Introducing SDGs in the built environment
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of seventeen global objectives established by the United Nations in 2015 to eliminate poverty, safeguard the environment,
News: MIT scientists create 3D printed lab grown wood
Scientists at MIT have developed a ground-breaking process to use a “tunable bioprinting” method to 3D print wood-like plant material in a lab. This technique
A ‘war effort’ is needed to insulate our homes
A report from the Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) has called for a “war effort” to improve the energy efficiency of UK homes. The cross parliamentary
3 Buildings that Reimagined Sustainability in 2022
As we settle into the new year, we have taken this opportunity to highlight some of the best sustainable buildings of 2022. Floating Office Rotterdam
Construction on the new Perkins&Will mass timber project is underway
Photo credit Perkins&Will Project focus – UBC Gateway This week construction started on the new gateway project at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in
Overview of United Nations Biodiversity Conference COP15
Overview of United Nations Biodiversity Conference COP15 Representatives from over 190 nations met in Montreal for the UN biodiversity summit – COP15. This Monday, these
The Christmas tree debate
The Christmas tree debate At Firstplanit, we dedicate time to evaluating the materials and products that make up a home. During this festive time here
Are solar panels Tokyo’s answer to reaching their 2050 carbon targets?
Are solar panels Tokyo’s answer to reaching their 2050 carbon targets? The Governor of Tokyo, Yuriko Koike, announced a mandate for installing solar panels on
Stadium 974 – The temporary World Cup stadium
Stadium 974 the temporary World Cup stadium After hosting seven games over two weeks, deconstruction has started on one of the eight stadiums used for