Emirates Float Glass (EFG) recently appointed sustainability consultants Green Technologies to conduct a carbon footprint analysis of its manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

The study, based on the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, a corporate accounting and reporting standard from the World Resource Institute and World Business Council for Sustainable Development, indicated 553g of CO2 emission per kilogram of glass, which is reportedly among one of the best global ratings.

Ghassan Mashal, General Manger, Emirates Float Glass said: “Our efforts have resulted in a significant reduction of manufacturing waste, enhanced energy conservation and mitigated harmful effects on the climate. These outcomes demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and will help us call upon every individual and corporate to do their share in reducing carbon footprints.”

According to the company, float glass produced by EFG contains 59-67% regional raw material. In line with the US Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Rating System for New Construction, procuring materials from neighboring facilities in the UAE, Oman, and Saudi Arabia allows the company to qualify for LEED points under Materials Credit MRc5: Regional Materials.

Additionally, EFG uses 6.20% post-consumer recycled content, contributing further to the LEED Materials Credit MRc4: Recycled Content.