- 22. November 2024
EASI ZERo marks two-year milestone in materials innovation
November 2024, the EASI ZERo project reached a significant juncture as 30 dedicated professionals from the consortium convened at the Danish Technological Institute (DTI) in Denmark. Despite the snowy conditions, the atmosphere buzzed with enthusiasm as the team commemorated two years of groundbreaking material innovation and strategized for the final 18 months of the project.
Advancing low-carbon solutions for energy renovation
The EASI ZERo project's primary objective is to deliver a comprehensive component kit of low-carbon, high-performance solutions for energy-efficient building renovations across Europe. As the project enters its final phase, the consortium is proud to report substantial progress across all work packages.
"From advanced materials development showing promising results to ongoing full-scale testing and real use-case simulations, we're seeing the results of our collaborative efforts," says project coordinoator Philippe Thony, CEA-Liten.
Innovative materials
The project's material innovations span a wide range of applications, each contributing to more sustainable and efficient building practices:
- 100% bio-based fungal mycelium insulation panels
- Wood-fibre insulation panels with optimized performance
- Waterglass foam for high insulating fillings
- Insulation render based on recycled materials
- Non-flammable phase change material (PCM) capsules for enhanced heat/cold storage
- Bio-based PUR foam window and door frames
- VOC-removing paint with bio-based resins for improved indoor air quality
- Façade PV panels and colored PV tiles
Looking ahead
As the project moves into its final stages, the consortium is focused on refining these innovations and preparing them for real-world applications.
The meeting concluded with a tour of DTI's state-of-the-art facilities for materials testing and development.
For more information about the EASI ZERo project and its groundbreaking work in sustainable building materials, visit https://easizero.eu/about/