Abstract
This paper explores the innovative use of eco-bricks in constructing a cat shelter, merging sustainability with animal welfare. Conventional construction materials often impose significant environmental burdens due to resource extraction and waste generation. Eco bricks, crafted from compacted non-recyclable plastic waste, offer a promising solution by reducing plastic pollution while providing durable building components. By incorporating eco-bricks into various structural elements like walls, flooring, and furniture, the shelter not only addresses environmental concerns but also enhances functionality and resilience. Furthermore, the adoption of eco-bricks encourages community involvement through plastic waste collection initiatives, fostering environmental consciousness among volunteers and supporters. This abstract introduces a pioneering approach to sustainable shelter construction, benefiting both animals and the environment. Through the utilisation of eco-bricks, cat shelters can mitigate their ecological footprint while offering essential care and refuge to homeless felines.
Metadata
| Item Type: | Conference or Workshop Item (Paper) |
|---|---|
| Creators: | Creators Email / ID Num. Nur Ain Maisarah UNSPECIFIED Nur Atikah UNSPECIFIED Ungku Putri Syarlina UNSPECIFIED Nur Zayanah Syahirah UNSPECIFIED |
| Subjects: | Q Science > QH Natural history - Biology > > Ecology T Technology > TH Building construction > Architectural engineering. Structural engineering of buildings > Sustainable buildings. Sustainable construction |
| Divisions: | Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak > Seri Iskandar Campus > Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying |
| Journal or Publication Title: | Proceeding for International Undergraduates Get Together 2024 (IUGeT 2024) Undergraduates’ Digital Engagement Towards Global Ingenuity. 2nd Edition |
| Event Title: | Proceeding for International Undergraduates Get Together 2024 (IUGeT 2024) Undergraduates’ Digital Engagement Towards Global Ingenuity. 2nd Edition |
| Event Dates: | November |
| Page Range: | pp. 42-46 |
| Keywords: | Sustainability, Environment, Ecology |
| Date: | 2024 |
| URI: | https://ir.uitm.edu.my/id/eprint/118668 |
