[BLDG-SIM] "Green" Insulation Materials

[Tupper, Kendra]

Does anyone know of any insulation materials that are particularly
environmentally friendly in terms of embodied energy and life cycle
cost?

I am familiar with a soy-based spray foam and have heard of recycled
denim insulation being used in residential projects, but this is for a
large commercial project in which code requires flame retardant
insulation.

Any ideas on green insulation materials that could be used in commercial
buildings?

Thanks a lot!

Kendra Tupper
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