Blanket EPDs in Europe: The ultimate data guide
Planning a new EPD for blanket insulation in 2026? Here is the complete, data-backed landscape for Europe, built to help manufacturers of blanket insulation, batts and rolls make crisp decisions on timing, program operators, and PCRs.
What counts as “Blanket” here
“Blanket” covers flexible rolls or batts used for thermal and acoustic insulation. Manufacturers also market these as mineral wool batts, glass wool rolls, stone wool rolls, cellulose or natural-fiber blankets, and multi-foil insulation. This guide reflects EPD activity for those products in Europe.
Five year snapshot of the market
Over the last five years there are 232 current EPDs for Blanket in Europe from 29 manufacturers and 7 program operators, using 20 distinct PCRs. The most recent issue date in this set is May 12, 2025. That EPD is “ISOLENA Schafwolldämmung” from Bau EPD GmbH, published by Bau EPD GmbH, based on the PCR “Teil B: Anforderungen an die EPD für Dämmstoffe aus Schaumkunststoffen,” with an expiry on May 12, 2030.
Who is publishing: the manufacturer leaderboard
Activity is broad but a few names carry outsized weight. KNAUF INSULATION SAS leads with 53 EPDs. SAINT‑GOBAIN ISOVER adds 31, ACTIS 32, ROCKWOOL FRANCE 20, ODE Industry and Trade Inc. 15, Knauf Insulation 14, Gramitherm Europe SA 12, and Isover Saint‑Gobain 9. URSA FRANCE, Celotex Saint‑Gobain, and Leca Saint‑Gobain contribute smaller clusters. Niche innovators also appear, from natural fibers (BUITEX, SAS OUATTITUDE) to specialty makers like Morgan Advanced Materials.
The takeaway is simple. A buyer comparing batts or rolls will almost always find a product‑specific EPD from at least one of the major glass wool or stone wool brands, which means those without an EPD compete on price and availability rather than performance proof. That is avoidable.
Where EPDs are published: program operator patterns
INIES dominates with 172 EPDs spread across 15 manufacturers, which signals strong French market pull and alignment with national additions to EN 15804. EPD International AB follows with 48 EPDs across 9 manufacturers, showing broad cross‑border use. IBU hosts 4 EPDs across 2 manufacturers. EPD Norway shows 5 EPDs but primarily from a single manufacturer, so less diversity. Single‑EPD appearances from BRE Global, ITB, and Bau EPD GmbH round out the set.
What this means in practice. If your sales footprint includes France, INIES is the familiar home for specifiers. For pan‑European coverage, EPD International AB remains a common choice. Operator selection is rarely about prestige, it is about distribution, validator familiarity, and lead time.
Rulebooks chosen: PCRs that matter in 2026
Two French national additions dominate the Blanket category in Europe. “Sustainability of construction works… National addition to NF EN 15804+A1” accounts for 100 EPDs, and the A2 national addition accounts for 72 EPDs. Several A2‑aligned EPD International PCRs appear in smaller but growing numbers. Thermal insulation specific PCRs include NPCR 012 and c‑PCR‑005, plus sub‑PCRs under EN 16783.
Below is a compact view of PCR usage and the latest expiry seen for each in this data set.
| PCR | EPDs (5 yrs) | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| CEN standard EN 15804 | 2 | Nov 1, 2026 |
| Construction products, 2019:14 | 3 | Apr 21, 2030 |
| Core Product Category Rules | 1 | Jan 24, 2029 |
| EPD International PCR for Construction Products 2019:14 (EN 15804:A2:2019/AC:2021) v1.3.4 | 1 | Feb 21, 2030 |
| General ITB‑PCR A based on PN‑EN 15804+A2:2020‑03 | 1 | Mar 1, 2026 |
| NPCR 012: Part B for thermal insulation products | 5 | Jun 16, 2028 |
| PCR 2012:01 Construction products and construction services (EN 15804:A1) | 7 | Jun 15, 2026 |
| PCR 2012:01 Construction products and construction services (EN 15804:A1) (expired) (2.34) | 1 | Sep 23, 2026 |
| PCR 2012:01‑Sub‑PCR‑I Thermal insulation products (EN 16783) (2021‑11‑08) | 1 | Jan 17, 2026 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804+A2) (1.3.3) | 10 | Sep 28, 2028 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804:A2) | 1 | Oct 22, 2026 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804:A2) (1.2.5) | 3 | Oct 23, 2028 |
| PCR 2019:14‑c‑PCR‑005 Thermal Insulation products (EN 16783) (2019‑12‑20) | 2 | Jun 18, 2029 |
| Part B: EPD requirements for mineral insulating materials | 3 | Feb 5, 2026 |
| Sub‑PCR‑I Thermal insulation products (EN 16783) | 8 | Mar 31, 2030 |
| Sustainability of construction works… National addition to NF EN 15804+A1 | 100 | Dec 19, 2027 |
| Sustainability of construction works… National addition to NF EN 15804+A2 | 72 | Jul 25, 2029 |
| Teil B: Anforderungen an die EPD für Dämmstoffe aus Schaumkunststoffen | 1 | May 12, 2030 |
| c‑PCR‑005 Thermal Insulation products (EN 16783) | 10 | Feb 20, 2027 |
Two practical cues jump out. First, legacy A1 frameworks are still present but tapering, with many expiries in 2026 and 2027. Second, A2‑aligned PCRs carry the longer tail of expiries into 2028 and 2029, so timing your next wave under A2 can extend shelf life and comparability.
