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Glass Futures will today (25th June 2025) mark a major milestone by lighting its cutting-edge furnace for the first time.
Luoyang Northglass Triturbo Fan Technology Co., Ltd. and Boyuan Electromechanical (Nantong) Co., Ltd. held a strategic cooperation signing ceremony in Luoyang.
At glasstec 2026 held in Düsseldorf from 20 to 23 October 2026 solutions for current and future challenges in the glass industry will be centrestage once again. The Hot Topics read: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Digital Technologies, Decarbonisation and Circularity.
A new report in Glass Construction & Facade shows how thin glass and advanced interlayers like evguard® and evguard® MPE can cut laminated glass weight by over 60%, supporting both sustainability and high performance.
GAOREN, a leading provider of EVA film lamination and smart glass solutions, is pleased to announce that construction of its new 68,000 square meter facility in Zhuhai is nearing completion.
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.
Discover how thoughtful design and innovative daylight solutions come together at the Grace Hopper School, recently showcased during Architecture Day 2025.
On 30 June, the European Commission adopted a support package to help Member States implement the new Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
Following the publication of the Clean Industrial Deal and in anticipation of upcoming legislation, Glass for Europe has engaged with policymakers to highlight the significant decarbonisation challenges facing the flat glass industry.
The EPPA Annual Summit 2025 brought together high-level representatives from EU institutions, the European Investment Bank, research organisations, and the European window profile industry.
Amid global calls for the adoption of green materials on World Environment Day, Glass Futures and AGI Glaspac are delighted to use the auspicious occasion to announce a pivotal collaborative sustainability agreement.
As the sole refractory expert in the EU-funded HEATERNAL project, Calderys has selected materials for the thermal energy storage unit, now moving toward assembly and testing ahead of its 2026 completion.
Daylight meets design in the new Activo center, where OKAWOOD enhances comfort, energy efficiency, and well-being on the shores of Bremen’s Werdersee.
Glass Futures is transforming the future of glassmaking — leading global decarbonisation efforts, creating skilled jobs in St Helens, and shaping a cleaner, more sustainable industry from the ground up.
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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?
This paper begins with an overview of the different types of modules and their applications. It discusses building regulations including the necessary structural analysis and testing verifications.
Evaluation Framework and Preliminary Results
This study examines the potential benefits of Electrophoretic Light Modulator (ELM) on an Amsterdam office's energy and daylight performance using dynamic simulation of a shoebox perimeter zone model.
A recent study by BV Glas and Stuttgart University outlines three pathways to achieve climate neutrality in the glass industry by 2045.
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