Iceberg-Shaped Floating Skyscraper Purifies Air, zaps carbon dioxide into fresh, breathable air
The “Heal-Berg” is a concept for a futuristic skyscraper that could usher in a new era of sustainable architecture. Shaped like a majestic iceberg, this floating marvel aspires to heal the Earth by capturing and transforming harmful carbon dioxide into life-giving oxygen. This innovative design, dreamt up by the creative minds of Luca Beltrame (Italy) and Saba Nabavi Tafreshi (Iran), garnered an honorable mention in the prestigious Evolo 2017 Skyscraper Competition.
In their submission, the inventors wrote: “Our vision for HEAL-BERG is to develop independent complexes (in terms of energy and mobility), created to cease, heal and reverse the approach of climate modification and its impacts on the planet.
We went on a mission to gather some of the most recent innovative technologies breakthroughs from all about the planet, and combine them as components of a higher embodiment operating as a entire to realize a aim, survival.”
Envisioned for deployment in Antarctica by 2022, the Heal-Berg would function as a multi-pronged environmental solution. Here’s a glimpse into its four key functionalities:
Air Purification: The structure utilizes groundbreaking laser technology developed at the University of California, Davis. These lasers act as “carbon zappers,” effectively transforming captured carbon dioxide into fresh, breathable air. The Heal-Berg’s mobility allows it to be strategically positioned in areas most in need of air purification efforts.
Clean Energy Generation: The design incorporates ingenious methods to harness clean energy. Salinity osmotic gradient power, which utilizes the difference in salt concentration between ocean water layers, will be one source. Additionally, strategically placed wind turbines will capture the power of wind currents.
Advanced Materials: The Heal-Berg’s construction leverages graphene, an incredibly lightweight material boasting strength 200 times that of steel. This translates to a remarkably sturdy yet surprisingly light structure.
Beyond Sustainability: The Heal-Berg is more than just an air purifier and power plant. This innovative concept also incorporates residential units, making it a self-contained community. Integrated drone technology would provide a convenient and futuristic mode of transportation for residents.
Source: Evolo
The Heal-Berg stands as a testament to the power of human ingenuity in tackling environmental challenges. While currently a concept, it offers a glimpse into a future where technology and architecture join forces to heal our planet.
