Sweetwoods - Lignin-based insulation foams

Lignin-based insulation foams

Bio-based insulation foams produced using Lignova™ lignin recovered from hardwood residues.

Product details

Application area
Construction
Product type
Films, coatings & foams
Feedstock type
Lignin & wood residues
Programme
BBI JU
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About

SWEETWOODS has demonstrated insulation foams using high-purity lignin produced from hardwood residues at its industrial biorefinery. The lignin replaces part of the fossil-derived material input in the insulation formulation.

The foams create a higher-value construction application for forestry residues and demonstrate how industrial-scale lignin can be incorporated into building materials.

Key benefits

  • Uses lignin recovered from hardwood residues
  • Replaces fossil-derived material inputs in insulation
  • Creates a construction application for industrial-scale lignin

Application

  • Building insulation