| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2025 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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2025 Technical Division Student Poster Contest
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| Presentation Title |
SPU-17: Bio-Insulation Decreases VOCs and Improves Human Health
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| Author(s) |
Joshua Carlson, Daniel Casey, Erin Clingerman, Naszir Mantilla, Molly Rodgers |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Naszir Mantilla |
| Abstract Scope |
Fiberglass building insulation emits CO2 gas in manufacturing and produces harmful VOCs. This presents a health risk with prolonged interaction, as is the case for installers and laborers. Bio-insulation produces a significantly safer range of VOCs and will emit less CO2 over its lifetime. The bio-insulation is made from cellulose processed from agricultural waste and is a direct alternative to fiberglass insulation. The use of bio-insulation promotes a cleaner environment and safer working conditions, sustainability in reduced waste and resource usage, and supports farmers by adding value to their agricultural waste. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Undecided |
| Keywords |
Biomaterials, Sustainability, |