While the 2024 union budget laid the foundation for renewable energy, sustainability, and green growth, 2025 we hope for incentives and support focusing on India’s net-zero goals and growing demand for sustainable construction. This year the industry expects a more inclusive approach to incentives for energy-efficient glass, green manufacturing subsidies, increased R&D funding, and strengthened building codes. Glass products with high energy efficiency, such as low radiation rates and solar control glass, are important to minimise thermal traditions and improve heat insulation to reduce the energy consumption of buildings.

However, these products remain relatively niche because they are costly and low-quality. This next budget, 2025, should implement tax incentives and subsidies to make energy-efficient glass more accessible and affordable. By promoting the use of these products in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, the government can significantly contribute to energy savings and climate change action. 

Subsidies for elimination, waste reduction, and implementing carbon production technologies can help companies minimise their environmental impact, increasing their competitiveness. In addition, promoting sustainable practices using financial incentives will allow the industry to comply with global stability standards, positioning India as a leader in green glass production. 

By including effective glass windows and glass decisions in accessible housing projects, the government can reduce residents’ energy costs, establishing the standard for green residence standards. This approach guarantees that stability is not limited to premium developments, but becomes an integral part of all construction efforts. Mandating the use of these materials in new construction projects, coupled with financial incentives for compliance, would encourage builders and developers to prioritise sustainability, reducing the construction sector’s environmental impact.

Export incentives for the glass and window frame industry could help Indian manufacturers capitalise on the growing global demand for sustainable building materials. By offering tax incentives and export subsidies, the government can help Indian companies gain a foothold in international markets, boost economic growth, and also promote green solutions globally.

The budget is likely to introduce incentives for the window industry to partner with renewable energy companies. For instance, co-developing solar-integrated glass could unlock new revenue streams while advancing renewable energy adoption.

The fenestrations and glass industry could be transformed by implementing targeted actions like providing incentives for energy-efficient products, supporting green manufacturing, funding research and development, and enforcing stricter building codes, the sector can significantly contribute to India’s sustainable development. The government can play a role in creating an industry that supports a more sustainable and efficient future by fostering innovation encouraging its uptake, and advocating for eco-friendly practices.