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Over the past two weeks of September, Glass for Europe launched its new #MoreThanYouSee campaign on LinkedIn, highlighting the essential role of flat glass in Europeans’ daily lives and its contribution to many of Europe’s policy priorities.
The flat glass industry’s priority is to increase the quality and quantity of crushed flat glass (cullet) that can be recycled.
Michael Engelmann from the Institute of Building Structures at TU Dresden is conducting research into adaptive structures made from thin glass.
Glass for Europe welcomes a European Commission’s delegation to AGC Glass Europe’s plant in Moustier
On 17 September, Glass for Europe, in collaboration with Glass Alliance Europe, organised a visit for a delegation from the European Commission to AGC Glass Europe’s float glass plant in Moustier, Belgium.
The European Commission’s new Public Procurement Act proposal could reshape how quality, sustainability and EU-origin content are valued in public tenders, with important implications for the flat glass sector.
On 8 September 2026, Glass for Europe took part in a roundtable on energy organised by the European Commission’s DG ENER.
The transition from the GP19 to the new GP26 production statistics classification system introduces several changes affecting flat glass products.
A review of EU import bans on flat glass products from Russia and Belarus
Glass can be recycled indefinitely, and using glass cullet in production reduces the need for virgin raw materials, energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
In Düsseldorf international decision-makers will encounter innovations, knowledge and concrete solutions for the glass sector
A new Glass for Europe series examines how national regulations integrate the solar factor in buildings.
An innovative photovoltaic façade project has been developed in the Netherlands, integrating high-performance glass with 5BB monocrystalline technology.
On 17 July, the European Commission adopted its proposal for the ETS reform. Glass for Europe is currently conducted a detailed assessment of the legislative proposal. The text below is the press release which was sent following the adoption.
EnduroShield was applied to 2,200 m² of glass at the University of Ottawa Faculty of Health Sciences Building, supporting low-maintenance performance and bird-friendly design goals.
Smarter school buildings are key to a more sustainable future. Here's how Glass for Europe is supporting the conversation.
A smart retrofit can be just as transformative as a new investment—discover how AGC Interpane and Glaston modernized a tempering line to boost efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability for the future.
The VOLTA pilot furnace marks a decisive milestone in the demonstration of hybrid melting for flat glass, following one full year of continuous operation.
From 20 March to 12 June, the European Commission organised a public consultation on the energy efficiency framework post-2030.
From 1 to 5 July, the European Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (eceee) held its summer study around the Lac d’Ailette (France).
Glass for Europe is urging EU policymakers to strengthen support for locally made automotive glazing through upcoming automotive legislation.
Verified, product‑level EPDs for Eastman Saflex™ & Vanceva™ PVB interlayers are live — download ready‑to‑use data to improve embodied‑carbon assessments and Scope 3 reporting.
A People’s Daily report highlights how NorthGlass is driving innovation and sustainability in China’s rapidly evolving glass industry.
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