Three Environmentally-Conscious Insulation Panels

The insulants also provide fire- and moisture-resistance with sound abatement properties.

Though insulation is primarily used for its thermal properties and how it can contribute to the energy efficiency performance of a building, it can also provide protection against moisture and fire, as well as help with sound absorption. However, traditionally, insulation products have not been manufactured with the most environmentally friendly materials in mind, containing pollutants such as formaldehyde. Below are three insulants that have been made considering their potential environmental impacts.

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Selin Ashaboglu

Selin Ashaboglu is a former assistant editor of products and technology for ARCHITECT and Architectural Lighting. She graduated from Wheaton College, Mass., with a bachelor's degree in English, and minors in Journalism and Studio Art. In the past, she has contributed to Time Out Istanbul, and copy edited for the Smithsonian Institution Scholarly Press.

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