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Microbes pave the way for a living, green alternative to cement in buildings
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Technion project, which sees microorganisms bind sand while absorbing carbon dioxide, is one of 16 on show at Triennale Milano
July 9, 2025, 11:41 am
Microbes pave the way for a living, green alternative to cement in buildings
Technion project, which sees microorganisms bind sand while absorbing carbon dioxide, is one of 16 on show at Triennale Milano
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June 19, 2020, 3:27 pm
Peretz declares cement import tariffs, is swiftly shot down by finance minister
Economy minister says plan to raise taxes on building materials needed to protect local industry, but Israel Katz won’t back it, claims it goes against his free-market policies
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November 26, 2018, 1:46 pm
Cement workers block major Tel Aviv highway in 2nd such protest over imports
Employees of Hartuv plant oppose decision not to impose levies on cheap imported cement, in threat to their factory
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