UNECE/FAO Forests’ Post

Choosing the right insulation #material can make a significant difference in #energy efficiency. Untreated #wood takes the lead as a natural insulation champion, making it a go-to choice for traditional log-wood homes in #boreal regions. Its remarkable insulation properties have stood the test of time, offering both #sustainability and #functionality. In contrast, materials like #concrete, #steel, #glass, and #aluminum fall short in insulation capacity. That is why many of these structures require bulky layers of additional insulation – often sourced from #fossil-based products with high embodied #emissions. But here's the game-changer: modern #woodenconstruction combines the natural insulation prowess of wood with sleek design and efficiency. With thinner walls, wooden buildings can provide up to 10% more interior space within the same exterior dimensions compared to other materials. That is #innovation with space to spare. https://lnkd.in/eskFiEMs Photo: Francesco Zivoli on Unsplash

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