Environmental
How to assess the safety or potential toxicity of foam insulation panels?
You can assess the safety / toxicity profile of any manufactured product by reading the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) provided by the manufacturer. You should be able to find the SDS on the manufacturer’s website, but in practice it is frequently easier to search for them in a search engine using the manufacturer name, the…
Read MoreAchieving Net-Zero Energy in Older Houses: A Step-by-Step Retrofit Guide
As the world faces the pressing challenges of climate change and energy sustainability, the concept of net-zero energy has gained increasing importance. Net-zero energy, also known as zero-energy buildings or ZEBs, refers to a building’s ability to generate as much energy as it consumes over a defined period, typically a year. These buildings employ energy-efficient…
Read MoreHow Below Grade Polyiso Insulation Can Help You Achieve Net Zero Energy or Passive House Standards
Net Zero / Passive House Building Standards for Lowest Energy Use & Carbon Emissions If you are looking for a way to reduce your energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, you may want to consider building or retrofitting your home to net zero energy or passive house standards. These are two of the most rigorous…
Read MoreReclaimed and Recycled Insulation Materials Have Economic and Environmental Benefits
Did you know 90% of US homes are under-insulated and that heating and cooling of all buildings comprises 29% of the total US energy budget? If all US homes were insulated to 2012 standards, electricity use would decline by 5% and natural gas consumption by 10%. That’s because insulation materials are used to keep buildings…
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