A green alternative to cement

An update on the Technnion’s CyanoGems project (see here previously) that uses cyanobacteria to produce calcium carbonate for building materials. In the process photosynthesis absorbs atmospheric carbon dioxide to reduce global greenhouse gases.

https://www.timesofisrael.com/microbes-pave-the-way-for-a-living-green-alternative-to-cement-in-buildings/

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