Biomimicry is a scientific approach that draws inspiration from nature to solve human problems. By studying how animals and plants adapt to their environments, researchers can develop innovative solutions to everyday challenges. The article highlights four promising examples of biomimicry in action: chameleon grasshoppers that change color in response to temperature, silkworm cocoons that filter out CO2, desert iguanas that lighten their skin to regulate temperature, and air-purifying plants that absorb CO2 and release oxygen. These natural solutions can be adapted to design and engineer solutions for buildings, such as chromatic sensors, coatings, and self-powered CO2 sensors. Biomimicry encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and can be applied to various fields beyond building energy systems. The article concludes that biomimicry is a powerful tool for rethinking problems and can lead to innovative solutions for a more sustainable future.
Biomimicry’s innovations will revolutionize the built environment, as architects and engineers harness nature’s genius to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient structures.
