The fresh findings in Pompeii showcase walls adorned with bright blue paint and stunning frescoes, revealing a glimpse into Roman artistic and infrastructural advancements.
The light tan, granular material found at the excavation site is the precursor to concrete, vital for infrastructure like aqueducts that brought hygiene and water to cities.
Modern concrete pales in comparison to Roman concrete, which is more resilient, but contemporary production methods are significant contributors to climate change due to high carbon emissions.
Researchers are studying Roman concrete to innovate greener, longer-lasting construction materials, inspired by the durability of Roman marine concretes that have withstood harsh conditions for millennia.
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