Sinks to Rise | From Carbon to Construction: An integrated approach of nature-based carbon storage and bio-based building materials

In an era marked by pressing environmental concerns and the urgent need for sustainable solutions, our project embarked on a transformative journey, envisioning a future where nature-based strategies not only combat climate change but also foster economic prosperity and social justice.<br/><br/>With CO2 emissions reaching alarming levels and...

Every Drop Counts: How to keep the Rhine functional in times of drought

More and more frequently, the streamflow of the Rhine becomes dangerously low. Drought is exacerbated by climate change, glaciers are melting at rapid rates. These problems affect the functions and ecosystems around the Rhine. The Rhine accounts for two-thirds of all inland waterway transports across Europe and thus experiences severe economic...

Inward: The silence is within

The inner city of Rotterdam is very dense and contains all kinds of activities and people. It is an area every citizen uses and whereby different purposes and behaviors occur. This makes it an area full of life, but also a fragile place looking<br/>at the future and its liveability. As a result, residents who live or work in this area spend a...

Butterfly Effect: Affordable circular bio-based building for South Holland

The Province of South Holland, not unlike the other provinces in the Netherlands, has a big housing demand. To meet it more building materials are needed in a short time frame. The current building sector is not environmentally friendly. Hence, a transition to a more sustainable building sector is necessary. Bio-based building materials are the...