Exploring the Potential of Cob as a Sustainable Building Material
By
Lizzie Crook
The bagel they save for the regulars. Don't skim, savour.
Summary
The article discusses the environmental benefits of cob as a construction material and explores the potential to make it more mainstream.
Key quotes
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Its excellent environmental credentials come from its ability to be sourced locally to a site, the fact that it can be recycled and used again and again, and that it can last an exceptionally long time.
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