The European voice of the polyurethane (PUR / PIR) insulation industry. Here you can find information about our activities, positions and research work. You will learn about the benefits, characteristics and applications of this versatile material, and the role it has to play in achieving a sustainable future.
The polyurethane (PUR / PIR) insulation industry is part of a much wider polyurethane construction sector involving more than 70.250 companies, providing 3.800.000 jobs and generating an economic value of €59 billion. Polyurethane is widely used for construction in all types of infrastructure projects. However, its most important application is thermal insulation of buildings and technical installations. The direct and indirect contributions of polyurethane use in construction are impressive (source: “European Polyurethane Industry Facts 2018” from ISOPA).
More information on the benefits of polyurethane (PUR / PIR) insulation is available at our product website:
The Coalition for Energy Savings, which counts PU Europe among its members, and Smart Energy Europe (smartEn) have released a joint statement urging the EU to prioritize energy efficiency and
In light of the European Commission’s proposed launch of the European Affordable Housing Plan, a group of industry associations has come together to support this significant step toward providing energy-efficient,
PU Europe is pleased to announce the addition of Ander Vitorica (vitorica@pu-europe.eu) to the team as our new Technical and Policy Affairs Officer. Ander brings a strong background in chemical
Effective 1st June 2024, Owens Corning officially becomes a member of PU Europe. Owens Corning is committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. The company’s four integrated businesses
