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| The construction industry is responsible for 11% of the world’s man-made CO2 emissions—due to its reliance on concrete and steel. What alternative materials could be used in the future? Film supported by @Infosys 00:00 - What are some sustainable alternatives? 00:31 - Why is construction bad for the environment? 01:08 - The problem with concrete 02:00 - Promising alternatives to concrete 03:07 - Can mushrooms help construct buildings? 04:09 - The impact of sustainable design 06:26 - Meeting the demand of emerging economies Read more about the efforts to make the construction industry greener: https://econ.st/33wjuHr How cement could help slow global warming: https://econ.st/3gT6I93 Find our most recent coverage on climate and sustainability: https://econ.st/3LJDasp Sign up to our daily newsletter: https://econ.st/3gJBH8D Will we see more wooden skyscrapers in the future?: https://econ.st/3LVei1h The rise of 3D-printed houses: https://econ.st/36qqs1N Read more about how to get carbon out of industry: https://econ.st/3oZgTNI |
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