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eyrise® will provide windows to BAFTA as part of a refurbishment to increase space for its charitable programme.
Glass for Europe answered today to the consultation on the EU ETS update in light of the revision of the European Climate targets.
Developing effective plans to replace inefficient windows is a key element of a sustainable and green recovery.
The Niemeyer Sphere – one of the final designs of renowned Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer – has opened in Germany. Key to realizing his vision was our eyrise liquid crystal dynamic glass technology.
Glass for Europe welcomes a new National Partners, BV Glas, the Federal Association of the German Glass Industry.
Glaston is launching its new brand to communicate the full strength of the new Glaston.
Glass for Europe considers that its manufacturing activities should be covered under the taxonomy with adequate technical screening criteria.
Glass for Europe joins the call of Renovate Europe to increase the energy performance standards for the renovation of buildings in the taxonomy delegated act.
Sandwiched between two glass panes is a special hydrogel liquid that turns opaque in sunlight, reducing its heating effect on a building.
The European Commission announced its intention to propose by mid-2021 a carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) for a few sectors, as a pilot phase.
The European Commission announced its intention to propose by mid-2021 a carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) for a few sectors, as a pilot phase.
Soda ash is a key raw material and is used as an additive in the flat glass making process to reduce the melting temperature of the sand used.
By way of the Renovation Wave, the European Commission aims to at least double renovation rates in the next ten years and make sure renovations lead to higher energy efficiency.
High-quality glazing requires high-quality systems for the quality control of glass.
The entire upgrade took only 25 days. The completed furnace was shorter in length, reducing the line’s footprint. Plus, the machine consumed much less energy, an added benefit.
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In a video statement published in reaction to the climate plan, Glass for Europe calls for concrete actions to take place, particularly when it comes to renovating Europe’s ageing buildings.
Since August 2020, a specific CAS number for soda-lime silicate glass has been created in the CAS registry.
On 31st of August 2020, Glass for Europe answered to the European Commission’s roadmap consultation on environmental product performances’ claims.
Visual comfort, thermal comfort and energy savings
By improving its functioning and effectiveness, the CPR (Construction Products Regulation) has the potential to become a driver of sustainability in the building sector and will eventually complete the single market.
Glass for Europe, the trade association of Europe’s flat glass sector, is a firm believer in the added value of a single market for construction products.
In the document released today, Glass for Europe calls on Member States to develop specific roadmaps for replacing single and early uncoated double glazing.
Glass for Europe answered to the Consultation on the Renovation Wave initiative for public and private buildings.
As part of the ongoing negotiations on Brexit, the UK and EU are seeking to agree on a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) on conformity assessment covering the results of third-party conformity notified bodies.