The construction sector is responsible for around 38 per cent of global CO2 emissions. Natural resources for traditional building materials are finite. Increasing soil sealing has a negative impact on flora, fauna and the climate. Climate protection is therefore of central importance when planning the liveable city of tomorrow. The use of climate-friendly building materials and recycled products plays a decisive role in the sustainable realisation of new urban development projects. A NEW LIFE survey aims to determine the importance of environmental and climate protection in urban development practice: https://de.research.net/r/DCX563J.
How important are sustainability aspects for private and public sector clients? Which sustainable materials and recycled products are already being used in construction? For example, for new residential and office buildings, roads, sports grounds and playgrounds or public spaces. How can sustainability be promoted in the industry? For the NEW LIFE initiative, it is of course of particular interest how well known architects and urban planners are about the possible uses of high-quality recycled products made from tyre-rubber granulate.
Sustainable design freedom for the liveable city of tomorrow
The more of these recycled products are used in architecture and urban development, the better for the climate, people and the environment. The products, which can be recycled again after use, help to keep valuable raw materials in the cycle. This also conserves natural resources, reduces CO2 emissions and avoids waste. The eco-balance of urban construction projects is thus sustainably optimised.
The weatherproof, durable recycled products can be used in a variety of ways in architecture and urban planning. With their individual shapes and colours, they open up new design freedom for the liveable city of tomorrow. They also quickly pay for themselves economically, as they are low-maintenance, easy to clean, weatherproof and extremely durable:
- Covers and wall systems to protect construction elements and vehicles
- Flame-retardant, robust protective layers for photovoltaic systems
- Rot-proof panels and protective layers for green roofs
- Resilient slabs and paving for squares, paths and (roof) terraces
- Joint-friendly running tracks for sports facilities
- Customisable safety surfaces for children's playgrounds
- Waterproof sealing of walls, ceilings, roofs and floors
- Weather-resistant support palisades and boundary posts
- Attractive, weatherproof outdoor lamps and decorative objects
- Vehicle-friendly drive-over and kerb ramps
- Long-lasting asphalting of roads, squares and paths
- Visually appealing sound insulation and noise barriers
- Sustainable vibration insulation for buildings
- Effective impact sound insulation for floors and much more.
By taking part in the NEW LIFE survey, architects and urban planners are helping to identify the potential for sustainable optimisation in their sector. This is the basis for setting the course for the climate and environmentally friendly urban planning of the future. The survey results can be requested free of charge and without obligation by e-mail: https://de.research.net/r/DCX563J.
