Unlike wood, straw can be fully replenished each year. Because we have not had much use for it, it is usually burned.
It happens to be an excellent building material: it's fully renewable, insulates well, and is fire resistant. These super insulated walls mean big savings on power bills.
Here is a couple in Australia that show off their straw bale home construction. Imagine living in an almost fully biodegradable house that is contemporary - and comfortable!
--Bibi Farber
This video was produced by Better Homes and Gardens, Australia