Life cycle analysis of a biodegradable thermoacoustic material.
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Sustainable construction faces the growing need to reduce the environmental impact of the materials used, especially in terms of thermal and acoustic insulation. However, many traditional materials for these purposes, such as synthetic plastics and petrochemical-based insulators, are non-biodegradable and have a high environmental impact. This research addressed the life cycle analysis of a biodegradable thermoacoustic material. The increasing production of conventional plastic waste significantly contributes to residual pollution and also impacts the increase in greenhouse gases. It is evident that innovative proposals are needed to mitigate polluting impacts and promote eco-friendly practices in materials production. Furthermore, a market study was conducted to determine the product's level of acceptance and the target segments, thus defining the target market. The market study allowed for an approximation of the thermoacoustic material's selling price and determined its market viability.
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