Michael Pawlyn: Using nature's genius in architecture

The video explores biomimicry, highlighting nature's efficiency in solving complex problems. It discusses projects like the Eden Project, which uses biological principles for resource-efficient design, and the Mobius Project, which transforms waste into value through closed-loop systems. The Sahara Forest Project aims to reverse desertification using innovative technologies. The video emphasizes the importance of sustainable design and positive innovation for future challenges.

What are spinneret glands and what do they produce?

How does the spider's silk compare to human-made fibers?

What are the three big changes needed for sustainability according to the text?

Describe the Cardboard to Caviar Project and its significance.

What is the Mobius Project and what does it aim to achieve?

Explain how the Sahara Forest Project aims to reverse desertification.

What role does the Namibian fog-basking beetle play in water conservation?

How does the Seawater Greenhouse function and what are its benefits?

Discuss the importance of symbiotic relationships in ecosystems as mentioned in the text.

What are the potential synergies between concentrated solar power and the Seawater Greenhouse?