In an innovative leap in sustainable construction, a collaboration between EPFL, ETH Zurich, and Archiplein has led to the development of a novel type of non-reinforced concrete made from stone offcuts. This method, steeped in material science and sustainable architecture ethos, significantly reduces reliance on carbon-intensive cement-based binders, turning instead to ancient techniques. The research team tapped into historical archives, tracing back to Roman times and up through the 18th and 19th centuries, mostly from France and Germany. Their objective was to rediscover old concrete and cement formulas that could leverage unprocessed stone offcuts and mortars with minimal cement content. … Continue reading Eco-Concrete Breakthrough: Swiss Experts Leverage Ancient Techniques for Modern Building