Reducing the negative enviromental impact of building constructions

Abstract

In these times there is a much greater awareness of the environmental impact of the way we live, than at any time in the past. For better constructions, we must use materials that provide a very low environmental impact, locks up carbon (negative emissions), and can create very thermally efficient, healthy comfortable buildings. It is vital that in the future we design and construct buildings that consume as little energy as possible in their use. It is possible to make a significant additional contribution to the reduction of CO₂ emissions by building with natural products.