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A west London development is turning waste heat from a police data center into low-carbon heating for 4,000 homes. The system runs at 264% efficiency, nearly three times better than traditional gas boilers.
Japan just unveiled its first two-story 3D-printed house designed to withstand earthquakes using geometry inspired by natural caves. The innovative home combines robotic construction with earthquake-resistant engineering to meet the country's strict seismic safety standards.
Two new California communities are built around working farms instead of golf courses or pools, bringing fresh produce right outside residents' doors. These "agrihoods" could help cities tackle climate change while making nutritious food more accessible.
A builder in Brazil constructed a complete house using reforestation wood in five days, transforming construction with smart planning and prefab techniques. The method challenges an industry where projects typically drag on for months.
Communities across California are putting working farms at their center, creating "agrihoods" where neighbors grow food together instead of just parking cars. These developments promise fresh produce, cooler temperatures, and stronger community ties as cities adapt to climate change.
A new cottage-style tiny house brings affordable, mobile living to couples seeking simplicity. The compact Ynez model proves downsizing doesn't mean giving up comfort or style.
Scottish researchers developed a fast, affordable way to assess home energy efficiency using satellite images and AI. The breakthrough could help millions of households reduce energy bills while fighting climate change.
A South African engineering student partnered with his contractor father to build a cozy three-bedroom house using raw soil and recycled waste instead of traditional bricks. The eco-friendly home looks identical to conventional houses, costs less, and stays naturally cool in summer and warm in winter.
The Netherlands is solving both climate change and a housing crisis by building entire neighborhoods on water. What started as an experiment is now inspiring coastal cities worldwide.
Engineers at MIT have turned recycled water bottles into construction-grade floor trusses that hold over 4,000 pounds and print in just 13 minutes. This breakthrough could help build a billion homes without cutting down forests.
Engineers at MIT just proved recycled plastic bottles can be 3D printed into construction beams strong enough to build homes. The breakthrough could help house a billion people by 2050 without cutting down forests.
A clean energy experiment buried beneath Minnesota in the 1980s is finally becoming reality. Now 850 new homes will be heated and cooled by water stored deep underground, slashing emissions by up to 74%.
Japanese researchers just cracked the code on designing homes that slash energy use while adapting to both regional climates and rising temperatures. Their breakthrough could help millions achieve net-zero energy homes without a one-size-fits-all approach.
A new subdivision near Sacramento is being built to survive wildfires, not just meet building codes. Every home features fire-resistant design that could save lives and protect entire communities from California's growing wildfire threat.
Every minute, a home is demolished somewhere in Europe during an unprecedented housing crisis. Architect Olaf Grawert says we already have the solution: transform the buildings we're tearing down into affordable, sustainable housing.