydratedLime can be used as the basis of all lime plasters and mortars. It will slowly absorb free carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and revert to #CalciumCarbonate. A triangle has therefore been completed converting the #calcium back to its original chemical form of limestone. For this reason lime mortars have the potential for #ContinuousRecycling."

    Learn more:
    users.callnetuk.com/~gwynedd21

    #SolarPunkSunday #SustainableBuilding #Recyclable #Reusable #LimePlaster #LimeMortar #AncientTechnology #TraditionalTechnology #SustainableBuildingMaterials #ZeroWaste

  3. Structures That Breathe: India's Move Away from Cooling Machines

    India is building homes that stay cool naturally, reducing the need for air conditioners. This helps save energy and costs.

    #PassiveDesign, #SustainableBuilding, #IndiaHomes, #CoolingSolutions, #ClimateResilient

    newsletter.tf/india-builds-coo

  4. 🌿 Picture this: you’re standing in your backyard, ready to start that landscaping project.

    The right aggregates can make or break your plans!

    Here's where you should consider buying: • Local quarries often provide fresh, high-quality materials.

    • Builders' merchants typically have a wide selection for all your needs.

    ukpavingtalkgroup.com/go/2v3f

    #LandscapingUK #Aggregates #ConstructionTips #HomeImprovement #SustainableBuilding #DIYProjects #LocalSuppliers

  5. Ever thought about how sturdy steps can change your outdoor experience?

    Building your own step treads and risers might be just the DIY project you're looking for!

    With the right tools like a circular saw and some treated timber, you can create a solid foundation for your staircase.

    ukpavingtalkgroup.com/how-to-g

    #StepTreadBuild #DIYStairs #HomeImprovement #WoodworkingTips #OutdoorProjects #SustainableBuilding #RenovationSkills

  6. The last available wall of the house begins to be sealed next week. Will your name be in it?#BuildingInPublic #SustainableBuilding #Crowdfunding

    🔗 patagoniabrick.com

  7. Think recycled plastic is too flimsy for real construction? Think again!

    MIT engineers are flipping the script with 3D-printed beams and trusses made from recycled materials. These innovations create lighter, modular framing that not only cuts down on wood demand but also keeps waste in circulation.

    This breakthrough could change the game for how we build and significantly lower carbon emissions in the process.

    #SustainableBuilding #Recycling #EcoInnovation #GreenTech #CarbonReduction

  8. So, I saw a piece about the #Taos #Earthship community late last night on #VeryLocal (unfortunately, I can't find any video link as yet). However, I did find a piece from 2024 about them...

    "This summer’s extreme heat and the demand for air conditioning are putting a big strain on the electricity grid in many parts of the nation. But for more than 40 years, a pioneering architect in New Mexico has been building a unique kind of home that can be heated and cooled without using any electricity at all. Special Correspondent Megan Thompson reports."

    youtube.com/watch?v=a_ZTiocr3LU

    #SolarPunkSunday #SustainableBuilding #Communities #TaosNewMexico #Earthships

  9. Researchers have created a new carbon-negative building material 🌍🏗️. This enzymatic structural material is a strong, durable, and recyclable construction material produced through a low-energy, bioinspired process 🌱🔋.

    Read Full Article

    #CarbonNegative #SustainableBuilding #GreenConstruction #InnovationInMaterials #EcoFriendlyDesign https://www.wpi.edu/news/carbon-negative-building-material-developed-worcester-polytechnic-institute-published-matter
    Reenviado desde Science News
    (https://t.me/experienciainterdimensional/9784)

  10. The buildings constructed from #cannabis

    Francesca Perry, 18 June 2023

    Excerpt: "In search of #sustainable materials, architects are turning to an unusual source: #hemp.

