WE Built This House of Straw

In this episode of the Refurb and Retrofit podcast, host Matt Milloy speaks with Cypren Edmunds, head of Straw Building UK, about the potential of straw as a sustainable building material. They discuss the organization's mission to promote straw building, the challenges and misconceptions surrounding its use, and the benefits of straw in terms of insulation and environmental impact. Cypren emphasizes the abundance of straw in the UK and the need for greater awareness and education about its advantages. The conversation also touches on the importance of community engagement and the role of advocates in promoting straw building as a viable alternative in the construction industry.

Great episode from Cypren, here's what we discuss;

Straw Building UK aims to promote straw as a sustainable building material.
Straw has excellent thermal insulation properties compared to conventional materials.
There are misconceptions about straw's safety and effectiveness in construction.
Straw is abundant in the UK and can significantly contribute to housing solutions.
Education and awareness are crucial for increasing straw's adoption in construction.
Community engagement projects are helping to develop skills in straw building.
Advocates for straw building are essential for changing perceptions in the industry.
Straw buildings can be fire resistant when properly constructed.
The long-term benefits of straw include lower energy costs and healthier living environments.
The future of straw building in the UK looks promising with increasing interest and support.

Find out more at:

https://www.strawbuildinguk.org/