“These Buildings Breathe and Grow”: Revolutionary Algae-Based Material Absorbs CO₂ and Reinforces Itself, Ushering In the Era of Living Architecture

IN A NUTSHELL 🌿 Swiss researchers have developed an innovative “living” building material that captures carbon dioxide using cyanobacteria. 🔬 This material integrates a 3D-printable hydrogel to house cyanobacteria, optimizing light, water, and CO₂ penetration for enhanced photosynthesis. 🏢 The goal is to create carbon-absorbing buildings with facades that actively contribute to climate regulation by … Continue reading “These Buildings Breathe and Grow”: Revolutionary Algae-Based Material Absorbs CO₂ and Reinforces Itself, Ushering In the Era of Living Architecture