Article: Eco-Efficiency Analysis of Wall Systems Confirms: Smallest Ecological Footprint Belongs to EIFS.

Results introduced at the GreenBuild 2009 tradeshow in Phoenix, Arizona

PHOENIX, Nov. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- BASF Wall Systems today announced the results of an Eco-Efficiency Analysis comparing brick, stucco and SenergyA' Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS). The detailed Eco-Efficiency Analysis was performed to determine the balance of environmental burden and life cycle costs associated with the construction, use and disposal of commercial exterior wall claddings in the United States.

The analysis considered the ecological impact of processes involved in the extraction, conversion, maintenance and disposal of each component used in the three ...

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