Applying thermal insulation in building envelope is a promising approach for energy efficient
building. The mainstream thermal insulation products are however produced from …

Within the context of climate change and the environmental impact of the building industry,
insulation materials contribute to improving the thermal performance of buildings, thus …

The environmental implications of rice straw cultivation in the Spanish city of Valencia have
generated controversy in recent decades. The paddy fields surround a natural park called …

The construction industry significantly impacts climate change, highlighting the urgent need
for exploring sustainable building solutions. Among the potential candidates, straw bale …

This study rigorously assesses the latest advancements in sustainable building materials,
focusing on their classification, innovative production technologies, and performance …

A growing awareness of the environmental impact of construction materials is leading to
development of more sustainable building products, with particular attention focussed on bio …

Straw has been used as a building material for many centuries, and due to its outstanding
physical properties such as great thermal and acoustical insulation, energy efficiency and …

On a global scale, millions of tons of diverse agricultural residues are generated annually.
Most of these wastes are burned or dumped in landfills, which causes environmental …

Bio-based materials are showing great potential to be widely used in construction industry,
while reducing fire risk and improving fire resistance of these alternatives also become a …

This paper presents findings from a research project that aimed to develop the use of wheat
straw bales as non-load bearing building insulation with a new prototype insulation product …