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Sustainability

Contributing to a More Sustainable World

Through the many applications of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) mentioned previously, our material plays an undeniable role in building a more sustainable future. Without these contributions, current European climatic targets may become unachievable in the fields of insulation and goods transportation.

By engaging with key players in both the industry and policymaking sphere, EUMEPS is committed to the continued development of EPS as an environmental solution to reduce our carbon footprint.

The Contribution of EPS

  • In Insulation:

Allying energy efficiency and affordability, EPS insulation entails a significant reduction in the energy consumption of buildings.

Especially if its natural thermal retention properties are applied in conjunction with efficient heating methods, such as heat pumps. Heat pumps operate most efficiently at low flow temperatures, which are only achievable when heat loss is minimised, and that requires high-performing insulation. Without proper insulation, heat pumps or other modern heating systems consume more electricity, undermining both their economic and environmental benefits. Studies have shown that the heating energy savings provided by EPS insulation typically offset the energy required for its production, transport and disposal in just a few months.

Over a standard 40-year service life, EPS insulation saves many times the amount of energy and CO₂ used in its manufacturing, making it a low-impact and high-return material from a lifecycle perspective. EPS façade insulation, furthermore, recoups the pure consumption of its raw material input within a single winter.

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  • In Packaging:

EPS packaging helps prevent food waste by offering great humidity resistance, unlike alternative packaging materials. As bacteria, mould and fungi are kept out by EPS, food is preserved, ensuring greater sustainability.

Likewise, the resource loss of returned goods is minimised with EPS packaging as its shock-absorbing properties reduce the risk of damaged white goods. These factors, once again, ensure less redundancy in our energy expenditures, and thus promotes greater sustainability and circularity.

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