Energy Efficiency

4 Results
The Embodied and Operational Carbon Data Ecosystem in 2023

Most of our assumptions around the contribution of buildings to GHG emissions are based on data from 2006-2008 (see timeline below). This data is outdated and likely does not accurately represent our current GHG emissions allocations.

Determination of Total Carbon Impact of Plastic Insulation Materials

This report presents the modeling and analysis framework used to evaluate the energy and GHG savings from the application of plastic insulation materials to the key components of the building envelope: roof, walls and foundation. In addition, this...

Unlocking Carbon Savings with Plastic Insulation Materials

In recent years, many essential industries including packaging, medical, automotive, and building sectors, have made commitments to improve the sustainability of their products and manufacturing processes. Within each of these essential industries...

Polyurethane and Polyisocyanurate Foams: Insulation that Works

Innovative material design and technology advancements have resulted in high quality polyurethane insulation products that reduce energy loss. In a one-year study by Franklin Associates, plastic building and construction materials saved 467.2 tril...