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Technical insulation and energy efficiency – the forgotten heroes of climate change

Despite the importance of energy efficiency in insulation, other methods are considered to tackle today’s climate challenges – we discuss how energy efficiency is an investment for an optimistic future.
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Landfilling Waste Might be Cheap, But the Cost Is Too High

Recycle, recycle, recycle. That is the message to every household in the EU. However, the message to companies can sometimes be a bit different.
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Waste Is an Engineering Challenge, Not a Problem

With proper motivation and innovative thinking, waste is something that can be utilized, recycled or turned into raw material and new products.
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The most sustainable energy is saved energy

In the EU, buildings consume approximately 40% of all energy. The question is: how could we reduce our energy consumption? The simple answer: by improving the energy efficiency of buildings with better insulation, as this has the potential to reduce the energy needed for heating and cooling, and free up energy for the rest of society. 

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Our impact

Around 40% of greenhouse gas emission generated by humans come from buildings. PAROC Stonewool insulation products play a vital role in fighting climate change. 

We aspire to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and advance circularity in our operations.

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A Global Leader

Paroc is part of Owens Corning, a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our four integrated businesses – Roofing, Insulation, Doors, and Composites – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders, and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2023 sales of $9.7 billion. 

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