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Gardens can be havens for soil animals in towns and cities
Nearly 1000 'citizen scientists' sent in their observations this year on Soil Animal Days 2019. And a surprisingly high number of people tried to do something in return for the vital services these soil creatures provide for us.
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Thin film of energy
PV foil is 'building-integrated': it collects solar energy, and makes the roof waterproof at the same time.
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Deep source of new energy
In addition to conventional thermal energy storage, we use a solution that was developed especially for us.
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Floor = hot = cold
With hot and cold water led through pipes in the concrete floors, we keep the temperature nice and constant.
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Letting in the light
How can we make sure there's enough daylight to work comfortably but not too much sun?
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Green roof 2.0
Imagine an oasis of green high above the bustle of urban life… at NIOO, nature's going through the roof!
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Plants provide power
Need a place to recharge your phone? Our roof features 25 m2 of energy-producing green!
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A living, breathing building
As sustainable as possible, in as many respects as possible: that was the imperative when the Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW) commissioned a new building. And we have done it!
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In pictures
The sustainable NIOO-KNAW building in pictures.
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Carbon storage in nature
Carbon storage is a hot item. Almost literally, as it is closely linked to climate warming. NIOO researchers discover more and more about the role of the living soil within our planet's carbon cycle. That role is: very influential, invaluable and essential for a sustainable climate policy.