Are there environmental benefits to siding?

Are there environmental benefits to siding?
You can look at the environmental benefits of siding in several ways. By installing siding (along with special insulation between the siding and the house), you insulate your house against the elements, be it extreme heat or extreme cold. The siding helps keep heat inside your home in the winter and air conditioning inside in the summer. The result is lower energy bills and less energy consumption. Also, homeowners who are especially conscious of sustainability can select siding made from recycled material, thus reducing the amount of energy needed to produce the siding and utilizing siding that can be recycled again.