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Publication announcement – Reduce CO2 from buildings with technology to zero emissions
Research article developed from Holcim Forum workshop on “Reduce CO2 from buildings with technology to zero emissions” published in Sustainable Cities and Society. The paper extends the discussion of the workshop “Reduce CO2 from buildings with technology to zero emissions” from the 3rd International Holcim Forum.
Zurich, Switzerland – May 19, 2012

Fog collection
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Fog collection is the process of obtaining water from atmospheric moisture using man-made devices such as fog fences or towers. The structures typically support large linear surfaces made from materials such as canvas, mesh, or woven wire that can capture droplets of water through condensation which are collected to supply water for domestic, agricultural or industrial use.

Passive cooling
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Passive cooling is a means of preventing heat from entering the interior spaces of a building and/or removing heat after it has entered such spaces using natural cooling sources to control indoor climates, such as evaporative cooling and passive ventilation.

Passive daylighting
Index of re-inventing construction
Passive daylighting uses natural daylight for lighting in diverse applications. In contrast to active daylighting, where mechanical or other active systems track daylight by following the sun, passive systems are non-mechanical and rely upon building orientation and organization to optimize the use of natural daylight.

Phytoremediation
Phytoremediation is a specific kind of bioremediation that uses plants to remove contaminants from the air, water, or soil. The plants used in phytoremediation can be harvested and the absorbed toxins can therefore be completely disposed of in a responsible manner.

The Holcim Forum is a series of symposiums on the topic of sustainable construction conducted by the Foundation. The event is an academic platform for architects, engineers, construction professionals and specialists of all generations to exchange information on creating a sustainable built environment and thus advancing sustainable development.

The Holcim Forum supports sustainable construction in the scientific field, among experts in the construction sector, business and society, and promotes interdisciplinary dialogue, bring forward new ideas, and examine potential solutions.

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