The challenge of insulating rammed earth: recommendations based on literature review

Key Points

• Rammed earth buildings face insulation challenges that affect their thermal performance, requiring effective strategies.
• Research indicates that optimizing insulation can enhance energy efficiency in rammed earth structures.
• Literature review identifies best practices for insulation methods tailored to rammed earth as a building material.
• Improving thermal performance is crucial for sustainability, yet further studies are needed for practical implementation.