Sustainability – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org Thu, 25 May 2023 11:32:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/theconstructor.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-The-Constructor-favicon-tinified2-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Sustainability – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org 32 32 181067336 Green Roofs and Living Walls: An Overview of Benefits and Installation https://theconstructor.org/sustainability/green-roofs-and-living-walls-an-overview-of-benefits-and-installation/571495/ Sun, 18 Jun 2023 11:19:08 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=571495 Green roofs and living walls are two of the latest sustainable design and architecture trends. These two concepts have revolutionized how we think about urban environments, providing a more holistic and ecological approach to making cities more livable and sustainable. The advantages of green roofs and living walls are manifold, from reducing energy bills to […]

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]]> 571495 How Green Building Practices Lead to Lower Carbon Dioxide Levels https://theconstructor.org/building/buildings/how-green-building-practices-lead-to-lower-carbon-dioxide-levels/570264/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 08:03:30 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=570264 As the environment continues to suffer due to the excessive accumulation of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, there is an urgent need for sustainable building practices that will help reduce carbon dioxide levels. Green building practices are one of the most effective ways to do this, offering a range of benefits, from reducing energy consumption […]

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]]> 570264 The Top 10 Most Sustainable Buildings Around the World https://theconstructor.org/architecture/the-top-10-most-sustainable-buildings-around-the-world/570080/ Fri, 10 Mar 2023 13:40:01 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=570080 In an era when sustainability has become an important benchmark for forward-thinking buildings, it’s inspiring to see how far architecture and design have come in the pursuit of creating a more eco-friendly approach to construction. From Amsterdam to Tokyo, the following 10 buildings are some of the most sustainable structures in the world, showcasing the […]

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]]> 570080 10 Sustainable Building Materials for Eco-Friendly Construction https://theconstructor.org/sustainability/10-sustainable-building-materials-for-eco-friendly-construction/569864/ Thu, 16 Feb 2023 08:51:55 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=569864 Sustainable building materials are becoming increasingly popular as more and more people focus on preserving the environment. As architects, construction workers, and homeowners look for ways to improve their practices, sustainable building materials provide an effective option for reducing their environmental impact. Various materials, from recycled wood to clay, can create energy-efficient buildings, reduce waste, […]

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]]> 569864 What is Mass Timber in Construction? https://theconstructor.org/building/mass-timber-construction/567470/ Sat, 22 Oct 2022 17:58:20 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=567470 Mass timber is an engineered wood product formed by gluing or fastening wood panels in layers to achieve exceptional strength and stability.  The production is so versatile that it can be used as structural panels, columns, beams, load-bearing structures, or even for interior finishes.  The mass timber family of products includes cross-laminated timber (CLT), glue-laminated […]

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]]> 567470 What is Embodied Energy of Building Materials? https://theconstructor.org/sustainability/embodied-energy-building-materials/567108/ Sat, 08 Oct 2022 18:02:01 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=567108 The embodied energy of building material is the total non-renewable energy or primary energy (carbon released) used throughout its entire life cycle, i.e., extraction, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, and disposal.  In other words, it is the sum of greenhouse gas emissions attributed to the material during its life cycle. Embodied energy is a parameter evaluated to […]

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]]> 567108 What is Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for Buildings? https://theconstructor.org/sustainability/energy-performance-certificate-epc-buildings/566422/ Thu, 01 Sep 2022 18:01:25 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=566422 Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are certificates that represent energy efficiency of buildings based on a rating from A (very efficient) to G (inefficient). The rating denotes the cost incurred for heating and lighting the property and the extent of carbon dioxide emissions. The need for EPCs is emphasized in the Energy Performance of Buildings (England […]

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]]> 566422 What is Ashcrete? https://theconstructor.org/building/ashcrete/565323/ Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:49:30 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=565323 Ashcrete is an environmentally friendly material that is considered a substitute for traditional concrete.  The invention of ashcrete is the result of efforts toward the production of sustainable construction materials. Not only does ashcrete reduce carbon emissions, but it also utilizes fly ash, which is a by-product of coal combustion that was previously disposed of […]

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