Opening Ceremony - International Year of Glass 2022

WhatsApp LINKEDIN FACEBOOK X PRINT MORE

Date: 10 February 2022

Source: iyog2022oc.org

Photo source

iyog2022oc.org

Date: 10 February 2022

Celebrating the past, present and future of glass for a sustainable, equitable and better tomorrow!

FOLLOW THE EVENT LIVE VIA UN WEBTV

A 2-day opening event will take place at the Palace of Nations in Geneva and will also be streamed live online. Featuring 30 world-class speakers, talks will highlight the latest thinking on how Glass can aid the development of more just and sustainable societies alongside the most recent scientific and technical breakthroughs.

Inspiring presentations from global experts

Over 2 days, these international speakers will impart their unrivalled knowledge of glass. Experts in their fields, they will delve into the past, current and future developments in glass, and point towards a better future for humankind.

speakers

VIEW ALL SPEAKERS

Discover the world of glass - topics

International speakers and glass industry experts discuss some pertinent topics at the opening ceremony of the International Year of Glass 2022

Glass & Humankind
Glass Living
Optics & Photonic Technology
Glass reaching out
Towards a sustainable world
SDGs: The case of life science and energy

GO TO FULL EVENT SCHEDULE

See more news about:

WhatsApp LINKEDIN FACEBOOK X PRINT MORE

Others also read

MORE...

Glaston CEO Talks at China Glass 2026: Mingchi Glass on Innovation and Future Automotive Trends

Glaston shares insights from China Glass 2026, featuring a CEO-level discussion on collaboration, innovation, and the future of automotive glass.

Forel signs two-year deal as Premium PiGs Sponsor

FOREL UK & Ireland has signed a two-year agreement to become a Premium PiGs Sponsor for 2026 and 2027, further strengthening its close relationship with PiGs AKA People in Glazing Society.

Get ready for the 2nd Annual Glazier Expo and REGISTER today!

The Finishing Trades Institute of Ontario has announced its second annual Glazier Expo, taking place on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at its Toronto training centre located at 130 Toro Road.

From left to right: Bernd Hillbrands (Forterro), Miriam Berzen and Lars Klaes (Klaes) and Marcus Pannier (Forterro), following the signing that brings Klaes and Forterro together.

Forterro acquires Klaes

Forterro announces the acquisition of Klaes, strengthening its presence in the European windows, doors, and façades software market.

SEEBBE 2026 Opens in Belgrade with Over 500 Exhibitors

The 50th jubilee edition of the International Construction Fair SEEBBE has officially opened at the Belgrade Fair, bringing together more than 500 exhibitors from over 30 countries.