    "Surrounded by verdant fields, Flat House, which sits on a farm in Cambridgeshire, the UK, looks like a typical barn conversion. But inside, the look and feel of the building immediately make you realise this is something quite different. 'The walls remind me of hay bale dens we used to make as kids,' says Flat House's owner Gemma Barron. 'It has the most lovely acoustic quality. And last year we had the heating off for 24 hours in mid-winter and it stayed warm.'

    "What makes this bright, airy and comfortable home unusual is the material used to build it: hemp. While we may be more familiar with the cannabis plant's association with the psychoactive substance cannabis, and its use in health supplements and textiles, hemp is rapidly becoming a sought-after sustainable construction material.

    "The fast-growing plant is a renewable resource, with carbon-capturing properties. When used in building, it typically takes the form of 'hempcrete' (also known as lime hemp concrete), a sturdy material made by mixing #HempHurd – the woody core of the plant – with a binder made from water and lime. Hempcrete has a high thermal mass, making it an ideal insulation material which improves the energy efficiency of buildings and reduces greenhouse gas emissions over time. It also continues to absorb carbon over its lifespan.

    "Sustainable materials are in high demand as the construction industry seeks to decarbonise. Buildings and construction are responsible for approximately 37% of energy and process-related global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. This is due to the industry's heavy reliance on fossil fuels, including carbon-intensive materials such as concrete, steel and glass, as well as the greenhouse gases emitted in heating and cooling our buildings."

    Read more:
    bbc.com/future/article/2023061

    #SolarPunkSunday #BuildingWithHemp
    #HempFiberboard #Hempcrete #HempIsTheFuture #BuildingForClimateChange #SustainableMaterials #SustainableBuilding #HempRevolution

  11. Prime Group (thành viên SCG) đang tích hợp giải pháp xanh, hướng đến mục tiêu phát thải ròng bằng 0 vào năm 2050, thúc đẩy chuyển đổi ngành vật liệu xây dựng bằng công nghệ và thẩm mỹ. #VatLieuXanh #SCG #PhatThaiRong0 #XayDung #SustainableBuilding #GreenConstruction

    vietnamnet.vn/prime-group-kien

  12. “The Compressed Earth Block Village (Pod 4) will demonstrate a new level of artistic and functional creation for the eco-construction world. Built from compressed earth bricks/blocks, this village will demonstrate the durability, affordability, and creative potential that is possible with this ultra-sustainable building method.”

    onecommunityglobal.org/compres

    #CompressedEarthBlocks #NaturalBuilding #EcoConstruction #SustainableBuilding #EarthenArchitecture #Permaculture #AffordableHousing

  13. So, there's this utopian #LEGO set for wannabe eco-heroes 🤓🛠️—complete with buzzword bingo and enough "future" workshops to keep you dreaming until 2025! 🌍✨ Just remember, building castles in the sky doesn't mean they'll withstand a breeze! 🍃😜
    opensourceecology.org/gvcs/ #Utopia #ecoheroes #futuredreams #buzzwordbingo #sustainablebuilding #HackerNews #ngated

  14. 🚀✨ Ingy at #SmartCityDay2025 📡🌐

    💡 Smart cities begin with smart buildings and smart buildings start with smart lighting.

    📬 Stay up to date by subscribing to our Smart City newsletter, our event updates, or the project newsletters that match your interests:

    🔗 bundesverband-smart-city.org/n

    #SustainableBuilding #UrbanDesign #SustainableNeighbourhood #Ingy #SmartCity #SustainableNeighbourhood #SmartCityDayHamburg #BVSC #BundesverbandSmartCity

  15. 🌍 Speaker Highlight: Roeland van Delden at #SmartCityDay2025

    At the Expo, the founder of #Leadax will deliver an inspirational talk on “The Transition to a Circular Economy: Turning Waste into Value”

    16:00 - Program : Inspirational Talk by Roeland van Delden

    🗓 September 10ᵗʰ, 2025
    📍 Cruise Center Baakenhöft, HafenCity Hamburg
    🔗 Register now: smart-city-day.net/registriere

