Our sustainability journey
Our sustainability journey
From inception in 1987, explore our history
From inception as Metropolitan Glass & Glazing in 1987 to becoming a leader in providing high performance glass solutions and exceptional service to Australia and New Zealand, explore our 38 year journey.
1987
WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
Founded by three visionary entrepreneurs driven by their passion for glass and committed to providing customers with the highest quality products available, we were known as Metropolitan Glass and Glazing way back then.
1990's
LEADING THE WAY IN TECHNOLOGY.
Metro Glass introduced 1st generation Low E glass
using hardcoat technology, revolutionising thermal
performance of glass.We commissioned double glazing production
lines throughout our North Island plants,
well before it was mandated.
2000's
TAKING PERFORMANCE TO THE NEXT LEVEL.
Metro Glass were the first to introduce 2nd
generation Low E glass in New Zealand.
This soft coat technology transformed thermal
performance, with virtually invisible coatings.The H1 building code changes in 2009
effectively made it mandatory to use
double glazing in all new builds.
2010's
GETTING SERIOUS ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY.
Metro Glass began recycling waste glass
from all our plants, stopping it from
going into landfill.We also began auditing our glass
material suppliers annually including
their sustainability and corporate social
responsibility policies.
2020's
OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED.
The first glass company in New Zealand to attain Declare Label (Red List Free) certification.
Recycling 99% of all our waste glass.
Became Toitu Envirocare Carbon Reduce Certified.
Further H1 building code changes came into effect
to improve home thermal efficiency, meaning Low E
glass effectively became mandatory.
Proud of our achievements to date
We recycle 99% of our waste glass.
We proudly recycle 99% of the waste glass generated by our plants, right here in New Zealand. The recycled glass finds new life in various products, including home insulation and glass bottles.
What our glass is made up of.
The glass products we sell contain an average of 22% recycled content. Our double and triple glazing glass is Declare Label certified as Red List Free, meaning they contain no toxic chemicals or harmful ingredients.
Environmental Impact.
Our Low E glass enhances energy efficiency by reducing the energy needed to heat and cool your home. This not only increases living comfort, decreases power consumption but also contributes to a more sustainable future.
We have EPD's available for all of the glass materials that make up our core products. They tell a product’s life story from sourcing to gate, and their impact on the environment.
We recycle 99% of our waste glass.
We proudly recycle 99% of the waste glass generated by our plants, right here in New Zealand. The recycled glass finds new life in various products, including home insulation and glass bottles.
What our glass is made up of.
The glass products we sell contain an average of 22% recycled content. Our double and triple glazing glass is Declare Label certified as Red List Free, meaning they contain no toxic chemicals or harmful ingredients.
Environmental Impact.
Our Low E glass enhances energy efficiency by reducing the energy needed to heat and cool your home. This not only increases living comfort, decreases power consumption but also contributes to a more sustainable future.
We have EPD's available for all of the glass materials that make up our core products. They tell a product’s life story from sourcing to gate, and their impact on the environment.
Proudly the first glass company to achieve “Declare Red List Free” in New Zealand
Retrofit double glazing is proudly Red List Free on our double and triple glazing Low E glass - meaning they contain no toxic chemicals or harmful ingredients.
What is Declare?
Think of a Declare Label like a food nutrition label, but for building products. It shows you exactly what a product is made from, where it comes from, and what happens to it at the end of its life. This makes it easier for you to choose products that are safer for your family, healthier for your home and better for the planet.
What does Red List Free mean?
The “Red List” is a group of the most harmful chemicals often used in building products. If something is Red List Free, it means it doesn’t contain any of these toxic ingredients. By choosing Red List Free products, you’re creating a healthier home environment, avoiding unnecessary exposure to harmful substances and supporting a cleaner, more sustainable future.
WHAT'S NEXT?
Continuing to lead the industry towards zero glass into landfill New Zealand wide.
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