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Glass & IGUs

Lower-carbon flat glass as standard

» SAINT-GOBAIN GLASS UK & Ireland has taken a significant step forward in lower-carbon flat glass production. At its Eggborough plant, near Goole, PLANICLEAR ® now achieves 7.22 kgCO₂e / m ² for 4 mm glass.
STANDARD PRODUCTION, NOT A LIMITED CAMPAIGN
The new Environmental Product Declaration( EPD) reflects Saint-Gobain Glass UK & Ireland’ s regular dayto-day production. It is not based on a trial or short-term campaign. PLANICLEAR ® is
manufactured and delivered this way as standard, every day.
The new declaration shows a reduction of more than 34 % compared with the previous EPD. This strengthens PLANICLEAR ® as a practical choice for lowering embodied carbon, while maintaining the same quality, availability, and performance.
DRIVEN BY A CLEAR DECARBONISATION ROADMAP
This progress is driven by Saint-Gobain Glass UK’ s decarbonisation roadmap and its Glass Forever circular economy approach to flat glass recycling. Together, they focus on three key areas: increasing circularity, reducing reliance on virgin raw materials, and improving renewable energy use and process efficiency.
Producing around 13 miles of flat glass daily, the Eggborough site is embedding lower-carbon manufacturing at scale. By reducing the footprint of its core product, Saint- Gobain Glass is making lower carbon specification simpler for the construction and retrofit markets.
The EPD is third-party verified and positions PLANICLEAR ® among the lowest embodied carbon standard float glass products manufactured in the UK. It provides robust data for planning, Environmental, Social, and Governance( ESG) reporting, and procurement decisions, helping customers move with confidence and avoid the risk of greenwashing.
Critically, this applies to standard PLANICLEAR ®,
supporting lower embodied carbon at sealed unit level with no added cost and no change to product performance.
NEW EPDS AVAILABLE NOW AND MORE TO FOLLOW
New EPDs are now available for all PLANICLEAR ® thicknesses and Sapphire Blue. UK coated and laminated products will also benefit from this lower embodied carbon substrate, with supporting EPDs expected to be validated in the second half of 2026.
EPDs are available at
www. saint-gobain-glass. co. uk
or at environdec. com

A Practical Solution for Emergency Glass Repairs

» WHEN GLASS IS UNEXPECTEDLY damaged, finding a safe and practical temporary solution can be a priority. CR Laurence’ s Emergency Glass Repair Film provides a quick and effective way to help secure cracked or broken glazing until a permanent repair or replacement can be carried out.
Designed for emergency applications, CRL Emergency Glass Repair Film can be applied directly over damaged glass to help hold broken fragments in place, providing a temporary safety barrier while maintaining visibility and allowing natural light to enter. This makes it a practical option where traditional boarding-up methods could restrict access, light or visibility.
The self-adhesive film is straightforward to apply and can be cut to the required size, helping glaziers, maintenance teams, contractors and facilities managers respond quickly to unexpected glass damage. Whether caused by accidental impact, vandalism or other breakages, damaged glazing can create both safety concerns and disruption. Having CR Laurence’ s Emergency Glass Repair Film readily available can provide a convenient temporary solution while arrangements are made for permanent repair or replacement.
Suitable for a range of glazed applications, the film is particularly useful for businesses and building operators looking to minimise disruption and maintain the appearance and functionality of an area following glass damage.
CRL Emergency Glass Repair Film is designed as a temporary repair solution and should not be considered a substitute for permanent glass replacement where required.
For further information call 01706 863600, email crl _ uk @ crlaurence. co. uk, or visit www. crlaurence. co. uk
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