Choosing 100% biobased insulation materials secures long-term CO₂ storage. This recommendation from the baseline measurement by New Economy for Wesselink (2021) points to fully biobased materials as the way to maximise stored carbon. The production impact of insulation material is often overlooked, leaving the net climate gain unknown.
A baseline measurement makes production, installation and use phase measurable and shows whether insulation is net CO₂-negative. This is relevant for insulation companies, construction firms and clients in the built environment. Source: Nulmeting Wesselink (2021).