03 Dec The Role of Ecowool Insulation in Achieving GBI Points
As Malaysia continues advancing sustainable development, the Green Building Index (GBI) has become one of the nation’s key qualification systems for recognising green buildings. Among the many elements that contribute to a successful GBI submission, insulation remains one of the most straightforward, economical, and impactful ways to earn points. This article highlights how integrating Ecowool Brownie V2 into the building envelope allows architects, consultants, and developers to unlock meaningful contributions across the Energy Efficiency (EE), Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ), and MR (Materials and Resources) categories — helping projects achieve their green building targets without major design changes or high-cost upgrades.
These advantages often go unnoticed in everyday use. Hidden behind roofs, wall partition systems, ceiling systems, or even HVAC installations, Ecowool Brownie V2 works quietly in the background, delivering the thermal, acoustic, and environmental performance that makes buildings healthier, more comfortable, and more energy efficient.
Under GBI’s EE and EQ criteria, Ecowool Brownie V2 enhances both comfort and performance. In roofing applications, for example, installing Brownie V2 with the correct system design can significantly lower the U-value to meet GBI requirements. A lower U-value means reduced heat transfer, while selecting the right R-value from our product range further strengthens thermal resistance — an essential advantage in Malaysia’s tropical climate.
At the same time, its excellent acoustic absorption (NRC up to 1.00) helps reduce external noise and echo, improving the quality of interior spaces and contributing directly to EQ credits.
As a building material that is made with up to 80% recycled glass and bonded with a bio-based, low-VOC binder, Ecowool also supports GBI’s Materials and Resources (MR) objectives through its sustainable composition while offering eco-friendly performance without compromising health or safety. Free from formaldehyde and ozone-depleting substances, Ecowool meets stringent global green standards while aligning with GBI credits under for both residential and commercial projects.
With a commitment to long-term safety and reliability, Ecowool is non-combustible and tested to BS476: Parts 4, 6 & 7, achieving BOMBA Class “O” and Singapore SCDF CoC certifications. Its performance and sustainability are further verified through Global GreenTag GreenRate Level A, offering independent assurance that Ecowool meets the highest environmental standards recognised in the industry.
By incorporating Ecowool into building envelopes, architects and developers can earn valuable GBI points supporting building designers and owners to achieve their green building goals. It’s not just insulation — it’s a proven pathway to greener, smarter, and more sustainable construction.
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