The use of thermal insulation materials significantly reduces buildings’ heating and cooling needs, slashing related energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Using bio-based materials for both new buildings and deep renovations can augment benefits, addressing the insulation material shortage while moving towards a circular economy.

The EU-funded BIO4EEB project will use non-hazardous bio-based materials such as the seagrass Posidonia oceanica and various bio-based foams to develop smart components for external and internal use. Marketability will include demonstration of a short seven-year return on investment. The bio-based materials will significantly reduce environmental impact relative to current solutions while enabling tremendous energy (and cost) savings for building owners and occupants.

Start date: July 2022 - End date: June 2026

Partners

• LENZE-LUIG 3-L-PLAN GBR
• FOCCHI SPA
• SOPHIA HIGH TECH SRL
• SOLINTEL M & P SL
• STARCELL S.P.A.
• AIMPLAS - ASOCIACION DE INVESTIGACION DE MATERIALES PLASTICOS Y CONEXAS

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