Design of Novel Eco-Friendly Lightweight Cellulose/Lignin/PVA Composite Xerogels with Superior Thermal Insulation, Flame Retardancy and CO2 Capture

Key Points

• The study aims to create innovative cellulose/lignin/PVA composite xerogels with enhanced functionalities for building materials.
• Developed eco-friendly composites using cellulose, lignin, and PVA.
• Assessed thermal insulation properties, flame retardancy, and CO2 capture efficiency.
• Conducted comparative analysis with existing materials.
• The novel xerogels exhibited superior thermal insulation compared to traditional materials.
• Enhanced flame retardancy was observed in the tested composites.
• The composites showed significant CO2 capture capacity, indicating potential for environmental impact.