EPDs for Processed Glass Panes in Europe: Data Guide
Planning an Environmental Product Declaration for processed non‑insulating glass panes in Europe? This 2026 deep dive distills who is publishing, which program operators and PCRs they use, and when expiries cluster. We cover flat glass terms manufacturers actually search for too, like monolithic glass, tempered or laminated panes, and single glazing.
The category in numbers
Across Europe, 81 currently valid EPDs exist for processed non‑insulating glass panes (also called processed flat glass, monolithic panes, tempered or laminated panes). They come from 27 manufacturers, published through 4 program operators, using 15 distinct PCRs. The newest issue date in the past five years is Jun 5 2024.
Two publishers set the pace. Saint‑Gobain accounts for 25 EPDs and Kingspan for 11. Together they represent 44 percent of active declarations in this niche. A long tail of 25 other manufacturers holds the remaining share.
Program operators and how concentrated they are
EPD International AB (Environdec) dominates with 65 EPDs across 23 manufacturers. INIES holds 14 EPDs across only 2 manufacturers, a sign of high concentration that can simplify benchmarking inside France yet limit cross‑border comparability. EPD Ireland and ift Rosenheim appear as single‑EPD outposts used by one manufacturer each.
Why this matters. If a buyer’s spec set spans multiple EU markets, publishing under a widely used operator can make your declarations easier to find in design tools. If your commercial focus is national, a domestic operator may still be the quickest route.
Who is publishing EPDs
Leaders by current count include Saint‑Gobain (25), Kingspan (11), ArcelorMittal (5), Falcon Panel Products (4), AGC Glass Europe (3), Essem Design (3), Optima Products (3), and Russwood (3). Guardian Europe, Hammerglass, Knauf Insulation, Strugal, and others round out the set with one or two each.
Read this as a competitive tempo check. If your product line overlaps with these names and you do not have product‑specific EPDs, every bid that requires them forces evaluators to assume conservative impacts for your SKU. That pushes you into price‑only battles you can avoid with a verified declaration.
PCRs in circulation and what they signal
EN 15804+A2 frameworks clearly lead the rulebook mix. The most used are Environdec’s PCR 2019:14 (versions 1.3.3 and 1.2.5), France’s NF EN 15804 national additions (A1 and A2), plus a focused c‑PCR for flat glass (EN 17074). Here is the tally.
| PCR | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| CEN standard EN 15804 | 2 | Jan 14 2029 |
| Core Product Category Rules | 3 | Jan 14 2029 |
| PCR 2012:01 Construction products and construction services (EN 15804:A1) | 7 | Mar 15 2026 |
| PCR 2012:01 Sub‑PCR I Thermal insulation products (EN 16783) | 1 | Feb 10 2026 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804+A2) (1.3.3) | 23 | Dec 30 2028 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804:A2) | 1 | May 8 2027 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804+A2) (1.2.5) | 14 | Dec 30 2028 |
| PCR 2019:14 c‑PCR‑005 Thermal Insulation products (EN 16783) | 1 | Nov 2 2027 |
| PCR 2019:14 c‑PCR‑006 Wood and wood‑based products (EN 16485) | 3 | Nov 27 2027 |
| PCR 2019:14 c‑PCR‑007 Windows and doors (EN 17213) | 7 | Oct 27 2027 |
| PCR 2019:14 c‑PCR‑009 Flat glass products (EN 17074) | 2 | Sep 8 2028 |
| PCR 2021:01 Multi‑purpose films (1.0.2) | 1 | Aug 24 2028 |
| Part A EN 15804:2012 in Ireland | 1 | Jul 18 2027 |
| NF EN 15804+A1 national addition | 3 | Oct 18 2026 |
| NF EN 15804+A2 national addition | 11 | Jun 5 2029 |
| Unknown PCR | 1 | Jun 29 2026 |
What to make of it. The A2 family is now the default frame for new declarations in Europe, and the flat glass c‑PCR exists but is not yet universally used. Publishing on the mainstream A2 branches keeps comparability straightforward across bids.
