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An information trip to Germany on wood construction organized by the Belgian-Luxemburg-German Chamber of Commerce!

From 15th to 17th of May 2023, the Belgian-Luxemburg-German Chamber of Commerce (AHK debelux) organises an information trip (...)

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Combating Deforestation in Building and Design

Deforestation has had a devastating impact on the planet. Companies worldwide tear down forests, ruining the habitats of (...)

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Why mass timber is having a moment in construction

Humans have discovered new and sustainable ways to manipulate wood for higher-efficiency buildings. Mass timber – made of (...)

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Forging sustainable timber construction in Europe

EIT Climate-KIC and Built by Nature, announce an initiative to support a one-million-square meter prototype demonstration (...)

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Prefabricated wooden-based façade systems to save energy

The “La Vall 9” building in Bellpuig, Spain, was renovated with cutting-edge technology for deep energy renovation The reside (...)

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Building renovation with multifunctional prefabricated timber-frame façade elements (PMTF)

A two-day free online course for planners and manufacturing companies organised by Gumpp & Maier – 20 and 21 May 2021 Prefabr (...)

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Futuristic hotel features space and energy-efficient pods

INNOVATION IMPERATIVE’s Tetra Hotel design is comprised of energy-efficient timber pods, and cuts an otherworldly silhouette (...)

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Could bio-based materials help earthquake-proof buildings?

Italy is no stranger to earthquakes, suffering deadly seismic events which have shattered communities. Sixty percent of the (...)

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Homes storing CO2, just like trees

Houses built with bio-based materials, such as timber, straw and hemp, act as CO2 banks. Experts explain how citizens can (...)