Sustainable Construction

Sustainable buildings and projects with certified stone wool.

Annual Report 2024

Sustainability is central to our business strategy

Sustainability is at the heart of our business model. By transforming volcanic rock into stone wool, we aim to improve the energy efficiency of every project. Stone wool is a sustainable insulation material, able to meet the challenges of today's construction industry. We are constantly innovating to encourage resource management and materials recycling. By choosing ROCKWOOL Core Solutions, you benefit from our expertise and tailor-made solutions for your projects.

Challenges of modern living

In today’s world, cities are expanding rapidly. This growth brings new challenges, especially in how we build and maintain our living spaces. The demand for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly buildings is higher than ever.

The construction industry plays a crucial role in addressing these challenges. It must find ways to cut energy use, reduce carbon emissions, and minimize environmental impact.

At ROCKWOOL Core Solutions we are committed to environmentally friendly practices. We offer solutions designed to protect natural resources while meeting the demands of our stakeholders. 

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Stone wool insulation for sustainable buildings

Derived from volcanic rock, stone wool is strong and flexible to suit a wide range of industrial applications. It helps to maintain temperature in buildings, improving energy efficiency and reducing heating and cooling costs.

Its non-combustible nature and resistance to temperatures up to 1,000°C help slow the spread of fire. Also water-resistant, it reduces the risk of moisture damage. 

With a lifespan of at least 65 years, stone wool offers safety and energy efficiency. You can recycle it endlessly without any loss of performance. 

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Recycling stone wool with Rockcycle®

Rockcycle® is an innovative programme from the ROCKWOOL Group designed to facilitate the recycling of stone wool. It creates a circular system that allows builders to recover and reuse the material during building renovations.

During the production of your systems, you can lose stone wool residues. That's why we offer bags so that we can recover and recycle them.

This programme meets sustainability expectations by reducing construction waste. Our aim is to extend this programme to new countries. 

For OEMs, this programme is a way of taking a more responsible approach and managing resources efficiently.

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Cradle to Cradle Material Health Certification

The Cradle to Cradle (C2C) Material Health Certification ensures that materials meet sustainability standards. These constantly evolving standards are essential for ensuring transparency and the safety of a company's solutions. The certification promotes the integration of safer and more durable materials and encourages circular construction practices.

It helps builders achieve green certifications such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method). By using certified stone wool in their buildings, builders can earn credits. This helps certify and add value to their project.

This certification provides numerous benefits to manufacturers, architects, and real estate developers. It demonstrates that products are of superior quality, safe, and eco-friendly, proving a commitment to sustainability. It also encourages product innovation, reduces health risks, and enhances market position in an industry that values sustainability.

At ROCKWOOL Core Solutions, we are CradletoCradle Material Health Bronze certified. This shows our commitment to a healthier and more sustainable future.

Spanrock®, your C2C certified stone wool

Our Spanrock® stone wool has passed the CradletoCradle test. Mainly used in sandwich panel insulation, this stone wool offers mechanical properties and high quality thermal insulation. Stone wool offers flexibility, you can also use this Spanrock® product to insulate offsite applications. By limiting the spread of fire and preventing mould, it is a safe and durable choice. 

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Why Choose Certified Stone Wool?

Certified materials make products more appealing and ensure they meet regulations. These panels are high-quality, safe, and eco-friendly, supporting sustainable buildings. They help manufacturers get ready for future health and environmental rules. They show a commitment to using less energy and protecting nature. This builds trust with customers and encourages new ideas and innovation.

Panels improve the air quality and health of buildings, adding long-term value. They help buildings meet LEED and BREEAM standards, increasing energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact. By following local and international building codes, these panels make properties more appealing and lower exposure to harmful substances.

Certified products help architects and developers meet sustainability goals with strong and durable materials. They support quality construction, making it easier to achieve credits for green building certifications. This increases the value of Spanrock® materials. It aligns them with C2C certification to help reduce harm to the environment.

Projects using C2C-certified materials receive more recognition for being green and sustainable. This certification improves indoor air quality and attracts investors and buyers who value the environment. It helps projects stay ahead of changes in laws and regulations.

Sustainability at ROCKWOOL Core Solutions

At ROCKWOOL Core Solutions, we align our initiatives with key Sustainable Development Goals to foster a better future.

Sustainable Development Goals

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Clean water and sanitation

We aim to improve water efficiency by reducing water usage in our manufacturing processes. This commitment helps conserve water resources and ensures cleaner water management across our operations.

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Responsible consumption and production

We are dedicated to implementing sustainable production practices that minimize waste and enhance resource efficiency. We manage our materials to ensure responsible consumption and reduce environmental impact.

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Climate action

We work to lower greenhouse gas emissions at our facilities, helping global efforts to fight climate change. We adopt technologies and practices that lower our carbon footprint, promoting environmental sustainability.

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Decent work and economic growth

We aim to provide a safe and healthy workplace for our employees. This helps improve their well-being. This approach supports economic growth but also boosts job satisfaction and productivity.

Our goals for 2030

Reduce water consumption by 20% by 2030

Achieve 75% energy savings by 2030

Recycle 85% of production waste by 2030

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Partnering for a greener future

ROCKWOOL Core Solutions is a partner in creating sustainable legacy, offering more than insulation materials. Chossing our solutions means investing in construction projects that improve performance and protect natural environment.

We aim to reduce environmental impact, to improve energy consumption, and to support circular economies. Together, we cans hape a construction industry that promote sustainable projects and leads the way in environmental protection.

By partnering with ROCKWOOL Core Solutions, OEMs can ensure their projects contribute to a greener future. We focus on using raw materials responsibly. We also manage the life cycle efficiently. Collaboration across the supply chain helps us reach these goals.

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