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Minimising product waste

Reducing our impact by supporting a circular economy.

The construction industry makes up around 30 - 40% of global solid waste production, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Environmentally conscious manufacturers have processes in place to minimise their contribution. At Knauf Insulation, we aim to be innovation leaders, constantly pushing the boundaries of glasswool technology. We continuously refine our products and practices to be as circular as possible, so you can create sustainable buildings, with less waste.

Leaders in optimised glasswool manufacturing

Our sustainable glasswool insulation is made with up to 80% recycled glass, obtained from local sources, which helps to re-direct more of the material from landfill. In our Asia-Pacific manufacturing facility, our state-of-the-art melter works with a wide range of recycled glass, further supporting waste reduction.

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Insulation solutions for a circular economy

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