Nature-Based Innovation: Can We Trust Modern Innovation? The Case For Letting Nature Lead The Way
In a world where technology often dominates the conversation around progress, are we overlooking the most efficient and sustainable solutions nature has already perfected?
Nature’s Sandbox
What if our cities were designed with materials and systems that mimic the self-healing properties of natural organisms?
Consider the potential of living architecture, where buildings are constructed from mycelium networks capable of repairing themselves. This shift would radically transform urban landscapes, offering structures that adapt and evolve in response to environmental conditions. What if the streets were paved with materials that absorb CO2 and cleanse urban air? Or if the walls of our homes and offices could change their porosity to optimise temperature, reducing the need for air conditioning and heating?
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