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This new process could create emission-free cement
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This electrochemical process developed by MIT researchers could eliminate the current fossil-fuel-dependent system
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31 Oct 19
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If you have any other questions about the Design Indaba Conference and Simulcast please feel free to contact us at hello@designindaba.com.
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29 Oct 19
A fresh perspective on the traditional practices of sustainability
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How can a chair and a shoebox contribute to a more ecologically sustainable future?
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27 Oct 19
How can designers address the UN Sustainable Development Goals?
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#antenna2019 speakers have developed forward-thinking projects with this question in mind.
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15 Oct 19
The designers combating air pollution
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From smog eating roof tiles to sweatshirts that react to different kinds of pollution and more.
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14 Oct 19
Here is what to expect at the #antenna2019 exhibition
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Come see innovative projects including ones looking at redesigning hearing aids, photography and converting waste into ink.
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12 Oct 19
Sheltersuit is a wearable shelter for homeless people
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"Homelessness is a global problem and Sheltersuit, as we see it, is a solution that fits in any country," says designer Bas Timmer.
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11 Oct 19
Lauren Bowker is making the world a little more colourful
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The designer and innovator believes in pushing the limits of science, textiles and the natural world.
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10 Oct 19
Is algae the material of the future?
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We take a look at how this ancient aquatic life may hold the secrets to a sustainable future.
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8 Oct 19
Indian studio develops zero-energy, terracotta air conditioner
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New-Delhi-based Ant Studio’s clay cooling installation is both beautiful and functional.
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8 Oct 19
South African student tackles plastic waste with edible straws
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Chemical engineering student Leila Siljeur has won R50 000 for her “Eat Me Straws”, a collection of edible and environmentally-friendly straws.
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7 Oct 19
How Nelly Ben Hayoun is challenging the music and film industry
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Her new documentary, informed by the philosophy of Hannah Arendt, explores what are the origins of knowledge.
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1 Oct 19
We're proud to announce the £5,000 winner of the Dundeed Challenge!
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Debalina Bera's project The Welcome Tent impressed the judges with its focus on food as a catalyst for communities to find a voice.
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1 Oct 19
These designers are merging tech and product design for more inclusive products
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We look at the work of designers who are trying to make products that tackle access for those with disabilities.
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30 Sep 19
Behind antenna and its impact on future changemakers in design
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“Antenna gave us a platform to share a story and to be bold about it. I don’t know if other graduate programmes like this exist.”
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27 Sep 19
Vietnamese designers create sneakers from coffee beans
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Rens Originals is the sneaker brand that is taking your ground coffee waste and turning it into some of the freshest sneakers out there.
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20 Sep 19
BioSolar Leaf is cleaning the air and putting food on the table
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Experimenting with alternative ways to grow food, Arborea is tackling climate change one BioSolar Leaf at a time.
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20 Sep 19
Carlo Ratti's juice bar ensures that no drop goes to waste
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Italian innovation and design firm Carlo Ratti Associati’s ‘Feel the Peel’ juice bar creates bioplastic cups made from oranges.
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18 Sep 19
The DisOrdinary Architecture Project is creating inclusive urban spaces
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“People are only disabled when they are confronted with a barrier. If those barriers are removed, the disability ceases to exist.”
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17 Sep 19
How AeroDelft is saving the skies
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Student researchers from the Delft University of Technology are making aviation a little greener by trading in jet fuel for hydrogen-powered cells.
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16 Sep 19
Meet the speakers at this year's antenna conference
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#antenna2019, hosted by Design Indaba, Dutch Design Week and World Design Embassies, is taking place today in Eindhoven.
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13 Sep 19
First ever global scientific eating plan forgets the world’s poor
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A team of 37 world-leading scientists from 16 countries have just released the world’s first ever scientific eating plan, but how inclusive is it?
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11 Sep 19
Kye Shimizu is coding to fix the wasteful fashion industry
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His project Algorithmic Couture merges tradition and technology to produce zero-waste garments.
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9 Sep 19
Three fashionable items designed for the differently abled
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Grace Jun and her team at the Open Style Lab are creating functional and stylish clothing that considers everyone.
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23 Aug 19
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