Introduction - History - Manufacturing - Physics of R-Value - Embodied Energy - Energy Cycle - U of C study - PCM's - Conclusion

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

http://intraweb.stockton.edu/eyos/energy_studies/content/docs/FINAL_PAPERS/8B-5.pdfhttp://intraweb.stockton.edu/eyos/energy_studies/content/docs/FINAL_PAPERS/8B-5.pdf

Phase Change Materials (PCM's)

There were multiple studies done in the 70’s and 80’s that show that loose-fill cellulose can be used in conjunction with PCM’s to increase R values upwards of 30%.

PCM’s have a thermal storage capacity that allows them to retain heat during the day and release it during the night.

One study found peak cooling load reductions of 35% to 40% in side by side air conditioned houses one with paraffin PCM cellulose and one without.

http://intraweb.stockton.edu/eyos/energy_studies/content/docs/FINAL_PAPERS/8B-5.pdf

The Simple Payback on cellulose for a house is about 4 years, (even less in Alaska)