The technology developed by Glass Futures is being tested inside a building on James Roby Way, St Helens that was developed by the firm to carry out industrial trials.
Glass Production Capabilities at this Sustainable Glass Factory
It is capable of producing up to 30 tonnes of glass per day, including flat sheets used for windows, as well as containers.
Justin Kelly, CEO of Glass Futures Ltd said he hoped the centre would "become a beacon for decarbonisation in energy-intensive industries".
A Site Designed for Innovation and Sustainability
The 165,000 sq ft (5,0292 sq m) site currently employs about 60 people, but the firm said there could be the potential for another 40 roles.
Mr Kelly said he believed there was no other facility in the world that could produce the glass products using "such a wide range of sustainable fuel sources, including electric melting".
Glass Futures is a not-for-profit company that has received funding from central government.
St Helens at the Forefront of Glass Innovation
Steve Rotheram, Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, pressed the button to light the furnace earlier.
He said the launch showed St Helens was "again at the cutting edge of global innovation" after boasting nearly two centuries of industrial heritage.
A Milestone in Sustainable Manufacturing
David Baines, MP for St Helens North, said it was "a milestone moment" for the borough, which had a 250-year history of glass research and manufacturing.
Marie Rimmer, MP for St Helens South and Whiston, described it as "a hugely exciting moment" for the town and a "huge step forward towards a sustainable future".
