UK buildings could cut nearly a third of their energy consumption by 2030 by choosing the right types of glass, according to the latest research commissioned by Glass for Europe, and as more than 40% by 2050.

Even more optimistically, it says nearly half of that 30-year projected saving could be achieved in the first ten years.

Guardian Glass, commenting on the report, adds:The data from the Glass for Europe report clearly demonstrates that highly energy-efficient glazing yields would significantly benefit the environment and reduce the need for heating and cooling.

“Among some of its important parameters one could mention not only the thermal insulation coefficient (Uw) but also optimal solar radiation transmission (g).”

Projections for all of Europe are close behind those for the UK, says the report. In 2030 European buildings would consume nearly 30% less energy if all of them were glazed with high performance glass.

The reduction of energy consumption is one of the key goals defined by the European Union. Energy can be saved predominantly through buildings, which still consume huge amounts of energy. Therefore, it stands to reason that the subject of energy-efficiency is widely discussed in the construction sector. In this context, the most popular are renewables and thermally insulating materials. It turns out, however, that facade glazing also has much potential.

guardianglass.com

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