Cradle to Cradle principles in action
More than 50% of the building materials for Project Moringa were chosen and designed with reuse in mind, prioritizing Cradle to Cradle Certified® materials. The modular design, specifically the modular structure of the timber façade, allows for easy dismantling and separating and the end of the building’s lifecycle, enabling the components to be reused. This feature is known as timber cascading, whereby wood is put to primary use before it is reused, recycled and finally burnt for energy, is seen as key in helping to transition the construction industry into a closed-loop supply chain system.Read more:
In addition to functioning as a materials bank, the building will also contribute to other important sustainability endeavours including eliminating pollutants, using materials that are safe for humans and the environment, reducing carbon, using renewable energy and implementing energy- and water-efficient processes. The design facilitates the collection and treatment of rainwater and gray water, which is then used for irrigation and other non-potable water functions. Strategic green spaces constructed in and around the building, both horizontal and vertical, will have a cooling effect on the microclimate in hot weather while helping to improve local air quality and boost biodiversity.
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