U-value: what does thermal insulation mean for your building project?

Sustainable homes and buildings are the only way forward. Every aspect counts. A less known, yet extremely significant factor to measure energy efficiency is the U-value. The lower it is, the better the thermal efficiency or insulation.

Rising energy costs and growing sustainability awareness have considerably increased the focus on a building’s energy performance. Efficiency standards – imposed and often made stricter by regulation – are a major indirect driving force behind enhancing the comfort level of a project. Thanks to an optimal U-value, you not only save energy, you also increase your quality of life.