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Expiries that shape your renewal calendar
Renewal demand spikes in 2028 with 27 expiries, followed by 24 in 2027, 16 in 2029, and 14 in 2026. There are less renewals in 2026 than 2027. If you plan to refresh or expand your range, slotting work ahead of the 2027 to 2028 peaks helps avoid bottlenecks at program operators and verifiers.
A few specifics help schedule teams:
- 2026 expiries collect older A1‑based records and early A2 adoptions. The NF EN 15804+A1 national addition and a small A2 1.2.5 cohort fall here.
- 2027 shows a long run of windows and doors c‑PCRs and general A2 1.3.3 updates.
- 2028 is heavy on PCR 2019:14 A2 1.3.3 and 1.2.5, plus the flat glass c‑PCR for EN 17074.
- 2029 brings long‑dated NF EN 15804+A2 national additions from France and a small set tied to EN 15804 core frameworks.
Release cadence since 2021
Issuances have been steady and then eased in the most recent year shown. The table below shows what is currently visible as valid in the last five years.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2025 | 0 |
A note on the zero in 2025. The public registries often publish in batches and can lag, so recent late‑year declarations sometimes appear months later. Treat 2025 as incomplete rather than a real dip.
The latest EPD on record
The newest record in this set is Kingspan’s “Exutoires de fumées ECOFEU PREMIUM ALU 160 LEC et ECOFEU PREMIUM ALU 110 SCE LEC,” issued Jun 5 2024 through INIES, referencing the NF EN 15804+A2 national addition, with validity to Jun 5 2029. That gives a clear template for French‑market products that need national alignment.
How often teams rely on EPD consultants
68 of 81 EPDs in this category list an external EPD service provider or consultant. That is 84 percent relying on specialist support. For most manufacturers the bottleneck is not modeling, it is disciplined data collection across plants and SKUs. A partner that handles the white‑glove data chase and project management frees R&D and operations to focus on production while the EPD moves forward. If you prefer a single accountable team, consider an EPD service provider like Parq.
Choosing the right PCR in practice
Pick the same family used by your closest competitors unless there is a compelling reason to switch. Priority filters are simple. Is the PCR widely used in your target markets. Does it align with EN 15804+A2 to keep comparisons clean. When does it expire relative to your renewal window. Finally, confirm the program operator your customers search first so your listing is where specifiers expect it.
What this means for commercial teams
If you sell monolithic glass, tempered or laminated panes, or other processed flat glass, an EPD is a spec unlock in many tenders. Without it, project teams often must assign a conservative impact factor to your product, which can quietly knock you out of shortlists. The cost to produce an EPD is usually dwarfed by a single mid‑sized project win once you are on even footing in the spec review.
Data and method notes
This analysis uses the global public registry of EPDs that most architects and specifiers consult. Because registries sometimes post in batches, the last half of 2025 may be under‑represented. Want the raw tables behind the charts, refreshed with any late‑posted entries. Connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am happy to share the full dataset and hop on a quick call to help pick the best‑fit PCR for your upcoming EPD.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many valid EPDs exist for processed non-insulating glass panes in Europe right now?
There are 81 currently valid EPDs across 27 manufacturers and 4 program operators.
Which program operator handles most flat glass EPDs in Europe?
EPD International AB handles the clear majority in this set with 65 EPDs across 23 manufacturers.
When do expiries cluster for planning renewals?
Expiries peak in 2028 (27 EPDs), followed by 2027 (24), 2029 (16), and 2026 (14).
Which PCR families lead for processed flat glass?
EN 15804+A2 variants dominate, including PCR 2019:14 (versions 1.3.3 and 1.2.5) and the French NF EN 15804+A2 national addition.
Do most manufacturers use external EPD consultants?
Yes. 68 of 81 EPDs cite an external service provider, roughly 84 percent.
About the Author
With a passion for sustainability and a love for complex data, Toby helps manufacturers efficiently collect data from across their organization and get their EPDs done right. He’s especially interested in how AI can support human expertise, helping R&D and factory teams work faster, smarter, and with less friction.
