Bamboo has long been overlooked and not fully understood as a game changer in the fight against deforestation. One of the main reasons for deforestation is accelerated timber demand. This in turn causes supply shortages. A commonly held belief is that the solution hinges on planting more timber. However it is imperative that alternative supplies […]
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In the world of sustainable materials, bamboo holds a steadily growing and special place. This article will examine the emergence of Engineered Bamboo, consider bamboo’s role as a high-end green building material and look at some examples of new sustainable ‘green building’ projects. Bamboo: Beyond the Tiki Bar Aesthetic Bamboo can conjure images of tropical
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It was on Mother’s Day in 2015 when I found myself in a rare moment of solitude. Being a single parent of energetic four-year-old twin girls, having some “me time” was a cherished gift. So I decided to turn on the TV and thought it would be nice to watch a couple of TED Talks.
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