Whether intentional or not, we all have paths around or through our gardens. We walk to the trash and recycling bins, around the side of the house; we head off toward the back gate or over to the ...

Results of a new five-year study of recycled concrete show that it performs as well, and in several cases, even better than conventional concrete, researchers say. Researchers at The University of ...

The designer chose specific plants in order to create an all-season garden, included a small fire pit and reflective water features, creating a hidden oasis amidst the busy city life. Concrete pipes ...

From paper towels to cups to plastic bottles, products made from recycled materials permeate our lives. One notable exception is building materials. Why can’t we recycle concrete from our ...

The University of British Columbia is reporting results of a five-year study on the performance of recycled concrete compared to that of traditional concrete. Side-by-side comparisons of recycled and ...

Much has been said about circularity in the construction industry. Inspired by nature, the circular economy works in a continuous process of production, resorption and recycling, self-managing and ...

Concrete is a long--lasting material, but roads, buildings and other concrete structures can exhaust their usefulness. When these structures are demolished, the debris can get a new life through ...

Holcim is a manufacturer of innovative and sustainable building solutions in global markets. Today, the construction sector represents 38% of the world’s CO₂ emissions. One-third of this footprint ...

ByBlock concrete blocks from ByFusion Global are a new alternative building material that uses hard-to-recycle plastic. The blocks are colorful and made of recycled plastic. Each measures 16 by 8 by 8 ...