The Potential of the Reed as a Regenerative Building Material—Characterisation of Its Durability, Physical, and Thermal Performances

The Potential of the Reed as a Regenerative Building Material—Characterisation of Its Durability, Physical, and Thermal Performances

Knowing the properties of vernacular materials is crucial to heritage conservation and to develop innovative solutions. Reed, considered to be a carbon-neutral and a carbon dioxide sink material, has been used for centuries for diverse uses. Its high availability and properties made it a popular bui...

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Main Authors: Raphaele Malheiro, Adriana Ansolin, Christiane Guarnier, Jorge Fernandes, Maria Teresa Amorim, Sandra Monteiro Silva, Ricardo Mateus
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Series:Energies
Subjects:
reed (<i>Arundo donax</i>)
material characterisation
sustainability
natural materials
vernacular architecture
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/14/14/4276

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