THE HEALTHY HOME
When it comes to building an eco home, even the most energy-efficient and sustainable builds may use some materials as standard that aren’t considered eco-friendly. The use of plastic materials in homes is widespread, because these materials are convenient and affordable.
While some may argue for the environmental benefits of using plastics if it’s effectively reducing energy consumption and used in ways that will last a long time, there are a few key concerns about using these materials in home construction.
For example, uPVC has a higher level of embodied carbon, thanks to high energy consumption and CO2 emissions, while many plastics remain unrecyclable, meaning both waste from offcuts and, later down the line, replacing end-of-life plastic components that aren’t widely recyclable and will contribute to environmental pollution. Plastics are made using oil, making them inherently non-renewable, and also contain chemicals that can be dangerous. With that in mind, we look
