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Sustainable Insulation
Sustainable insulation will not only help reduce your carbon footprint and energy expenses by enhancing a building's thermal envelope, it's also made using materials that possess low embodied carbon, are sustainably sourced, and can be either composted or recycled, reducing the chances of ending up in landfills.
The most efficient eco insulation materials can match synthetic insulation materials' thermal characteristics while also providing additional beneficial qualities that can help make a building a more comfortable and healthier place to be.
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Sustainable Insulation products in the Scottish construction industryThis document has investigated the current natural fibre and recycled (NF+RI) products available in the UK, with a particular focus on Scotland using local and regional supply chains.
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Innovation and commercialisation of Scottish homegrown wood fibre insulationThe primary aim of the study is to explore the potential for the commercialisation and innovation of Scottish wood fibre insulation in the construction industry. This study will be of particular interest to developers, architects and building owners aiming for netzero and beyond whilst considering energy efficiency, healthy and low carbon living.