    #SmartCityDayHamburg #Waterproofing #Roofing #Flashing #BVSCnet #SmartCity #SustainableBuilding #GreenBuilding #SmartBuilding

  16. Building a #Sustainable home in the #Australian #Outback

    May 25, 2025

    "In 2024 Anika Molesworth and her partner set out to build a family home in a remote part of New South Wales. They were looking to create, in Anika’s words, 'something comfortable, a beautiful space that complemented the land, and a house that doesn’t cost the planet.' That was the mission. But after speaking with various builders, both local and from afar, and getting ideas on new house builds (mainly kit-home/modular type things) they all just felt wrong. The ideas they were presenting and the materials they would be using, went against the whole idea of sustainability.

    "Faced with these new-build issues, Anika’s attention turned to an abandoned homestead on her family’s property. 'It was very humble. Like seriously humble. Tiny windows, small dark rooms, not an ounce of insulation. Never connected to any services. It was going to be a big task making it comfortable.' But Anika could see the potential.

    "A few local builders were invited over to have a look and give their ideas. The first one said 'better to build a new home using refrigerator panels.' Which he happened to sell, dismissing the renovation concept as a waste of time and money. Time and again Anika bumped up with people who just could not see the vision and had no idea what she was talking about with ‘recycling, reclaiming and using natural materials’. Local suppliers – from electricians to plumbing – just tried to sell her the same cheap, imported products. When Anika spoke to a local plumbing supplier about composting toilets she was simply met with eye rolling."

    Read more:
    owgf.org/2025/05/25/building-a

    More info:
    outbacksmarthome.weebly.com/

    #SustainableBuilding #AdaptiveReuse #SolarPunk #SolarPunkSunday #Australia #OutbackSmartHome #ReuseRepair

  17. Jeremy works with institutions worldwide to accelerate the decarbonization of infrastructure while promoting practical and scalable solutions.

    🔑 Key Insights from Jérémy’s Talk:
    • Status quo of the German building sector
    • New policies & framework conditions
    • Future-proof market trends & opportunities

    #SmartCityDay2025 #SmartCityDayHamburg #Buildings #EnergyEfficiency #SmartBuilding #GreenBuilding #CircularConstruction #SustainableBuilding #SustainableNeighbourhood #SmartCity #BVSC

  18. Jeremy's presentation will show how Germany can transform its built environment into a driver for climate action, resource efficiency, and resilient communities.

    As Sustainable Buildings and Energy Efficiency Manager, Energy Programme at adelphi, Jérémy brings extensive experience in energy efficiency, sustainable building, and international collaboration.

    #SmartCityDayHamburg #Buildings #EnergyEfficiency #SmartBuilding #GreenBuilding #SustainableBuilding #SustainableNeighbourhood #SmartCity

  19. 🌍 Speaker Highlight: Jérémy Bourgault at #SmartCityDay2025

    At the Expo, Jérémy will deliver an inspirational talk on “Sustainable Construction in Germany: On track for 2045?”, exploring the current state, emerging policies, and future trends in sustainable construction and building management.

    🔗 Register now: smart-city-day.net/registriere

    #SmartCityDayHamburg #Buildings #EnergyEfficiency #SmartBuilding #CircularConstruction #SustainableBuilding #SustainableNeighbourhood #SmartCity #BVSCnet #BVSC

  20. Martine brings a unique perspective on cross-sector and cross-border collaboration, demonstrating how global knowledge and local expertise can translate into real, actionable impact.

    🔑 Key Insights from Martine’s Talk:

    • Future-proof solutions need a multi-disciplinary approach
    • Time for strong German-Danish collaboration
    • Solutions that fit the vision of German cities

    #SmartCityDayHamburg #SmartBuilding #CircularConstruction #SustainableBuilding #SustainableNeighbourhood #SmartCity

  21. Martine's presentation will explore why isolated solutions are no longer enough, and how integrated approaches across disciplines are essential to tackle the complexity of urban challenges.

