The concept of eco-construction or ecological construction can vary from one specialist to another. However, all agree that the aim is to favour healthy construction, using natural materials, because “a building must above all be adapted to people, the well-being of its occupants being of paramount importance”. And this was already the objective of the “ntaolo” (elders) when it came to sustainable construction.
Source photo : Axian Foundation
With the support of the Axian Foundation and Alpha Ciment SA (formerly Cementis), Père Pédro’s Akamasoa centre is also focusing on eco-construction.
In Madagascar, architects, town planners and construction engineers are increasingly calling on builders to stop using toxic substances in the industrial manufacture of building materials. The aim is also to use new technologies to limit the negative impact of human settlements on the environment, and to reduce the energy consumption of buildings, houses and flats. More specifically, it calls for improved thermal insulation and more responsible construction techniques. At the same time, more attention is being paid to the origin of the materials used and their management (disposal, recovery) at the end of their life…
Read the full article by Liva Rakotondrasata in our edition of JDA 16, currently being distributed throughout the region…
