Turkey's world-famous insulation brand İzocam was the only participant focusing on energy efficiency in buildings at the 6th Energy Efficiency Congress, which was held at Gebze Technical University between November 17th and 18th.
The Energy Efficiency Congress, which was held for the 6th time this year, took place at Gebze Technical University between November 17th and 18th. The main theme of “Energy Efficiency from Production to Consumption” was discussed at the Congress organized by Union of Chambers of Turkish Engineers And Architects (TMMOB) Chamber of Mechanical Engineers. The Congress brought together academicians, experts, public and private sector officials, professional organizations, companies, employees and prospective colleagues from all over our country working in the field of energy efficiency. Turkey's world-famous insulation brand İzocam also took its place at the Congress as the only participant focusing on energy efficiency in buildings.
Building insulation is of critical importance for energy efficiency
Reminding that the world's energy resources are increasingly depleted, İzocam General Director Mr. Murat Savcı said: “Greenhouse gas emissions, which are increasing day by day, trigger global warming and pave the way for
the climate crisis. For a more livable world in the future, we need to reduce energy use and start using our existing resources much more efficiently. The European Union (EU) has also determined important strategies to fight against this climate crisis that threatens our world before it is too late. The EU, which previously announced its goals in combating the climate crisis, predicted that carbon emissions would be reduced by 55 percent compared to 1990 levels by 2030 and that the European continent would become the first carbon-neutral continent by 2050. 'Fit For 55 Package', which is a kind of action and road map to reduce emissions by 55 percent, was published on July 14th, 2021. This Package is very important in that it includes 11 resolutions and directives regulating non-Emissions Trading System (ETS) sectors, energy efficiency, renewable energy, land use, emission standards and taxation of energy, as well as the reforms expected to be carried out within the scope of EU ETS.
In order to achieve the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 55 percent by 2030, emissions in the building sector must be reduced by 60 percent. Most emissions from buildings come from general space heating and cooling, which represents roughly half of the total final energy consumption in Europe. Therefore, building insulation is of critical importance. Thanks to insulation made with the right applications, it is possible to reduce energy costs and protect nature by significantly reducing energy costs and carbon emissions... As İzocam, we have been continuing our work for years in order to promote the contribution of insulation to sustainability to the public and raise public awareness.”
It is possible to save more than 60% energy in buildings through insulation
Stating that 80 percent of the energy consumed in buildings is consumed for heating and cooling purposes, Mr. Murat Savcı indicated that the most common problem in residences is the ‘inability to heat due to lack of insulation’. Mr. Savcı stated that according to the Income and Living Conditions survey disclosed by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK), 39.3 percent of the population has heating problems due to lack of insulation in their homes, while 36.9 percent of the population has problems such as leaky roofs, damp walls, rotten window frames, etc. Mr. Savcı has further said: “However, thermal insulation applications pay for themselves in a short time, providing both better heating and savings on energy bills. Insulation is a serious investment required to achieve savings and comfort. Insulating with the right insulation material that has the right thickness using the right application will provide the best return and highest comfort throughout the life of the building. In a building with only the minimum insulation required by the regulations, more than 60% energy savings will be achieved compared to an uninsulated building. With the Nearly Zero-Energy Building (NSEB) concept, which requires very low amounts of energy for heating, cooling, lighting and other consumption, very high energy efficiency can be achieved, resulting in an average of 90 percent less energy consumption than an uninsulated building.
Stating that the most important reason for Turkey's current account deficit is energy imports, which have a significant share of 20-25 percent in all imports, İzocam General Director Mr. Murat Savcı said, “As Turkey, we purchase the energy we use from abroad by paying billions of dollars. 40 percent of the energy we consume is used in buildings, approximately 30 percent in industry, and the rest in sectors such as transportation and agriculture. We have a very important way to go in saving energy, for which we are so dependent on foreign sources. Despite all these facts, we know that at most only 20% of the building stock in Turkey is insulated in accordance with TS 825 Thermal Insulation Requirements in Buildings. It should not be forgotten that insulation is a self-paying system. In addition to contributing to the country and household economy, the reduction of harmful gas emissions and its contribution to the environment cannot be ignored. Therefore, it should not be forgotten that insulation is always needed.”