Owens Corning FOAMULAR NGX: Lower embodied carbon rigid XPS insulation for green building

Owens Corning has launched FOAMULAR NGX, a next-generation extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation board that reduces embodied carbon compared to its previous FOAMULAR lines. The product uses an updated blowing agent formulation to cut global warming potential while maintaining the high compressive strength and moisture resistance contractors expect from XPS. It is designed as a drop-in replacement for walls, roofs, and foundations where building codes increasingly target lower carbon footprints. For architects and builders pursuing LEED or other green certifications, FOAMULAR NGX comes with environmental product declarations that support whole-building life-cycle assessments. The boards handle like standard pink foam on site: light, easy to cut, and resistant to water damage during brief exposure. Available in multiple thicknesses and compressive strength classes, it competes with EPS insulation on performance and price. This product is part of Owens Corning's broader commitment to cut greenhouse gas intensity across its portfolio. It is widely distributed through North American building material suppliers, with selective international availability. For investors, FOAMULAR NGX contributes to the company's insulation and roofing segment results, which are part of its S&P 500 listed shares.