Solar Control Glass Market Report 2025

The solar control glass market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.84 billion in 2024 to $6.2 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to cost reduction initiatives, energy efficiency concerns, urbanization and construction boom, focus on green buildings, automotive industry demand.

The solar control glass market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.33 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to consumer demand for comfort, research and development, UV protection needs, shift to energy conservation, architectural preferences. Major trends in the forecast period include smart glass innovations, dynamic architectural designs, smart cities initiatives, urban heat island effect, smart automotive solutions, health and uv protection.

The increasing adoption of green building practices worldwide is a significant factor driving the growth of the solar control glass market. Green buildings are designed to be environmentally sustainable and produce low carbon emissions. Solar control glass, categorized as green glass, can be used to construct sustainable structures that enhance overall sustainability. For example, in September 2023, RubyHome, a US-based real estate firm, reported that the United States leads the world in LEED-certified buildings and construction projects. In 2022, more than 511 million square feet of construction projects in the U.S. were pursuing LEED certification. Consequently, the rise in green building practices is expected to boost the demand for solar control glass.

The solar control glass market is poised for growth owing to the escalating demand for energy-efficient buildings. Energy-efficient buildings are designed and constructed with the primary objective of minimizing energy consumption and enhancing overall energy efficiency. Solar control glass emerges as a versatile solution that addresses various facets of energy efficiency and comfort in buildings. As a crucial component of contemporary, sustainable construction practices, solar control glass plays a pivotal role in contributing to the energy efficiency of buildings. In July 2023, data from the International Energy Agency revealed a significant upswing in building energy efficiency investments, exceeding $250 billion in 2022 - a remarkable 14% increase. This robust growth indicates a continued emphasis on constructing energy-efficient buildings, thereby propelling the solar control glass market forward.

A notable trend shaping the solar control glass market is the emphasis on product innovation by major industry players. Companies are actively developing advanced technologies, particularly energy-saving solutions, to reinforce their market positioning. Energy savings, measured by comparing energy consumption before and after an efficiency improvement, are becoming a focal point in product innovation. AGC Obeikan, a company based in the United Arab Emirates, exemplifies this trend with the introduction of Stopray Ace-30T, a solar control-coated glass specifically designed for the MENA market. Stopray Ace-30T features double silver coatings that enhance comfort and energy efficiency. The coatings, with minimal internal light reflection, not only ensure clear external views but also create a warm and inviting interior ambiance. This product innovation aligns with the broader industry trend of developing technologies that promote energy efficiency and sustainability in architectural design.

Leading companies in the solar control glass market are strategically partnering to pioneer the development of energy-generating doors and windows while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Strategic partnerships involve the collaboration of companies, combining their strengths and resources for mutual benefit. An exemplary case is the August 2022 partnership between Andersen Corporation, a US-based manufacturer of glass, windows, and doors, and Ubiquitous Energy, a US-based transparent solar technology company. Together, they aim to introduce groundbreaking devices that revolutionize solar power applications for residential and light commercial structures. The collaboration leverages Ubiquitous Energy's UE Power technology, a patented transparent photovoltaic glass covering that captures solar power without compromising the appearance of windows. The joint efforts focus on creating products that enable clean energy production through windows and doors, providing a clear and natural experience comparable to conventional architectural elements.

In April 2022, Borosil, an India-based glassware producer, strategically acquired Interfloat Group for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition serves to enhance Borosil's presence in Europe by expanding its client base and offering a broader range of solar glass products. Leveraging its highly efficient manufacturing techniques, Borosil aims to boost the European entity's productivity and reduce its carbon footprint. The strategic collaboration will work towards increasing production capacity from the existing 300 tons per day (TPD) to 500 TPD. Interfloat Group, based in Germany, specializes in the manufacturing of solar glass, and the acquisition positions Borosil to strengthen its foothold in the European market.

Major companies operating in the solar control glass market are Asahi Glass Company Limited, Arcon Flach- und Sicherheitsglas GmbH & Co. KG, Cardinal Glass Industries Inc., PPG Industries Inc., Euroglas GmbH, Guardian Industries LLC (Koch Industries Inc.), Schott AG, Saint-Gobain S.A., Sisecam (Türkiye Is Bankasi A.S.), CSG Holding Limited, Shanghai Yaohua Pilkington Glass Group Company Limited, Taiwan Glass Group, Trakya Cam Sanayii A.S., Central Glass Company Limited, Nippon Sheet Glass Company Limited, Vitro Architectural Glass, Fuyao Glass Industry Group Company Limited, Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited, China Glass Holdings Limited, Guangdong Golden Glass Technologies Limited, Pilkington Group Limited, Qingdao Kangdeli Industrial & Trading Company Limited, Yaohua Glass Company Limited, Luoyang Glass Company Limited, Jinjing Group Company Limited, Hebei Yingxin Glass Group Company Limited, Shandong Jinjing Science and Technology Stock Company Limited, Suzhou Huadong Coating Glass Company Limited, Viracon Inc., Kawneer Company Inc.

Europe was the largest region in the solar control glass market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the solar control glass market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the solar control glass market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Solar control glass represents an advanced innovation within the glass industry, designed to permit sunlight penetration into windows or facades while effectively reflecting and dissipating a substantial portion of the sun's heat. This technology ensures a notably brighter and cooler indoor environment compared to conventional glass usage.

The primary categories of solar control glass encompass float glass, heat-strengthened glass, laminated glass, tempered glass, as well as various hard-coated and soft-coated glasses. Float glass denotes a clear, distortion-free glass utilized across diverse window applications. Its production involves pouring molten glass from a furnace into a molten tin-filled chamber, serving as a foundational material for numerous other glass types, including tinted (heat-absorbing) glass and laminated glass. Solar control glasses are distinguished by their electrochromic, photochromic, gasochromic, and other inherent properties. These glasses find applications in residential, commercial, automotive, and other sectors.

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The solar control glass market consists of sales of tint glass, coating glass, and tint and coating glass. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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