Driving an innovation revolution through Biomimetics

This century, in order to deal with growing environmental crises, significant technology breakthroughs must be found. While we are currently mostly focusing on existing ideas and improving technologies which have long been known, what we really need is a “green revolution” and new ideas to support a low carbon economy. This will only be achieved through a significant new way of thinking.

Demystifying the concept of sustainable construction

There is a widespread misperception within the construction sector of what it really means to reduce the environmental load of buildings. While efforts to save energy are intensifying, other aspects are often forgotten. This article presents what sustainable construction should be in a seven step process.

Time for a rethink of mining exploitation?

The demand for metals and other resources continues to rise exponentially with devastating environmental impacts. While it’s easy to point the finger at mining companies, the real ethical questions surrounding the exploitation of natural resources are much more complex. Their solutions require us to deeply rethink our societal models.

The sustainability hopes and threats of IT

While IT clearly offers hopes for a large scale adoption of more sustainable practices in modern societies, the current path of its booming development also raises serious concerns. IT can surely provide sustainable solutions, but the sector must also grow in a more sustainable way.