Global Solar Control Glass Market Size, Share, Growth Analysis, By Technology(Passive Solar Control Glass, and Active Solar Control Glass), By Application(Residential Buildings, Commercial Buildings) - Industry Forecast 2024-2031

Solar Control Glass Market size was valued at USD 7.30 Billion in 2021 and is poised to grow from USD 7.99 Billion in 2022 to USD 16.52 Billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 9.5% during the forecast period (2023-2030).

The global solar control glass market is highly competitive, with several key players vying for market share. These companies focus on innovation, product development, and strategic partnerships to gain a competitive edge and expand their presence in the market. The competitive landscape of the solar control glass market is characterized by both established glass manufacturers and specialized players focusing solely on solar control glass products. Some of the prominent companies operating in the market include AGC Inc., Saint-Gobain, Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd., Guardian Glass, and NSG Group. These companies have a strong global presence and offer a wide range of solar control glass solutions to cater to different customer needs and applications. They leverage their expertise in glass manufacturing, research, and development to provide innovative products that meet stringent performance requirements. 'AGC Inc. (Japan)', 'Saint-Gobain (France)', 'Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd. (Japan)', 'Guardian Glass (US)', 'NSG Group (Japan)', 'Vitro, S.A.B. de C.V. (Mexico)', 'PPG Industries, Inc. (US)', 'Corning Incorporated (US)', 'Schott AG (Germany)', 'Sisecam Group (Turkey)', 'Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited (China)', 'China Glass Holdings Limited (China)', 'Asahi Glass Co., Ltd. (Japan)', 'Central Glass Co., Ltd. (Japan)', 'Taiwan Glass Ind. Corp. (Taiwan)', 'Euroglas GmbH (Germany)', 'Pilkington Group Limited (UK)', 'Sedak GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)', 'CSG Holding Co., Ltd. (China)', 'Glaston Corporation (Finland)'

With growing environmental concerns and the need for energy-efficient buildings, there is a rising demand for solar control glass as a sustainable solution. Builders and architects are incorporating solar control glass to reduce energy consumption, enhance indoor comfort, and meet green building certifications. For example, in 2022, a major construction project in Europe implemented solar control glass in its design to improve energy efficiency and create a comfortable indoor environment.

Integration of Smart Glass Technology: The integration of smart glass technology is a key trend in the solar control glass market. Smart glass can dynamically adjust its transparency based on external factors such as sunlight intensity or user preferences. This technology offers enhanced control over solar heat gain and light transmission, providing optimal energy efficiency and comfort. In 2022, advancements in smart glass technology were witnessed, with several companies introducing innovative solutions that offer seamless transitions between transparent and opaque states.

Asia Pacific is projected to witness the highest growth rate in the solar control glass market, with a volume-based compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 12.0% during the forecast period. This growth can be attributed to the changing climatic conditions in the region and the increasing number of residential and commercial buildings. The Asia Pacific region is experiencing thriving infrastructure investments, which are expected to drive the demand for solar control glass.