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Ana Rute Costa

Is the course leader of the BA (Hons) Architecture at Lancaster University, chartered architect and certified Passivhaus Designer, fostering to create dynamic links and knowledge exchange between academia and industry.

Her main research focus on accelerating material reuse in construction trough material passports, reducing the whole life carbon and enabling circular economy.

She is also an educational researcher with a strong specialism in learning and teaching spaces. Her research focuses on analysing the impact of the built environment in teaching and learning through ethnographic and visual research methods.

She see the world as a big house that we all need to look after; together we can make a change and contribute to a better built environment.

Demolishing buildings is bad for the planet – here’s an alternative

Jul 24, 2024 11:34 am UTC| Insights & Views Nature

The construction industry is not on track to decarbonise by 2050 and uses more resources than most. In 2020, the UK produced a staggering 59.1 million tonnes of non-hazardous construction and demolition waste. Despite most...

Economy

Wall Street Braces for Volatility as Jobs Data Signals Slower U.S. Economic Growth

Weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs data has reignited concerns about the economys strength, as Wall Street braces for increased volatility. The SP 500 saw significant declines, with investors questioning whether the Federal...

Britain Needs $1.3 Trillion Investment Over Next Decade to Boost Economic Growth

Britains economy requires an additional $1.3 trillion in investment over the next decade to meet ambitious growth targets, according to a new report. The report emphasizes the need for annual investments of 100 billion,...

푸틴, 미-러 주요 포로 교환에 도움 준 사우디 왕세자에게 감사 표시

러시아 블라디미르 푸틴 대통령은 목요일, 사우디아라비아의 무함마드 빈 살만 왕세자에게 미-러 간의 가장 큰 포로 교환을 조직하는 데 기여한 것에 대해 감사를 표했다. 미국 언론인 에반 거슈코비치(Evan Gershkovich)와 전직 미...

월가 분석가들, 연초 대비 50% 하락한 니오 주식에 대해 점점 더 긍정적인 전망

니오(NIO Inc, NYSE, HK:9866)가 연초 대비 50% 급락했음에도 불구하고, 월가 분석가들은 회사의 미래 전망에 대해 점점 더 낙관적인 견해를 보이고 있다. 제프리스(Jefferies)와 시티 리서치(Citi Research)는 니오가 회복할 가능성에...

헤지펀드, 주식 계속 매도 중이라는 새로운 데이터 나타나

씨티(Citi)는 수요일 메모에서 지난주 롱온리(long-only) 매니저들이 모든 섹터에서 순유입을 보이며 계속해서 주식을 매수했다고 밝혔다. 가장 큰 매수 증가는 기술, 부동산, 금융 부문에서 나타났으며, 소재, 산업, 에너지 부문은...

Politics

White House Confirms Joe Biden Won’t Pardon Son Hunter After Guilty Plea, Sparking Political Debate

The White House has reaffirmed that President Joe Biden will not issue a pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, following the younger Bidens recent guilty plea in a federal case. This decision, made clear by senior...

Kamala Harris Poised to Outshine Donald Trump in Upcoming Debate, Betting Markets Predict

Vice President Kamala Harris is emerging as the clear favorite in the upcoming debate against former President Donald Trump, according to recent Polymarket betting odds. As the debate draws near, political analysts and...

Donald Trump Surges Ahead of Kamala Harris in Key Swing States, Polls Show Major Lead in Arizona and Georgia

Donald Trump is gaining significant ground in key battleground states ahead of the 2024 election, with new data showing the former president pulling ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris by substantial margins. According...

Donald Trump Fury: Melania's Husband Calls for End to 'Political Witch Hunt' as Judge Postpones Sentencing in Hush Money Case Until After Election

Former President Donald Trump has once again taken aim at the legal system following the latest development in his hush money case. Judge Juan Merchans decision to delay Trumps sentencing until after the 2024 presidential...

'Biggest Crybaby' Donald Trump Draws Criticism for Complaints Ahead of Kamala Harris Debate

Donald Trump is under fire once again, this time for his complaints about the upcoming debate with Vice President Kamala Harris. As the political spotlight intensifies ahead of the highly anticipated event, Trumps recent...

Science

SpaceX President Urges Brazil to End Sanctions on Starlink Amid Financial Account Freeze

SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell has called on Brazil to end sanctions against Starlink, citing the recent freezing of the companys financial accounts and threats to revoke its ISP license. The move has sparked tensions...

Boeing’s Starliner Begins Critical Return from ISS After Months in Space Delays

Boeings Starliner spacecraft undocked from the ISS on September 6, beginning its journey back to Earth after months of delays caused by a thruster malfunction. The deorbit burn, scheduled for late evening, will determine...

SpaceX Hits 7,000-Starlink Milestone with Successful Falcon 9 Launch of 21 Satellites

SpaceX achieved a significant milestone on September 5, launching 21 additional Starlink satellites, surpassing 7,000 in orbit. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral, marking the 15th flight for this specific...

SpaceX Set for Back-to-Back Launches with Starlink and Polaris Dawn Missions This Week

SpaceX is gearing up for two consecutive launches this week, with a Starlink mission scheduled for September 5, followed by the groundbreaking Polaris Dawn mission on September 6. These launches mark SpaceXs return to...

John Deere Tests Starlink-Powered Connectivity for Farming Equipment in U.S. and Brazil

John Deere is testing Starlinks satellite internet technology in an early access program aimed at enhancing agricultural connectivity. The trials, conducted in the U.S. and Brazil, explore how Starlink can improve machine...

Technology

Huawei Shares Mate XT Tri-Fold Design Details Ahead of Official Launch

Huawei has unveiled the design of the Mate XT tri-fold, offering a preview of its rear structure. The device is expected to launch soon, drawing attention for its unique folding mechanism. Huawei Mate XT Design...

Vitalik Buterin’s 10-Year Ethereum Plan Teases Critical Network Changes and Future Advancements

Vitalik Buterin has outlined his vision for Ethereums next decade, hinting at critical changes aimed at advancing the networks capabilities. His 10-year roadmap suggests developments that could elevate Ethereums...

Bill Gates Reveals His Favorite ChatGPT Feature While Cautioning About AI’s Threat to Society

Bill Gates recently discussed his favorite feature in ChatGPTits meeting summarieswhile cautioning about the broader threat AI could pose, particularly in spreading disinformation and its impact on society. Gates Go-To...

Nintendo Switch 2 Reportedly in Mass Production, March 2025 Release Date Hinted by Industry Analysts

Nintendo has allegedly started mass production of its upcoming Switch 2 console, according to industry insiders. The console, expected to release in March 2025, promises to build on the success of its predecessor with...

Tesla’s Patent Filings Reveal Future Wireless Home EV Charging System for Self-Driving Cars

Recent patent filings from Tesla reveal the development of a wireless home EV charging station designed to support its vision for autonomous driving. The technology could provide efficient, hands-free charging for electric...