Concrete

Breakthrough new concrete can heal itself using sunlight

A new concrete design heals its own cracks using light and microbes, reducing repair costs and improving building safety.

School made from sugarcane waste signals a new era in sustainable construction Rebecca Shavit

3D concrete printing process captures CO2 and reduces emissions Joshua Shavit

Scientists develop stronger, crack-resistant concrete using recycled carpet fibers Rebecca Shavit

Cambridge scientists produce the world’s first zero emissions cement Joshua Shavit

Cement-based supercapacitor can turn your house into a mega battery Joseph Shavit

University student accidently invents eco-friendly cement alternative that traps CO2 Joshua Shavit

Gamechanging cement-based supercapacitor can turn your house into a mega battery Joseph Shavit

Sugarcrete: A Sweet Solution to Sustainable Construction Joseph Shavit

Researchers develop the world’s first carbon-negative concrete Joseph Shavit

First-of-its-kind 3D-printed home blends concrete, wood Joseph Shavit

Startup uses microorganisms to create ‘green’ zero-carbon cement Joseph Shavit

Translucent concrete makes it possible to create customised facades at low cost Joseph Shavit

Recycled concrete and CO₂ from the air made into a new building material Joseph Shavit