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Following the ground-up construction of a unique R&D asset for the global glass industry, Glass Futures is entering a key stage in serving its international membership on the journey towards a fully decarbonised supply chain.
The first week of December was marked with two important events to discuss the role of energy efficiency and sustainable construction for the next five years.
British Glass has shared an update on the industry’s route to net zero, publishing the latest progress since the 2021 strategy release.
When comparing sealed units (insulating glass units, IGUs) with single-pane glass, several key performance metrics highlight the advantages of sealed units.
HPDs verified for uncoated float, vacuum coated and UltraMirror® glass
Glasstec proved invaluable for TC Float, providing the perfect setting to sign its 100th contract
By targeting the most energy-intensive part of the glass production process, namely the melting of the glass, ZeroCO2Glas opens up the possibility of saving a particularly large amount of energy and greenhouse gases.
During the four-day event, Şişecam will showcase its innovative solutions for visitors.
Water is the resource of the future, and IMMMES is committed daily to its protection.
Glass Futures announces the appointment of Justin Kelly as new CEO effective 4th November 2024 whilst founding CEO Richard Katz is appointed President.
The transition to net zero emissions in the glass sector will require significant investments, estimated at least €15 billion by 2050.
Şişecam, one of the top five global manufacturers in both glass packaging and flat glass sectors, will participate in the 29th Eurasia Packaging Fair which will take place from October 23-26 at the TÜYAP Fair and Congress Center.
A successful industrial trial this month, part of a Glass Futures project, demonstrated low-cost bioderived fuels for various glass and ceramics furnaces.
Message from Adrian Curry, Deputy Chair of Glass Futures, following the UK Government’s major announcement on 4 October 2024 about investment in green energy*
Saint-Gobain Glass showcases pioneering sustainable solutions through three themed areas: “DECARBONISATION & CIRCULARITY”, “PERFORMANT SOLUTIONS”, and “EASY TO USE”.
EcoVadis, which assesses corporate sustainability performance internationally, has awarded Glaston the EcoVadis Bronze Medal.
Guardian Glass has published six new Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) for its flat unprocessed glass, sputter (vacuum) coated glass, and laminated glass products produced in Europe.
Satinal is dedicated to environmental responsibility, and its STRATO® EVA Carbonlight™ product line is a prime example of this commitment.
SOTUVER and HORN complete successful cold repair of furnace No. 2 in Tunisia.
Last June, the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) was published in the Official Journal of the European Union.
In the production of insulating glass units (IGUs), precise control over the gas filling process is critical to maintaining product performance.
An extension of the scope to the flat glass sector would be premature
The new video introduces the important role of glazing in sustainable mobility. A timely contribution given that pieces of legislation are currently under discussion on the subject.