現代外皮材料の熱効率とカーボンフットプリントの比較分析

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🔬研究者:建材の熱性能とLCA炭素を統合評価する比較枠組みの一事例として参照可能。

🏢実務担当者:外皮材料選定で断熱性能とエンボディドカーボンを両立させる複合構造の判断材料になる。

🏛政策担当者:建材の炭素表示や省エネ基準改定において、熱性能偏重でない複合評価の必要性を示唆。

The modern construction sector remains one of the largest consumers of energy resources and a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions. Due to the increasing requirements for building energy efficiency and the need for decarbonization of the construction industry, the selection of envelope materials capable of providing not only high thermal protection but also minimal environmental impact throughout the entire life cycle has become especially relevant. Under current conditions, the assessment of materials can no longer be based solely on thermal conductivity, as approaches related to embodied carbon and operational emissions of buildings are becoming increasingly widespread. The purpose of this article is to provide a comparative assessment of the thermal efficiency and carbon footprint of modern envelope materials in order to determine their suitability for energy-efficient and low-carbon construction. The study analyzes mineral wool, polystyrene foam, aerated concrete, ceramic blocks, CLT structures, SIP panels, and bio-based materials. The research was carried out using comparative analysis, thermal engineering calculations, and the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology. The study considered thermal conductivity, thermal resistance, durability, embodied carbon levels, and the influence of materials on reducing the operational energy consumption of buildings. The regulatory framework of the study was based on the provisions of DBN V.2.6-31:2021 concerning the energy efficiency of buildings. The analysis revealed that the lowest thermal conductivity values are characteristic of polymer insulation materials and mineral wool, which provide a high level of thermal protection with relatively small layer thicknesses. At the same time, these materials differ significantly in terms of carbon impact due to the specifics of production processes and the origin of raw materials. It was determined that wood-based materials and biocomposites have the lowest carbon footprint because of the use of renewable raw materials and their ability to store biogenic carbon. Aerated concrete and ceramic blocks demonstrate stable durability and structural reliability; however, to meet modern thermal protection standards, they require combination with effective insulation materials. The results indicate that the assessment of envelope materials cannot be limited only to thermal conductivity. For example, an aerated concrete wall with an additional insulation layer may provide a better balance between thermal protection, durability, and fire safety than a single-layer structure. Similarly, CLT systems combined with bio-based insulation are characterized by lower embodied carbon levels but require additional moisture protection and careful detailing of joints and connections. It was established that the most balanced solution in terms of energy efficiency, durability, and environmental performance is represented by combined structural systems, particularly the combination of aerated concrete with mineral wool insulation. The obtained results confirm that the assessment of modern envelope materials should be based on a comprehensive approach that considers not only thermal properties but also carbon footprint, durability, reuses potential, and the impact of materials on the operational energy consumption of buildings. A promising direction for the development of energy-efficient construction is the implementation of low-carbon and bio-based materials combined with optimized structural solutions and modern approaches to the life cycle assessment of construction products.

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