    As Director of Global Networks & Partnerships at #BLOXHUB, the Nordic hub for sustainable urbanisation, Martine represents a vibrant network of 380 organisations dedicated to shaping the cities of the future.

    #SmartBuilding #GreenBuilding #CircularConstruction #SustainableBuilding #SustainableNeighbourhood

  22. 🌍 Speaker Highlight: Martine Reinhold Kildeby at #SmartCityDay2025

    At the Expo, Martine will deliver an inspirational talk on “Future-proof urban solutions require collaboration”, sharing how innovation, knowledge, and partnerships can converge to create sustainable, resilient cities for tomorrow.

    #SmartCityDayHamburg #SmartBuilding #GreenBuilding #CircularConstruction #SustainableBuilding #SustainableNeighbourhood #SmartCity #BundesverbandSmartCity #BVSCnet #BVSC #BVSCevents #SmartCityEvents

  23. 🏠 Timber Frame Structures: Built to Survive Hurricanes! 🌪️

    Timber isn't just beautiful; it's strong! These structures can withstand hurricane conditions, thanks to their ability to absorb shock and resist high winds.

    Stay prepared and learn why timber is ideal for hurricane-prone areas.
    👉 Read more: dlvr.it/TMYJKc

    #TimberFrame #HurricanePreparedness #SustainableBuilding #DisasterResilience #HurricaneSafety #TimberStructures #EcoFriendly #HomeDesign #ConstructionTips

  24. AMACCAO tiên phong "xanh hóa" ngành sản xuất vật liệu xây dựng, khẳng định vị thế dẫn đầu trong sản xuất cấu kiện bê tông với siêu nhà máy cọc Đông Bắc Á lớn nhất Đông Nam Á. 🌱🏢

    #AMACCAO #VậtLiệuXâyDựng #BêTông #CôngNghệXanh #XâyDựngBềnVững #VLXD #CongNgheXanh #XayDungBenVung #GreenMaterials #SustainableBuilding

    vietnamnet.vn/amaccao-xanh-hoa

  25. SAVE THE DATE!

    Am 10.September ist es endlich soweit:

    Unser erster SMART CITY DAY mit den Schwerpunkt-Themen #Smart & #Sustainable #Building und smarte und nachhaltige #Quartiere findet in #Hamburg statt.

    Weitere Infos folgen in Kürze unter dem Hashtag #SmartCityDay2025 und über unseren speziellen Event-Newsletter:

    bundesverband-smart-city.org/v

    #SmartCity #SmartQuarter #SmartBuilding #GreenBuilding #SustainableBuilding #BuildingGreenNetworks #nachhaltigkeit #SmartCityEvents #BVSC #BVSCnet #IoT

  26. We can all make a difference by reimagining how we build and live! Integrating nature into urban environments creates healthier communities. One Community's designs show how green architecture transforms cities into living ecosystems.

    onecommunityglobal.org/

    #GreenArchitecture #UrbanEcosystems #HealthyCommunities #NatureIntegration #SustainableBuilding #CityTransformation #LivingEcosystems #OpenSource

  27. 🌱🏢 Revolutionary “living” building material! ETH Zurich’s new hydrogel-cyanobacteria blend absorbs CO₂ like a tree, hardening into durable structures. Showcased at the 2025 Venice Biennale, it could transform cities into carbon sinks!

    @goodnews

    #GoodNews #LivingArchitecture #CarbonCapture #SustainableBuilding #ETHZurich
    thedebrief.org/cancel-concrete

  28. Handmade architecture: Warka Village, Cameroon, Africa
    "Heroic and surprising", made without machinery, with indigenous techniques and natural materials extracted from the jungle.

