IIGE is a research institute that promotes development, innovation and transmission of technology focused on energy efficiency and renewable energy.
Building envelope thermal insulation
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Knowledge partnerKnowledge partnerCountry of registrationEcuadorRelation to CTCNNetwork MemberKnowledge PartnerTA proponentSector(s) of expertiseRenewable energyEnergy efficiencyTransportWaste management
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Knowledge partnerKnowledge partnerCountry of registrationJapanRelation to CTCNNetwork MemberKnowledge PartnerSector(s) of expertiseRenewable energyEnergy efficiencyForestryTransportWaste management
The Global Environment Centre Foundation (GEC) is an entity that supports the UNEP’s International Environmental Technology Centre (IETC), based in Japan.
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GIZ (former GTZ) Proklima has compiled this publication to provide information on natural foam blowing agents as ozone- and climate-friendly alternatives to HCFCs. The first section of the book covers policy-related aspects of technology transition towards natural foam blowing agents and examines the impact legislative changes have on development and adoption of alternative technologies. The second part deals with the use of natural blowing agents in rigid and XPS foam, the conditions for conversion and special technologies. Part 3 comprises case studies from developing countries.