New Orleans, LA — January 2002

At the 2002 World of Concrete Show, Dow helped New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity build a concrete home using STYROFOAM* T-MASS* Technology.

STYROFOAM T-MASS Technology combines the energy efficiency of STYROFOAM extruded polystyrene insulation and the durability of concrete for foundations and above-grade walls that deliver lasting value. A concrete home can save its owners up to 44 percent on energy bills, and is 66 percent quieter than wood-frame homes.

In addition to Habitat for Humanity and Dow, other organizations collaborating on concrete Habitat homes in New Orleans include the Portland Cement Association; Concrete & Aggregates Association of Louisiana and its member companies; Western Forms; Lafarge Ready Mixed Concrete; Lafarge Cement; South Central Cement Promotion Association and Master Builders.

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