Expiry calendar you can plan against
Manufacturers face a renewal wave in 2026 followed by smaller swells. Totals due to expire by year are 100 in 2026, 43 in 2027, 73 in 2028, 11 in 2029, and 5 in 2030. Most 2026 expiries sit under the national addition to NF EN 15804+A1, with additional clusters under older A1 PCRs and EN 16783 sub‑PCRs. 2028 expiries are dominated by the A2 national addition set. If your declarations sit in those groups, penciling in data refresh windows now prevents last‑minute scrambles that derail launches.
Consultants behind the scenes
121 of the 232 Blanket EPDs used an EPD consultant or service provider, roughly 52 percent. That tells us manufacturers lean on experienced teams for data wrangling, modeling, and publication. If internal bandwidth is the blocker, an EPD service provider like Parq can remove the friction so engineering and product teams stay focused on operations while the paperwork moves.
Year by year issuance
Here is the issuance cadence across the last five calendar years.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 100 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 72 |
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2025 | 5 |
Production peaks in 2021 coincide with heavy publication under the NF EN 15804+A1 national addition. Momentum shifts toward A2 from 2023 onward, and the slower 2024 to 2025 window often reflects portfolio consolidation and prep for A2 roll‑overs rather than retreat.
The latest EPD on the board
The May 12, 2025 declaration for ISOLENA Schafwolldämmung shows another pattern worth watching. Smaller and mid‑sized manufacturers increasingly pick highly specific Part B documents, published with regional operators that understand local verification culture. That can speed review because the baseline expectations are already shared.
How to pick the “right” PCR for a 2026 launch
Start with the competitive set you are most often compared against. Aligning your EPD with the same PCRs and operator those rivals used maximizes head‑to‑head clarity for specifiers. Check expiry timing so your new EPD lands under a PCR with a healthy runway. When choices are close, prefer A2‑aligned paths that improve indicator coverage and comparability.
Closeout and how to get the full dataset
This analysis is based on the global public registry most architects and specifiers use. Because of loading delays, the newest EPDs from late 2025 may not be fully reflected yet. Want the complete, up‑to‑date background data or a quick sanity check on the best‑fit PCR for your Blanket portfolio? Connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am happy to hop on a short call, free, to review options and timing. If you want a white‑glove partner to handle data collection and publication while your team keeps building, we can definately help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which program operators handle most Blanket EPDs in Europe based on recent data?
INIES holds the largest share in this data set with 172 EPDs across 15 manufacturers, followed by EPD International AB with 48 across 9. Other appearances include IBU, EPD Norway, BRE Global, ITB, and Bau EPD GmbH.
Which PCRs are most common for Blanket EPDs in Europe right now?
Two national additions to NF EN 15804 dominate: A1 (100 EPDs) and A2 (72 EPDs). Growing A2‑aligned EPD International PCRs and insulation‑specific documents such as NPCR 012 and c‑PCR‑005 also appear.
When should manufacturers plan for renewals?
A large renewal wave sits in 2026 with 100 expiries, followed by 43 in 2027 and 73 in 2028. Many 2026 expiries were created under NF EN 15804+A1 frameworks, so teams should budget refresh time early in the year.
How many Blanket EPDs used an external consultant or service provider?
121 of 232, which is roughly 52 percent of the EPDs in this set.
About the Author
With a passion for sustainability and a love for complex data, Toby helps manufacturers efficiently collect data from across their organization and get their EPDs done right. He’s especially interested in how AI can support human expertise, helping R&D and factory teams work faster, smarter, and with less friction.
