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Glass for Europe, the trade association for the European Manufacturers of Building, Automotive and Solar-Energy Glass, has recently released information on a new study gathered by David Strong Consulting that discusses the benefits of glazing in sustainable buildings – highlighting key socio-economic of glazed areas that contribute to sustainability in the built environment.

Pilkington energiKare™ Survey. They’re the homeowners and consumers of the future, and it seems that children are embracing the need to go green in a big way. Our research reveals that almost a quarter of British parents now say that their kids know more about being energy efficiency then they do.

While sustainability is a hot topic for the public, homeowner demand alone isn’t currently enough of a ‘pull’ to drive efficiency increases in residential property. In the short term, action is coming in the form of initiatives pushed by government and industry. There is plenty of activity that has the potential to drive the market forward over the next few years. But each initiative ...

Creative architects and designers have been dreaming up futuristic architecture for decades. And although our idea of the future and our definition of futuristic architecture changes with every generation, there are a few similarities; every design seems to help us adapt our surrounding habitats to suit the ever changing environment and climate.

With more wind, rain and chilly weather expected this winter, and the ongoing gas and electricity tariff hikes, it is now more important than ever to look into ways of running an energy-efficient home to help reduce costs, while maintaining your home’s tip top condition and staying warm and cosy.

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Overview. Using the same technology as Pilkington Pyrostop ®, Pilkington Pyrodur ® is tried and tested against fire and hot gases. Pilkington Pyrodur ® is widely used and specified in a range of softwood and hardwood timber. Offering up to 60 mins integrity, Pilkington Pyrodur ® can combine impact resistance (BS EN 12600) up to Class 1(B)1 and penetration resistance (BS EN 356) to ...

It was during Medieval times that the use of glass was first experimented with – being widely used as a decorative feature, and not just as a means of letting light in.

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