Glass is not just a mere object to view our surroundings, it has become an integral part of our buildings today by playing a vital role in comfort, energy efficiency, hygiene,day lighting security accessibility, and much more. Evolving from a building material to a technological advancement that paves way for a sustainable future, glass has truly become the need of the hour. In order to fulfill the potential of glass in buildings, it is necessary to “enhance competence of key personnel involved in design, selection, processing, installation & maintenance of glass products”.

Glass contributes a whole new level of aesthetics, energy efficiency, safety, security and comfort to the buildings of today. At the heart of the transformation wrought in glass are those who visualize, create and execute with the wonder material. The only limits to what they can envision and create are the availability of right glass solutions, their own knowledge, and skill gaps with glass. In short, selecting right glass solution for right application in safe and energy efficient manner is important.

To understand the significance of glass today, it takes knowledge and information from those who’ve had years of experience to master the subject. The glass Academy thus brings together quintessential information for these experts in order to educate, develop the skills of the various stakeholders of the industry and in turn fulfill the potential of glass in contemporary building spaces. From learning about green habitats to glazing against fire, one can learn, develop and shape his dreams through the first-of-its-kind knowledge platform.