2022: UN INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF GLASS

The United Nationals (UN) General Council declared 2022 the International Year of Glass through the approval of a joint application by the International Commission on Glass (ICG), the Community of Glass Associations (CGA), and ICOM-Glass. The year celebrates the essential role glass has in society. Kicking off the celebration was an opening ceremony in February, featuring 30 world-class speakers who highlighted the latest thinking on how glass can aid the development of more just and sustainable societies, the most recent scientific and technical breakthroughs, its influence on art and history, and finally, the role of museums.

The International Year of Glass was a result of scientists’ and industry leaders’ advocacy for the use of glass and its direct support of the UN Sustainability Development Goals. As part of their support, advocacy groups cited lifesaving medical care, integration with clean energy, and reducing carbon emissions as examples of how glass can advance a more sustainable world.

SMI is a proud supporter of this initiative and shared its mission with stakeholders through communications platforms.