Şişecam Glass Conference Draws In Global Glass Industry Representatives
Şişecam Glass Conference, a platform to foster the development of the glass sector's exceptional talent with the contribution and cooperation of all stakeholders of the global industry, was centred this year around the main theme of "Collaborate to Innovate: For a Sustainable Future". Held on November 2-3, the conference brought together representatives from academia, scientific institutions, glass manufacturers and suppliers to discuss glass and innovative products that add value to glass, technological developments in the industry and sustainable solutions.
Şişecam Chairman and Executive Member of the Board Prof. Dr. Ahmet Kırman said: “Income inequality is one of the main problem areas where the glass industry can make a difference. Another major issue is that serious steps have not yet been taken to ensure a sustainable world, though the topic is widely discussed. Finally, equal conditions are not provided for women, who make up more than half of the global population. A comprehensive plan is needed for a fair and sustainable world. The glass industry should also do its part.”
The conference started with three keynote speeches on: Truly Transparent Solar for Electricity Generating Facades; Decarbonization Pathway of the Glass Industry, Challenges, Opportunities for Different Segments and Possible Solutions Regarding Different Energy Inputs; A Phosphate-Based Approach to Carbon-Neutral Glass Manufacturing. This was followed by ten parallel sessions covering key topics such as: Glass Melting and Forming Process; Glass Surface Interfaces and Coatings; Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization Strategy; Advanced Materials and Devices, Digitalization; Fundamentals of Glass Science; and Product Design. A total of 72 papers were presented during the conference, including 51 oral presentations and 21 posters.
