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Solarpunk Urbanism

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“How do you cool a building without air conditioning? Using an approach called biomimicry, see how architect Mick Pearce harnessed the ingenuity of termites to design a natural cooling system for the largest commercial building in Zimbabwe.”

Using the technology inspired by a termite mound, The Eastgate Centre in central Harare, Zimbabwe uses up to 35% less energy than other buildings.

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[–] [email protected] 12 points 1 month ago

Beyond any practical benefit, what a building! Tons of visual interest there.

[–] [email protected] 10 points 1 month ago

What a champion of an architect! Love the excess surface area, overhangs and ventilation shafts - brilliant work!

I'm sure lots of locations around the world would benefit, I'm curious at Te extra expense but it rather it be capital than ongoing cost any day!