CoolEarth is an innovation programme dedicated to developing next-generation, bio-stabilized earth blocks (BEB 2.0) and natural sealers to replace carbon-intensive cement and fired bricks. Led by CoolBricks in collaboration with universities, designers, and construction partners, the initiative transforms humanity’s oldest building material into a modern, circular, and scalable solution without compromising durability, affordability, or performance.
Beyond material science, the programme investigates how earth construction integrates into contemporary architecture and industrial systems. Through lab research, real-world demonstrations, and public engagement, CoolEarth bridges traditional knowledge with modern innovation to accelerate a regenerative, climate-resilient transition in global construction.
Project Partners
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CoolBricks (Lead Partner / Penvoerder)
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Avans Hogeschool (MNEXT / Living Green Lab)
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HZ University of Applied Sciences
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Bouwbedrijf Versteegden
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What Design Can Do
Project Funders
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This project is co-funded by the OP Zuid program & European Union
