One of the toughest decisions in green building is the choice of insulation. Each type has its own set of virtues and problems. Last summer I wrote an article to try and address this confusion. I didn ...

Natural insulation materials such as hemp, sheep’s wool and fl ax are becoming widely recognised for their sustainability. A growing concern for the environment, alongside a need to reduce the energy ...

While most Mongolians use imported material made from plastic, glass or rocks to insulate their homes against the country’s hot summers and freezing winters, a Czech non-government organisation has ...