The countless properties of glazing. A new video from Glass for Europe

Glass is a key material in modern life. It provides natural light and comfort at home, but also security and safety on the road. The video released today by Glass for Europe shows how glass and its properties are discreet and indispensable components of our lives.

In buildings, the glazing influence the visual and thermal comfort. Windows equipped with high-performance glazing reduce energy consumption both in winter and summertime and ensure a visual connection to the exterior. As we spend the biggest part of the day indoor, glass is key to ensure our wellbeing.

On the road, windscreens, backlights, windows and sun roofs for cars and other vehicles ensure maximum visibility for optimum driving conditions and safeguard occupants in case of accidents. But more is to come. In a near future, glass roof integrating photovoltaic cells will be an additional flat glass contribution to clean mobility.