The elements of sustainable
construction
According to the World Watch Institute,
buildings account for 25% of the world's wood harvest,
40% of its material and energy usage, and 18% of
its fresh water usage. These demands will be magnified
as population growth forces the total number of buildings
to increase over the next generation. It is paramount
to find a way to provide safe and decent shelter
for all without destroying the global ecosystem. That's
where we come in...
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