Essays about: "hempcrete"

Found 5 essays containing the word hempcrete.

1. 1. Symbiotic Amman

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

   Author : Lara Yousef; Mouhammad Ali Dabdoub; [2022]
   Keywords : Generative Design Computational Design Digital Fabrication Machine Learning AI Urbanism Sustainability bio-based; Arts and Architecture;

   Abstract : In this thesis project, we introduce an inclusive, environmentally friendly structure to the city of Amman, where both humans and non-humans can coexist and share spaces within the same boundary. We investigated various design approaches and incorporated generative design and Machine Learning in the form-finding phase of different architectural elements. READ MORE

3. 2. Innovation Adoption for Eco Materials in the Construction Industry in Sweden: How Three Players Can Actively Foster the Adoption Process - A Case Study on the Material Hempcrete with the Company House of Hemp

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Anna Marija Jefimova; Sophia Tafertshofer; [2021-07-06]
   Keywords : Swedish construction industry; innovation adoption; hempcrete; eco material;

   Abstract : The construction industry is currently experiencing environmental problems associated with greenhouse gas emissions, in particular due to the extensive use of unsustainable materials. In this regard, the industry is in need of alternative solutions, one of which is the introduction of innovative green materials. READ MORE

4. 3. Circular economy and Life cycle assessment of building materials: Glimåkra eco-village

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

   Author : Zahabia Gandhi; [2020]
   Keywords : Circular Economy; Life cycle assessment; Environmental impact of building materials; Reusing materials; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : The building industry is continuously adapting to the changing needs and demands. The rise in emissions, depletion of resources and accumulating waste are some of the important problems that have to be addressed by architects all over the world today. READ MORE

5. 4. Investigating the performance of hempcrete as an option for retrofitting masonry buildings

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö; Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign

   Author : Henry Lanham; [2019]
   Keywords : Hempcrete; lime-hemp Miljöbyggnad; moisture safety; future climate; energy use; mould risk.; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : One fifth of the energy consumed by buildings in Sweden is by those built before 1945, many of them constructed from solid masonry walls. Improving their heating energy consumption is a challenge we must face in light of human’s impact on climate change as well as increasing energy costs. READ MORE

6. 5. The potential of hemp buildings in different climates : A comparison between a common passive house and the hempcrete building system

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskaper

   Author : Johan Ahlberg; Elza Georges; Mikael Norlén; [2014]
   Keywords : Passive house; Hempcrete; VIP energy;

   Abstract : The aim of this bachelor thesis was to study the potential of hemp buildings in different climates. The report examines and models two different energy efficient building concepts – the more common passive house and the environmental friendly hempcrete building system. READ MORE