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Maximizing energy performance to cost in new construction homes is every homebuilder’s goal and every homebuyer’s expectation. Research shows that homebuyers want energy efficiency but also need affordability. For builders committed to maximizing efficiency, fiberglass and mineral wool insulation products offer both performance and cost-effectiveness.

Installed Building Products, Inc. announced on Dec. 16 the acquisition of Capital Insulation, LLC and CBS & Mirror, LLC. Capital is located in Houston and serves the single-family, multifamily and commercial end-markets.

As homebuilders work to decarbonize construction, sourcing low-carbon building materials, including insulation, is an important objective. However, it can be challenging to make informed choices when misleading information about the carbon impacts of products is commonly cited.

Improving your home’s insulation isn’t just about keeping warm in the winter — it’s about optimizing energy efficiency, reducing costs and enhancing overall, year-round performance. With the right materials and installation, insulation can transform your home’s comfort and value.

The ROCKWOOL Board of Directors has approved a $100 million-plus investment in a new production line in Mississippi for industrial insulation products. The new production line will help meet the growing demand from the process industry in the Gulf of Mexico region.

The global spray foam insulation market is estimated to be valued at $2.97 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $4.12 billion by 2031, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate of 4.8 percent from 2024 to 2031.

Knauf Insulation, Inc. announced the launch of its residential Performance+ portfolio of thermal and acoustical fiberglass insulation. The product line, which was unveiled at the 2024 Insulation Contractors Association of America Convention in Chicago, is CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly and Verified Healthier Air.