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How efficient is the glass industry?

Status and prospects of energy efficiency in the glass industry are presented. The investigation of energy performance is based on energy data and modelling. Alignment with best practice suggests a sectoral improvement potential of 10 %. Renewable penetration plays a key role for electrification and hydrogen viability.

How much energy does the glass industry use?

From a sectoral perspective, the total energy consumption of the glass industry is estimated to be around 350 PJ in the EU , around 200 PJ in the US , and in the range between 500 and 800 PJ worldwide .

What energy sources are used in glass production?

Historically, wood, coal, natural gas, and electricity have been used as energy sources in glass production (Griffin et al. 2021). Since the outbreak of the oil crisis in the last century, the need to reduce energy consumption per unit product has become one of the key factors in industrial furnace designs (Weber et al. 2020).

How will glass technology change the world?

Glass manufacturers will base technology and investment decisions on total cost of ownership (TCO). In addition, energy efficiency and operational flexibility will become more important in times of increasing renewable energy, with energy security also becoming more of a focus.

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