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ORAÉ: The Glass Revolutionizing Sustainable Construction with the Lowest Carbon Footprint

ORAÉ: The Glass Revolutionizing Sustainable Construction with the Lowest Carbon Footprint
ORAÉ by Saint Gobain. Courtesy of the brand.

Saint-Gobain’s breakthrough glass solution, ORAÉ sets new environmental standards in the industry.

Saint-Gobain, a leading global provider of sustainable construction materials, has introduced ORAÉ®, a groundbreaking low-carbon glass that has quickly gained recognition for its exceptional environmental performance. Verified by third-party documents, ORAÉ® has been confirmed as the glass with the lowest carbon footprint on the market, surpassing industry standards and setting a new benchmark for sustainable building materials.

Verified Environmental Declarations

Saint-Gobain’s ORAÉ® glass has undergone rigorous scrutiny, resulting in verified environmental declarations (EPD and FDES*) that affirm its superior eco-friendliness. The documents establish ORAÉ® as the frontrunner in terms of low carbon emissions, with an impressive carbon footprint of only 6.64kg CO2 eq./m² over its entire life cycle (for a 4mm substrate). This achievement represents a remarkable 42% reduction compared to the European average for Saint-Gobain Glass’ clear substrate. The impressive reduction is made possible by a high content of recycled glass without compromising on technical performance, aesthetics, or product quality.

Integration with Advanced Coating Technologies

Saint-Gobain Glass has seamlessly integrated ORAÉ® into its product portfolio, combining it with their most advanced coating technologies. The result is the COOL-LITE® XTREME ORAÉ® solution, which delivers unparalleled performance and sustainability. This innovative solution not only minimizes the glass’s carbon footprint in building facades but also reduces carbon emissions during the use phase, specifically for cooling, heating, and lighting applications.

Partnerships with Major Real Estate Players

The real estate market has demonstrated great enthusiasm for ORAÉ® and its positive impact on carbon reduction. Numerous major partners in the industry have already selected Saint-Gobain Glass for their projects to lower their carbon footprint. Notably, the Swedish developer NCC, in collaboration with facade manufacturer Fasadglas, has chosen the COOL-LITE® XTREME ORAÉ® solution for the prestigious Habitat 7 project in Gothenburg, Sweden. These partnerships highlight the pivotal role played by ORAÉ® in promoting sustainable practices and driving the development of a low-carbon, circular economy.

Incorporation into Carbon Footprint Calculations

To further support sustainable construction practices, ORAÉ® has been integrated into Calumen®, a digital configuration tool developed by Saint-Gobain Glass. This inclusion empowers construction professionals, regardless of their expertise, to accurately measure the environmental impact of ORAÉ® on the carbon footprint of their architectural projects. By providing detailed and verified environmental data, Calumen® helps architects and builders make informed decisions for more sustainable designs.

Expansion to the Window Market

Building on its success, ORAÉ® has also made its way into the window market. In partnership with Saint-Gobain Glass’s high-performance low-emissivity coatings such as ECLAZ® and PLANISTAR®, ORAÉ® offers an impressive solution for energy-efficient windows. Currently available in Spain and France, this combination of ORAÉ® and advanced coatings will soon be accessible in other countries. This expansion signifies a significant stride towards sustainable construction practices on a global scale.

Carbon Neutrality by 2050

ORAÉ® represents a significant breakthrough in the field of sustainable construction materials. Its unprecedented low carbon footprint, verified by third-party declarations, positions it as the glass with the least environmental impact on the market. With ORAÉ®’s integration into Saint-Gobain Glass’s product offerings and its adoption by major real estate partners, the glass is revolutionizing the industry by fostering sustainable construction practices. By facilitating precise carbon footprint calculations through tools like Calumen®, ORAÉ® empowers architects and builders to make informed decisions that contribute to a greener future. With Saint-Gobain’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, ORAÉ® exemplifies the company’s ambition to be a global leader in sustainable construction and pave the way for a more environmentally conscious built environment.

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