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Buildings that are energy efficient are key to reducing climate change
Before the pandemic, there was a concerted effort from world leaders to curb the effects of global warming, with nations from around the world trying to unite in this endeavor. The focus was on policies and actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, through the rapid introduction and rapid implementation of new energy saving technologies. This was done in order to meet the Paris Agreement goal of carbon neutrality. It also aimed to limit global warming to 1.5.oC.
However, during the pandemic period, the focus shifted to reducing the economic impact of the pandemic.
While countries are slowly recovering after the pandemic, many regions joined forces to support important initiatives to reduce carbon emission within their respective territories. The Renovation Wave initiative, which is a large-scale funding program for the renovation and retrofit of inefficient buildings, was launched by the European Union. These incentives are crucial to ensure Europe is carbon-neutral by 2050.
Europe’s buildings account for 40% of EU energy consumption and 36% of greenhouse gas emissions. Most of Europe’s buildings are over 40 years old and uninsulated.
This causes high energy costs to heat and cool old buildings as well as high carbon dioxide emission. The largest contributor towards energy loss in buildings are external wall façades, and hence this part of the building envelope has been given priority in European countries for financing the energy efficient renovation of existing buildings. “ETICS / EIFS installation on existing buildings is without doubt the best and often the only viable solution for energy efficient renovation of external walls”, according to Terraco – a leader in environmentally friendly finishing materials.
Terraco has been a market leader for manufacturing Exterior InsulationFinishing Systems (EIFS/ETICS) / External Wall Insulation(EWI) for more than 30 years. The internationally tested and certified Terraco EIFS / ETICS systems are a preferred choice to make older buildings more energy efficient and to ensure they meet – or in some cases, even surpass – new building insulation levels. This allows for urban regeneration in old neighborhoods that will last the test of time, and, most importantly, it can be achieved with minimal disruption for building occupants. EIFS / ETICS buildings that have been renovated can save up to 40% on energy due to a large reduction in cooling and heating energy consumption. These savings will allow the capital cost of an EIFS/ETICS installation to be recouped in a short time. The main benefit of an EIFS/ETICS retrofit installation is the significant reduction in carbon emissions.
Terraco’s EIFS systems are extensively tested and internationally certified to ensure their safety and performance profiles meet design criteria and building code requirements. Certifications include: ETAG 004 (European Union), BBA Agrément Certificate (United Kingdom), NSAI Agrément Board Certificate (Ireland), FED Specification (US Army), UAE Civil Defence Approval and more.
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Terraco’s EIFS / ETICS systems are finished with its renowned textured coatings, stone coatings, and mineral-based coatings that are designed specifically for the region of use. These finishes are ultra-durable, easy to apply and have excellent weather and UV resistance properties.
Terraco is proud to be a recent member of the EAE (European Association for External Thermal Insulation Composite Systems), the voice of Europe’s ETICS sector. EAE members account for more than 80% European ETICS systems. This will support Terraco’s efforts to collaboratively communicate the environmental benefits of ETICS to stakeholders and policy makers and to constantly improve ETICS systems so they can continue to play a leading role in energy conservation.
A long-term commitment to sustainability and resilience can help ease the energy challenges in the post-pandemic world. Terraco believes that initiatives like the European Renovation Wave combined with internationally certified energy efficient insulation systems such as EIFS / ETICS / EWI are key to achieving the target set by the Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5oC. Retrofitting existing buildings with these systems will provide for an ideal solution in achieving these aims quickly, economically, and responsibly.
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