How Glass Mineral Wool Insulation is Shaping the Net Zero Built Environment

Description

Introduction

CPD overview and learning objectives

The environmental impact of the construction industry

Carbon footprint overview of the construction sector

• Look at carbon emissions within the construction industry
• The role of buildings in greenhouse gas emissions
• The importance of insulation in reducing operational carbon

Key drivers for change

• Net Zero Strategy, client demand, and societal pressure for sustainable solutions

Net zero carbon building design and the role of insulation

Life cycle analysis

• Overview of circularity and whole life carbon cycle analysis

Operational vs embodied carbon

• Overview of operational and embodied carbon and how material choice impacts life-cycle emissions
• Why insulation is critical to lowering operational carbon

Glass mineral wool insulation for energy efficient buildings

• Responsible manufacturing processes
• Repurposing waste
• Sustainable aspirations - high thermal performance, recyclability, and circular economy potential, BREEAM
• Quality objectives – masonry cavity wall, masonry cavity and party wall, timber frame walls and roofs, loft/attics

Building regulations and certifications

Relevant UK building regulations & beyond

• Approved Document L, Approved Document B

Understanding and Using Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)

Specification best practices

Selecting the right product for performance & sustainability

• Key specification criteria: thermal conductivity, acoustic performance, fire safety, recyclability

Addressing the performance gap

• Design vs performance: how careful specification and correct installation are essential for project success

Collaboration across the supply chain

• Engaging contractors, clients, and manufacturers in the specification process. NBS.

Sustainability case studies

1 x case study

Summary