What is an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)?
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a transparent document, independently verified by a third party according to the international standard ISO 14025. An EPD from Knauf provides detailed, scientific information about the environmental impact of a product throughout its entire life cycle (LCA), from raw material extraction, manufacturing, and transportation, to its use and end-of-life disposal.
More than just transparently published figures, an EPD is a reliable document that helps planners, project developers, and design consultants to evaluate, compare, and select products that meet the criteria listed in the LEED scorecard. This, in turn, helps projects achieve green building certifications, advancing global sustainable development goals.
For products with EPD from Knauf, we verify them according to the latest standard, EN 15804+A2, which complies with ISO 14025.
Knauf Product Lines with EPD – A Choice for a Sustainable Future
Visit the EPD International website to view detail information.
The Superior Advantages of Using Knauf Products with EPD for Your Project:
Choosing Knauf products with EPD delivers outstanding benefits and sustainable value to every project, creating a significant competitive advantage:
- Optimize Energy Efficiency: Collaborate with energy modelers to calculate the performance of the building envelope and determine the technical specifications for the roof and façade (such as U-value or R-value).
- Access a Comprehensive System of Solutions: Knauf's products feature Type III EPD (verified by an independent third party), which are valued more highly in green building rating systems—often counting as 1.5 products for credit calculation. Furthermore, Knauf offers a diverse portfolio of solutions, from gypsum ceilings and walls, and the AQUAPANEL® Exterior Wall system, to decorative and acoustic ceiling systems. This allows you to source a wide range of products with EPD from a single, reputable manufacturer with a long-standing brand like Knauf.
Choosing products with an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a strategic move that helps your project more easily achieve higher scores in prestigious global green building rating systems such as LEED.
Furthermore, obtaining a green building certification delivers exceptional value:
- Enhance Trust & Build a Sustainable Competitive Advantage: As Vietnam's real estate market witnesses a sharp increase in internationally certified green buildings (LEED, EDGE), green certification is no longer just an advantage—it has become a critical differentiator. It not only builds trust with partners and clients but also positions your project as a leader, setting it apart in an increasingly competitive landscape.
- Align with the National Vision for Sustainable Development: Following the strong commitment made by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at COP26 for Vietnam to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, green building is now an essential part of the nation's future direction. By developing green projects, you not only contribute to this national objective but also affirm your pioneering role in fostering a sustainable built environment.
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