Electrical and Technology

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the most promising and widely used sustainable building materials in 2025, grouped by category with key advantages, applications, and real-world performance notes. 1. High-Performance Natural & Bio-Based Materials  Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) & Mass Timber – Sequester carbon (1 m³ of wood stores ~1 ton of CO₂) – Now used in buildings up to 25–30 stories (e.g., Ascent in Milwaukee, 86.6 m, 2022; new projects pushing 40+ stories) – Fire-rated systems + acoustic improvements make it viable for mid/high-rise. Hempcrete (hemp-lime composite) – Carbon-negative (hemp absorbs CO₂ rapidly, lime reabsorbs CO₂ while curing) – Excellent thermal mass + breathability → reduces heating/cooling loads 30–50 % – Mostly used for infill walls and insulation in Europe & North America. Mycelium (mushroom) composites – Grown in days, fully compostable – Used for insulation panels, acoustic tiles, and even load-bearing bricks (strength now reaching 2–5 MPa)....