How can biomimicry be applied to environmental issues?

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In summary, biomimicry, the practice of taking inspiration from nature to solve human problems, can be applied to various environmental issues. By studying the strategies and designs of living organisms, scientists and engineers can develop sustainable solutions for challenges such as waste management, energy production, and resource conservation. Examples include using the structure of termite mounds to design energy-efficient buildings and mimicking the self-cleaning properties of lotus leaves to create water-repellent surfaces. Overall, biomimicry offers a promising approach to addressing environmental issues while also promoting a deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world.
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Looking forward to reading up on lots of interesting topics but also learn more about some stuff that is near and dear to my heart. I am big on the environment and biomimcry and hope to shed light on understanding some conundrums I have faced with my own work. i have faith some of you bright minds within this forum can help me as I have run out of options getting answers from google. My physics knowledge is quite superficial so I will be most likely be doing lots of googling to understand what everyone is discussing. But, I find physics one of the most fascinating topics one can chat about.

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