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  Bamboo is one of the oldest traditional building materials used by mankind. As the largest members of the grass family, bamboos are also the fastest-growing plants in the world capable of growing up to four feet in just 24 hours. Bamboos hold significant economic and cultural importance in South Asia, Southeast Asia, and East Asia. They are used extensively for building materials, as a food source, and as a versatile raw product. With a compressive strength higher than that of wood, brick, or concrete, and a tensile strength that rivals steel, bamboo is gaining recognition as a green building material and is increasingly used as a sustainable alternative in construction. What is Bamboo as a Material? Bamboo is a collective name for various species of giant grasses. It is estimated that there are 60–90 genera of bamboo, comprising approximately 1,100–1,500 species, which vary in size and form. Bamboo primarily grows in tropical regions of Asia, Latin America, and Africa. As a cons...

  The global shipping industry, the lifeblood of international commerce, faces a critical challenge: balancing its vital role in the world economy with its significant environmental impact. Enter the "Green Port," a concept representing a paradigm shift towards sustainable maritime practices.  This isn't just about painting cranes green; it's a fundamental reimagining of port operations to minimize pollution and maximize eco-friendliness. What Defines a Green Port? A Green  Port  is a maritime hub actively implementing environmentally sound technologies and operational strategies. It's a commitment to reducing the ecological footprint of port activities, encompassing everything from energy consumption and emissions to waste management, water conservation, and noise pollution.  The ultimate goal? A sustainable maritime ecosystem that supports global trade without compromising the health of our planet. The Pillars of a Green Port: Several key features distinguish ...

  Yes, we can. By   retrofitting , we don't just renovate structures; we reimagine their purpose within a sustainable ecosystem. With a significant portion of the global building stock constructed before the year 2000, achieving energy and carbon targets necessitates extensive energy efficiency improvements and reductions in embodied carbon. Consequently, a large proportion of existing buildings worldwide will require some form of retrofit by 2050 to meet these objectives. The United Nations and its member states recognize that commercial buildings significantly contribute to global carbon emissions and energy consumption. The buildings and construction sector accounts for  37% of global energy-related CO₂ emissions  and  34% of energy demand .  (SOURCE:  unep.org )  To align with the  Paris Agreement  and  net-zero  carbon targets by 2050 , retrofitting commercial buildings is essential to  reduce energy consumption, lowe...

  Introduction: The Impact of Co2 and the Pursuit of Net Zero through CCUS Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a major greenhouse gas that significantly contributes to global warming. The excessive release of CO2 from industrial activities and fossil fuel combustion leads to an enhanced greenhouse effect, causing global warming and extreme weather events.  As the world strives towards achieving net zero emissions—a state where CO2 emissions are balanced by removal from the atmosphere—innovative methods like Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) are crucial.  CCUS involves capturing CO2 emissions, utilizing them in industrial processes, or storing them in geological formations to prevent their release into the atmosphere. One pioneering project that has shown the world a viable path forward is the  Sleipner Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project. The Sleipner field in the North Sea. (Photo: Harald Pettersen / Equinor ASA) The Sleipner CCS Project: A Groundbreaking Ini...