    👉 Discover MORE and SUBSCRIBE to our summary of news and updates through link: amusementlogic.com/general-new

    🏗️ #architecture #africa #vernaculararchitecture #indigenousdesign #sustainablebuilding #naturalmaterials #africanarchitecture #bioclimatic #earthconstruction #culturalheritage

  29. Reduce Wastage, Increase Efficiency in Construction

    Material wastage can inflate your construction budget. Use the Apna Ghar Material Calculator to prevent this. With accurate estimates, you buy only what’s needed – saving money, time, and resources. A sustainable step towards smart construction.

    Know more : apnaghar.shyamsteel.com/materi

    #SustainableBuilding, #SmartHomeTools, #ConstructionEfficiency, #MaterialSavings, #ShyamSteel

  30. In the world of construction, environmental impact is a big concern. As Peter Yeung highlighted, building accounts for up to 12% of greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. What if cork could change that? #SustainableBuilding #EcoFriendly

  31. Proud to announce that the Research Center #SustainableBuilding has joined the DiSC umbrella. 🎉 It focuses on the development of resource-efficient structures and buildings for the future at the interface of #Architecture, #TechnicalSciences and #computerscience . We're looking forward to a fruitful interdisciplinary exchange in research and teaching! 🤓🥂

    Learn more here: uibk.ac.at/en/fz-sustainable-b

    #BigData #MachineLearning #DigitalTwin #IoT #urban #rural #EnergyEfficiency #DigitalInfrastructure

  32. Thermal lag and thermal mass are vital for in-ground constructions, like the Earthbag Village and Tropical Atrium. This page explores their role in temperature regulation, material properties, heat conductivity, and seasonal impacts, supporting One Community's sustainable, open-source building initiatives.

    onecommunityglobal.org/thermal

    #ThermalLag #ThermalMass #SustainableBuilding #EcoLiving #OpenSource #InGroundConstruction #TemperatureRegulation #GreenBuilding #EarthbagVillage #TropicalAtrium

  33. The Tropical Atrium Footers, Foundation, & Flooring page offers open-source instructions for sustainable building. Starting with the 3-dome cluster, it expands to the Earthbag Village and beyond, providing detailed, replicable guides to support eco-construction and The Highest Good of All.

    onecommunityglobal.org/tropica

    #SustainableBuilding #EcoConstruction #OpenSource #TropicalAtrium #EarthbagBuilding #GreenBuilding #SustainableLiving #OneCommunity #FoundationDesign #TheHighestGood #EcoLiving

  34. The Tropical Atrium Permitting Hub offers open-source tutorials for Earthbag Village (Pod 1) and beyond. Starting with a 3-dome cluster, it expands to guides for sustainable structures and licensing, supporting global collaboration for eco-building and The Highest Good of All.

    onecommunityglobal.org/tropica

    #SustainableBuilding #EcoLiving #OpenSource #Permitting #Licensing #EarthbagBuilding #GreenBuilding #TropicalAtrium #EcoConstruction #TheHighestGood #OneCommunity

  35. This open-source plaster guide explores natural and traditional options, focusing on balancing breathability, durability, and waterproofing for eco-home builds, like Earthbag and Straw Bale Villages. It covers various plaster types (e.g., lime, clay) with insights on sourcing and cost, supporting sustainable building for lasting protection.

    onecommunityglobal.org/plaster

    #OpenSource #SustainableBuilding #EcoConstruction #NaturalPlaster #DIYBuilding #EarthbagVillage #GreenLiving #EcoFriendly

  36. Understanding thermal lag and mass helps regulate in-ground building temperatures, benefiting eco-friendly structures like Earthbag Village and the Duplicable City Center. Thermal mass stores heat, and thermal lag delays its release, reducing reliance on HVAC systems by harnessing daily temperature cycles.

    onecommunityglobal.org/thermal

    #ThermalMass #ThermalLag #EcoConstruction #SustainableBuilding #InGroundConstruction #ClimateBattery #HeatRegulation #EcoLiving #OpenSource

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