Glass for energy efficient buildings
With net zero targets being high on the governments’ agendas in not just the UK but worldwide, the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) is working with British Glass to research the impact glass and glazing has in making buildings more energy efficient and carbon reducing.
This new research will show how glass types perform in buildings and why the government should be giving the glass and glazing industry more consideration in future initiatives or policies when it comes to energy efficiency and zero carbon.
John Agnew GGF Group Managing Director comments “The GGF has been working closer with British Glass for a few years and this latest collaboration cements our strong working relationship.”
Dave Dalton, Chief Executive of British Glass adds, “British Glass and the GGF have had a long-standing partnership for many years and on several projects and campaigns. It’s essential for the industry to collaborate to amplify our voice to government for the benefit of the sector.”
Aligned to the research, the GGF will also survey other trade bodies in the glass, glazing and fenestration sectors to explore concerns and find common ground. In doing so the GGF aims to present the importance of energy efficient glass and glazing, to improve the existing and new building stock, whilst making a valuable contribution to reducing carbon emissions.
Mr Agnew summarises, “Since 1977, when trade associations from all sides of the industry came together to form the GGF, the Federation has continuously worked with other trade organisations to advance the interests of Members and in many cases, for the betterment of the entire industry. Our industry collaborations are imperative to increase our voice and progress our shared objectives for the benefit of all in the industry and the consumer.”
A presentation on the current Net Zero activity will take place at the GGF’s virtual only annual conference, GGF Members’ Day on the 22nd September.
Image: John Agnew GGF Group Managing Director
