The document discusses the synthesis and characterization of cost-effective hybrid silica-cellulose aerogels for thermal insulation, acoustic absorption, energy storage, and oil absorption applications. The aerogels were synthesized through a sol-gel process involving the preparation of silica and cellulose aerogels followed by the addition of cellulose to the silica gel to form hybrid aerogels. The hybrid aerogels were characterized through various techniques and showed improved properties like low density, high porosity, and surface area, making them suitable for thermal and acoustic insulation as well as oil absorption. The document aims to optimize the synthesis parameters to develop hybrid aerogels for efficient energy and environmental applications.