Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics IBP

Bamboo is an ideal substitute for wood. However, bamboo’s susceptibility to mold in damp conditions poses a problem. Researchers at Fraunhofer have now analyzed bamboo’s response to moisture under specific climatic conditions. By using simulation software, building owners can plan and implement measures to prevent the growth of mold.

Climate change is causing a persistent increase in the number of hot summer days. Against this backdrop, a significant increase in new cooling systems installations is anticipated, which in turn will give rise to increased energy consumption. One potential cost-effective alternative is to use existing heating systems. The heat pumps in these systems can be reverse operated to provide effective cooling. 

How do infectious aerosols spread in supermarkets, airplanes, and other
indoor areas where large numbers of people congregate? Led by the Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics IBP, researchers from a total of 15 Fraunhofer institutes and institutions are studying this in the AVATOR project, short for Anti-Virus Aerosol: Testing, Operation, Reduction. 

The introduction and roll out of Product Stewardship and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) often pose major challenges to companies. To master these successfully, it is essential to avoid common mistakes right from the start and to align all actions with the latest state of the art and best practise approaches. Read more in the White Paper. It is available free of charge

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