Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) offer a climate-friendly, sustainable, and practical solution to mitigate embodied carbon emissions while enhancing energy efficiency throughout a building’s lifespan. Compared to traditional insulation solutions, SIPs present a significantly lower installed embodied carbon footprint, making them a pivotal choice for environmentally conscious builders.
The benefits of SIPs extend beyond mere carbon reduction. SIPs excel in insulating properties, offering superior thermal performance and reducing air leakage rates, which can account for up to 40% of a building’s energy usage for heating and cooling. These claims are backed by data in the first industry-wide SIP Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), which aggregates data from SIPA’s manufacturing members. SIPs can also help you achieve valuable LEED ratings for residential, commercial, and multifamily construction.
