Vistacool Atlantica, PPG Industries

This energy-efficient, reflective glass is green in more ways than one.

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In many climate zones, minimizing solar heat gain without sacrificing views and daylighting potential is a challenge for designers who wish to specify expansive glass panes. PPG’s Vistacool Atlantica reflective glass combines a visible light coefficient of 47% with a solar heat gain coefficient of 0.35 for a light-to-solar-gain ratio of 1.32. The 1”-thick insulating glass lite sports an emerald green hue. ppgideascapes.com

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Hallie Busta

Hallie Busta is a former associate editor of products and technology at ARCHITECT, Architectural Lighting, and Residential Architect. She holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from Northwestern University's Medill school and a LEED Green Associate credential. Previously, she wrote about building-material sales and distribution at Hanley Wood. Follow her on Twitter at @HallieBusta.

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