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Decarbonization & Energy Independence

Why Building Insulation Is Key to Fighting Climate Change

Better insulation can help reduce fossil fuel use, lower emissions, and increase national energy security

Doug Brady

July 18, 2025

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Closed-cell spray polyurethane foam is more than insulation—it’s a climate strategy

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How to Build Better With ICFs

The Affordability, Resiliency And Sustainability Of Insulated Concrete Forms.

Frank Gordon

June 2, 2025

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Building a better space starts with better materials. ICFs combine structure, energy efficiency, and resilience into one system, transforming retail construction for a greener, stronger future.

Panasonic’s ADVANC-R vacuum insulation panel delivers an R-Value of 66 at just 0.94" thick.

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Panasonic to Showcase ADVANC-R Vacuum Insulation Panel at AIA 2025

Company says panel sets new standard in low-slope roofing efficiency

June 2, 2025

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Panasonic will showcase its ultra-thin, high-performance ADVANC-R insulation at AIA 2025, offering R-66 efficiency in just 0.94 inches for modern roofing challenges.

The Importance of Proper Insulation

Optimizing the Building Envelope with Effective Insulation Strategies.

Ryan Bazela

April 11, 2025

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Optimizing the Building Envelope with Effective Insulation Strategies.

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Natural Polymers Spray Foam by Owens Corning

The product is offered in open- and closed-cell formulations, providing high R-Value per inch (7.3).

February 26, 2025

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The product is offered in open- and closed-cell formulations, providing high R-Value per inch (7.3).

Optimized Continuous Insulation Solutions for New Construction

Michigan’s drastic difference between seasons requires high thermal performance in building materials.

Jen Frey

February 7, 2025

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Michigan’s drastic difference between seasons requires high thermal performance in building materials.

A man on a ladder installing continuous insulation

Meeting IECC Thermal Requirements

Continuous insulation can meet the standards and help you reach tax incentives

Brian McKay

January 9, 2025

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Continuous insulation can meet the standards and help you reach tax incentives

W&C speaks with PUR Consulting’s Tom Harris.

PODCAST: Beware of Spray Foam in a Can—The Imposters

Spray foam cans: read the technical data sheets carefully.

John Wyatt

October 17, 2024

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Walls & Ceilings’ monthly chat with Tom Harris on spray foam and the industry vents that support the industry.

Elevating Building Performance

The role of polyisocyanurate insulation in high-performance systems.

Jay Saldana P.E.

September 19, 2024

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The role of polyisocyanurate insulation in high-performance systems.

Simon Baker in front of Icynene Series 2

Spray Foam Opportunities and Concerns

A discussion with Huntsman Building Solutions’ Simon Baker

Julie Fornaro

September 4, 2024

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The industry and our customers regularly submit questions to the company. In order to address these inquiries, Simon Baker, president of Huntsman Building Solutions, wanted to answer as many of these most common questions.