ARTiculations YouTube Channel features Colorado Earth

Concrete is the most widely used material in the world, but it also has a huge carbon footprint. The production of portland cement, the main ingredient of concrete, releases a lot of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. How can we make concrete more sustainable and climate-friendly? In this article, Wil Srubar, a professor of civil…

Colorado Earth was recently featured in Colorado Public Radio – All Things Considered. The article, ‘Dirt doesn’t burn’: Why some Marshall fire victims are rebuilding their homes with earthen blocks, talks about Colorado Earth’s fire-resistant bricks and how homeowners could use them to build more resilient neighborhoods.

Colorado is home to many companies dedicated to providing sustainable materials for builders. We spoke with three local companies about their products and the environmental benefits they offer. One of the three companies was Colorado Earth.

The article introduces Colorado Earth discussing the technique of earth-block construction in New Zealand and how it’s applied it to Colorado’s climate and building codes. The article highlights the benefits of earth-block homes, such as lower carbon footprints, use of local materials, and resistance to extreme weather events.

Fire is one of the most devastating natural hazards that can destroy homes and lives. How can homeowners protect their properties from fire damage? In this article, Chris Maierhofer, a fire engineer and researcher, shares his insights on how to design and build a fireproof home. He explains the principles of fire behavior, the materials…

The article discusses a house design by Colorado Earth, located in Castle Rock, Colorado, that uses compressed earth blocks for its walls. These walls are fireproof and help to keep the heat in during colder months and out during heat waves due to the slow transfer of heat through the 10-inch-thick walls. Sensor data collected…