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Green & Sustainable Building
News
Vitro Architectural Glass, an industry leader in sustainability and largest glass manufacturer in North America, is commemorating 25 years of Solarban® 60 glass.
Balancing daylight and design with bird safety is a growing challenge in modern architecture.
At Chloé’s London flagship, KAPILUX glass partitions shape an elegant, light-filled space that reflects the brand’s youthful and sophisticated spirit.
700 Santana Row brings a new dimension to San Jose’s acclaimed Santana Row district by offering a seamless blend of modern design, sustainability and vibrant public spaces.
Şişecam will be participating in the RE+ fair, taking place on September 8–11, 2025, in Las Vegas, where it will present the latest advancements in building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) systems.
Technologies, innovation and sustainability in the manufacturing of the future
Glass for Europe is actively shaping EU policy: the association is preparing key contributions to public consultations on affordable housing, construction strategy, and circular economy legislation.
Glass Futures welcomed Minister Sarah Jones MP today, highlighting the vital role of national innovation assets in driving the UK’s Industrial Strategy and accelerating the transition to net zero.
On July 9, 2025, Vitro Architectural Glass successfully began heating up the furnace on Line #1 at its Carlisle, Pennsylvania facility after a 16-month hiatus.
This milestone proves the potential of the technology: it is sustainable, scalable, attractive, and ready to transform the built environment.
At the heart of CSU Channel Islands, OKALUX glass helps create a bright, comfortable study environment by softly diffusing natural light throughout the library.
In the heart of Thessaloniki, OKALUX daylighting systems enhance the timeless architecture of the Archaeological Museum, balancing heritage preservation with intelligent, glare-free natural light.
A former school becomes a modern town hall, with OKAWOOD glass bringing daylight, warmth, and a strong sense of community.
In Bielefeld, a future-oriented school extension by Pussert Kosch Architekten uses OKALUX glass to create bright, energy-efficient spaces that support modern learning and well-being.
Glass for Europe shares its position on the Industrial Decarbonisation Accelerator Act, urging smart, low-burden measures to support flat glass decarbonisation.
Discover GAOREN’s premium EVA film for smart glass lamination – ultra-clear, low-temperature lamination at 115°C to protect switchable film. Free samples available.
Articles
Mikko Rantala on Glastory: Glass tempering is an energy-hungry process, and not just because of the heat.
Renovating energy-inefficient buildings is vital to meeting the EU’s climate goals, and new research from Slovakia highlights how material choices can make or break a project’s environmental impact.
This paper presents experimental and theoretical studies of heat transfer through single- and double-glazed windows with electrical heating of the internal surfaces.
This study explores how different laminated glass configurations and interlayer materials impact blast resistance performance.
A new study shows that adding green building requirements to contracts boosts energy performance and sustainability in hot climate zones.
Retrofitting buildings is key to boosting energy efficiency and climate resilience, especially in dense, subtropical cities like Hong Kong.
As modern buildings increasingly use glass for its aesthetic appeal, managing excessive sunlight has become a challenge—this study explores how innovative kinetic façades can optimize indoor daylight while enhancing energy efficiency and comfort.
There are ways to reduce the energy consumption and emissions of glass melting, such as recycling glass, using oxy-fuel burners, improving furnace insulation and design, and adopting electric melting technologies.
This paper presents an overview of the initial stages of developing a switchable laminated safety glass made of thin glass, polycarbonate, and polyurethane interlayers.
Artificial Intelligence Impacts on Architecture and Smart Built Environments: A Comprehensive Review
This study explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in designing and managing sustainable urban environments.
Acoustic performance prediction by means of a statistical energy analysis of two adjacent workrooms used for conferences and educational proposes
Modern tempering technologies offer impressive energy efficiencies for glass processors. But, have you ever come across energy-saving claims that seem too good to be true?
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