Proper insulation a way to save energy

BEIJING - A leading executive from German chemical giant BASF said lack of information about technological advances was a barrier to more progress being made in preventing environmental damage.

Anthony Clymo, regional director, Asia Pacific, Environmental, Health and Safety, said many in the building industry either cut corners or were unaware of the latest insulation products.

He said that if all the residential buildings in Shanghai were properly insulated it would remove the need for no fewer than eight coal-fired power plants.