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Lavaforming Pavilion: Iceland’s Vision for Architecture Shaped by Volcanoes
At the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale, Iceland’s national pavilion introduces a provocative proposal from s.ap architects. The studio, led by Arnhildur Pálmadóttir and Arnar Skarphéðinsson, envisions a future in which volcanic lava becomes a primary ...
Read more >Metallic Fleece Enhances EV Battery Performance and Sustainability
German researchers at the Max Planck Institute have developed a groundbreaking battery material that improves performance and sustainability. Now brought to market by start-up Batene, this new metallic fleece replaces traditional flat metal foils in ...
Read more >Rificolona by Miniforms: A Recycled Lamp with Poetic Lightness
Italian design brand Miniforms has introduced Rificolona, a new lamp collection created by Florence-based studio e-ggs. The design combines sustainability, elegance, and flexibility, making it especially appealing for interior architects and product designers who value ...
Read more >Noise Barrier from Recycled Wind Turbine Blades Unveiled
The Netherlands has launched a world-first with the Blade Barrier, a noise-reducing wall made from old wind turbine blades. Installed along the A58 motorway near Oirschot, this 60-metre prototype will undergo testing until the end ...
Read more >Low-Cost, Low-Energy CO₂ Capture Unlocks New Potential
Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a novel and cost-effective method for capturing carbon dioxide (CO₂) directly from the atmosphere—potentially revolutionising how we address carbon emissions across industries. The study, published in ...
Read more >Stella McCartney Launches Their Most Sustainable Sneakers Yet
Stella McCartney continues to set the standard for sustainable fashion with her most eco-friendly trainers to date. The updated S-Wave sneakers, part of the Autumn 2025 collection, use a carefully selected mix of recycled, biobased, ...
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