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The life cycle carbon footprint report for air filters has been completed. The calculation, conducted by Granlund Oy, aimed to provide an understanding of the true climate impact of air filters.
The calculation took into account both the product's carbon footprint and its energy consumption. Product comparison and carbon footprint calculation were conducted according to the general European electricity emission profile and EN 15804 standard, considering carbon intensive stages such as raw material procurement, transport to the factory, manufacturing, and waste incineration at the end of its lifecycle.
The recent carbon footprint report shows that the NanoWave® air filter with a plastic frame is significantly more environmentally friendly and saves a considerable amount of energy compared to other air filters on the market. The carbon footprint of the NanoWave® air filter is 7.2 kg CO2e, which is over 60% smaller than that of a fiberglass air filter with a metal frame.
The difference in emission impacts is mainly due to the raw material supply stage. This includes the procurement of raw materials and the processes involved in manufacturing plastic or metal frame air filter materials. The manufacturing processes for metal are more carbon intensive compared to recycled plastic used in NanoWave® filters. Additionally the production of fiberglass material is significantly more carbon intensive compared to NanoWave® material.
From the beginning, Vado Ltd's goal has been to introduce a more environmentally friendly and energy-saving air filter material to replace glassfiber. The carbon footprint report of 2022 proves a significant difference between NanoWave® and other air filters.
By choosing Vado's filters for your ventilation systems, you act responsibly and make your property greener. You save a lot of energy, significantly reduce your property's waste load, and carbon footprint.