AGC Glass Europe announced that FINEO is now the first and only Vacuum Insulating Glass (VIG) worldwide to obtain a third-party verified Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for both standard and Low-Carbon configurations.
FINEO Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are third-party verified documents EN 15804 + A2 and ISO 14025 compliant that provide objective data on its environmental impact throughout its entire life cycle.
Such third-party verified EPDs allow building industry professionals and project owners to compare the environmental footprint of construction products using environmental impact indicators, such as the Global Warming Potential (GWP).
Among the EPD-verified FINEO products, the 8 millimetre Low-Carbon configuration stands out for its significantly reduced environmental footprint. The Low-Carbon variant is based on Low-Carbon PLANIBEL glass range produced on high-efficiency furnaces with a holistic approach such as using a higher percentage of cullet (recycled glass), renewable electricity and low-carbon soda ash.
As a result, the cradle-to-gate GWP value of the 8 millimetre Low-Carbon, covering the most impactful stages of the production – from raw materials extraction to the factory gate – is exceptionally low. The 8 mm Low-Carbon FINEO achieves only 18,9 kilograms of CO2 equivalent square metre, making it one of the most insulating glass / glazing units with the lowest EPD value on the market, outperforming many conventional double and triple glazing units.
FINEO’s EPDs are part of AGC’s wider sustainability commitment, supporting EU objectives on energy performance of buildings. Produced in Belgium for the European market, FINEO is 100 percent recyclable, is designed to last 60 years and is backed by a 20-year product guarantee, ensuring lasting performance for projects that prioritise both technical quality and measurable environmental impact. FINEO remains the only vacuum insulating glass to carry the CE marking as well.