Jan. 28, 2015: Oak Ridge National Laboratory Develops Next-Generation Insulation
Proposed 2-Inch Board Will Feature Modified Atmosphere Insulation and Target an R-Value of 25
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. — A composite foam insulation panel being developed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory and partners could reduce wall-generated heating and cooling loads in buildings by 38 to 50 percent, potentially saving homeowners $150 or more per year.
The proposed 2-inch board will feature modified atmosphere insulation and target an R-value of 25 at a projected cost of 30 cents per square foot more than current insulation materials. That works out to a payback of 10 years.