Future of the Environment

This insulation is made from stone, and repels fire and water

Hawaii Volcano Observatory (HVO) geologists walk over the surface of a lava flow from the Kilauea Volcano to track surface breakouts near the village of Pahoa, Hawaii October 22, 2014.  The lava began flowing from the Kilauea Volcano on June 27 and as of October 24 the flow front was 0.7 miles (1.2 km) from Pahoa Village Road, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.  About 4,000 people overall live in the residential communities that the lava is approaching. Picture taken October 22, 2014.  REUTERS/U.S. Geological Survey/Handout  (UNITED STATES - Tags: ENVIRONMENT DISASTER) THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. IT IS DISTRIBUTED, EXACTLY AS RECEIVED BY REUTERS, AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS. FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR SALE FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS

Stone-wool is formed in igneous rock and can be used as eco-friendly insulation. Image: REUTERS/U.S. Geological Survey/Handout

Kristin Hunt
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