Survey shows Canadian manufacturers used over 136 million kilograms of recycled materials in the production of fibre glass, rock and slag wool insulation

Oct 8, 2014 | Building Professional, Membership

NAIMA Canada members used nearly 136 million kilograms of recycled glass in the production of residential, commercial, and industrial thermal and acoustical insulation. Canadian insulation manufacturers estimate they will use approximately 145.8 million kilograms of...

Sustainable Energy Efficiency of Homes Starts with an Uncompromised House Envelope

Aug 6, 2014 | Building Professional, Membership

Context   Properly designed and constructed energy efficient homes require both well-insulated and sealed building envelopes and efficient, reliable mechanical systems.  Selecting the appropriate R-values and equipment efficiencies for conventional housing is fairly...

Insulating yourself against the cold & higher energy costs

Jan 8, 2014 | Home Owner

With polar temperatures stretching across Canada, the value of good insulation has never been better. Ensuring you have proper draft proofing and the right amount of insulation in your home remains one of the best things you can do for your wallet, comfort and the...

Energy Minister lauded for rewarding homeowners who make their homes more energy efficient

Dec 2, 2013 | Building Professional, Membership

Today’s announcement by Ontario Minister of Energy Bob Chiarelli is an important step in advancing Ontario as a leader in energy efficiency. NAIMA Canada, the national organization representing Canada’s fibre glass, rock and slag wool insulation manufacturers...

Canadian insulation manufacturers used nearly 300 million pounds of recycled material in 2012

Sep 25, 2013 | Building Professional, Membership

NAIMA Canada members used nearly 300 million pounds of recycled glass in the production of residential, commercial, industrial, and air handling thermal and acoustical insulation in 2012. “We are proud and excited that our members are committed to promoting...