Neither Bricks nor Cement: This School in Delhi Is Stronger, Cheaper & Better

Earthbag school in India
Earthbag school in India

The school was built by NGO Lakshyam and Geeli Mitti. What makes it so special is that it was built using neither bricks, nor cement!

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A home built with earthbags

S. Samyuktha experiments with sustainable architecture with her Earthbag construction
S. Samyuktha experiments with sustainable architecture with her Earthbag construction

S. Samyuktha’s new house under construction at Valukkaparai is a little different from the usual – it has no bricks or cement. An architect by profession, Samyuktha was always interested in sustainable architecture and implemented the concept of Earthbag construction for her house.

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Two-Story Thin-wall Earthbag Construction in India

Thin-wall earthbag eco training centre in India
Thin-wall earthbag eco training centre in India

Sacred Earth Trust (SET) is an NGO based in Bodhgaya, Bihar, India working on sustainable development in Sacred sites, headed by Lillian Sum. The main focus has been on developing environmental education through practical eco solutions.

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First Earthbag Toilet Prototype Completed in India

First ever hyperadobe earthbag toilet in India
First ever hyperadobe earthbag toilet in India

Great news from Kateryna Zemskova of Good Earth Nepal.org: “We are proud to announce the completion of our first hyperadobe toilet in Madurai, India. [For new readers: hyperadobe uses raschel mesh earthbags. See this hyperadobe step-by-step article with photos and building directions. Also, you can search our blog for further details.]

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On the Road in India: American NGO workers build low cost houses in Madurai


Another media report about our earthbag project in India. We’ve managed to get in the newspaper or TV every day this week. Channel News7 Tamil said they will produce a half hour show very soon with full coverage of the meeting room that’s under construction. Once it’s completed, small groups will be able to meet around a conference table, watch digital presentations and enjoy snacks and beverages. This concept fits perfectly with Anna University’s emphasis on entrepreneurship and sustainable building.

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