Engineering Matters

#184 The Future of Old Cities

Oct 13, 2022 · 34:02

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Cities must become 'carbon negative' to meet net zero goals.
Retrofitting old, inefficient buildings presents a major challenge.
Embodied carbon suggests preserving existing structures over demolition.

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