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12.06.2025
Green Building: Italian ceramics as a key to efficient and sustainable construction
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15.05.2025
Continuous training sessions highlight the value of Italian ceramics
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15.05.2025
The contribution of Italian ceramics to energy efficiency
The Italian ceramic industry does its part
5 key areas for opening the door to the future
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07.03.2025
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Circular economy and Italian ceramics: a sustainable choice for the future
For many years, the Italian ceramic industry has set a benchmark in environmental sustainability, serving as a model for pre-consumer recycling within the circular economy. Choosing Italian ceramics is an informed and responsible decision that combines quality, innovation and care for the environment
28.02.2025
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Recycling waste, reusing water, reducing consumption
The Italian ceramic tile industry’s production process reuses all waste product and wastewater.
28.02.2025
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The secret to durability lies in firing
Italian ceramic tiles are produced in under an hour but last for over 50 years. Their compact surface is the result of an innovative industrial process that combines high levels...
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People
07.04.2025
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I choose responsibly: the social sustainability of Italian ceramics
Renowned worldwide for its quality, innovation and design, the Italian ceramic industry has also established itself as a model of social responsibility. Companies in the sector are not only committed to manufacturing excellence, but also invest continuously in environmental sustainability, workplace safety and employee wellbeing
25.02.2025
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FONCER, the Supplementary Pension Fund for the Italian ceramic industry
The FONCER supplementary pension fund is one of the first examples of corporate welfare promoted by a business association in cooperation with the trade unions.
25.06.2024
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Ceramics of Italy. A journey towards sustainability
A fascinating documentary that explores the Italian ceramic industry from the perspective of the women who work in the sector. Winner of the Film d’Impresa Area Documentaria and Rivista del Cinematografo awards
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Products
24.11.2023
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Italian clay products: a material that is friendly to humans and the environment
The construction industry is devoting increasing attention to human health and the environment. Today, the performance of construction products must take into account not only supply, installation and maintenance issues but also the impact of products on the natural environment and the healthiness of the building.
24.11.2023
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The sustainable life cycle of Italian structural clay products
A natural material Structural clay products are sustainable materials that contain clay, a material of natural origin which is extracted using methods that are friendly to the environment and the...
24.11.2023
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Recycling Italian clay roof tiles
In keeping with the growing awareness of environmental issues such as energy and raw materials savings and emissions reductions, in 2018 Italy appointed EPD Italy as its national Program Operator responsible for issuing environmental product declarations.
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Sustainable projects
07.03.2024
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LEED certification: what it is and how it is applied
The use of Italian ceramic tiles helps to achieve the main environmental sustainability certifications
24.11.2023
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Building culture and sustainability in the Mediterranean region
The Mediterranean region has a unique architectural heritage. To address the challenges posed by climate change and construct increasingly sustainable buildings, we need to revisit traditional methods. Solid brick masonry and well-ventilated interiors guarantee optimal comfort in all seasons while minimising environmental impact. In-depth knowledge of Mediterranean climatic conditions has made it possible to develop even more effective solutions that optimise resources and improve living standards by blending time-honoured traditions with innovative technologies.
15.03.2023
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WELL certification: what it is and how it is used
What is WELL certification? WELL certification is a building comfort assessment system that focuses specifically on the health and well-being of the building’s occupants. Launched in 2014 by the International...
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Planet
04.03.2025
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“I choose responsibility” campaign launched online
Filippo Manuzzi discussed social media strategies and the tools available to companies. The event was attended by the mayors of Sassuolo, Maranello and Castellarano, along with MEP Elisabetta Gualmini
27.02.2025
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The Italian ceramic tile industry saves water to avoid harming the environment
The article describes the Italian ceramic tile industry’s commitment to saving water in order to avoid harming the environment. Accurate data on water recycling and the reduction of water source pollution demonstrate the importance of the sustainable initiatives adopted. The article also introduces the Italian ceramic tile industry’s commitment to meeting the UN’s SDGs, focusing on Goal 6 of the Agenda relating to water resources.
26.02.2025
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An ongoing commitment to reducing emissions
The Italian ceramic tile industry adopts innovative technologies and self-regulates to reduce emission levels and air pollution.
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reused wastewater
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Guaranteeing health and environmental well-being
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Voluntary initiatives for the planet
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Italian bricks : a story of sustainability
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WCs with reduced water consumption
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The importance of raw materials
Architects
The ISO 17889-1 standard certifies the sustainability of Italian ceramic tiles
Installers
Techniques for reducing dust when cutting tiles
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99% of waste is reused
Dealers
The Italian ceramic tile industry is truly unique
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I choose responsibly: projects
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An architecture based on human understanding
public hospitality facilities
An exclusive oriental retreat
public hospitality facilities
An interior renovation spanning design and functionality
urban residential
Continuity with a fractured profile
public hospitality facilities
Four stars for four styles
urban residential
Equations for living
urban residential
Reimagining architecture to embrace nature
urban residential
Rural harmonies
cultural venues
From a former munitions factory to an eco-friendly conference centre
healthcare facilities
Community space
cultural venues
The contemporary language of the new church in Cinisi
public hospitality facilities
Into the wild
business locations
The most beautiful offices in the Netherlands
healthcare facilities
A new lightweight ventilated façade for the Kútvölgyi Hospital
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I choose responsibly: products
FONDOVALLE
MyTop – 3D Texture
EDIMAX ASTOR CERAMICHE
ECHOES
FONDOVALLE
MyTop – ALL LIGHT
FERRONE
Gallerie e Musei – Uffizi
PALAGIO
Traditional Handmade
PALAGIO
Cotto Artigianale – Meleto
FERRONE
Terre Future – Argilla
IMOLARTE
Garofano Tiffany
IMOLACERAMICA
Oxyd
GOLD ART
Woodwise
GOLD ART
Levante
FAP
Vento del Sud
SAXA GRES
Pietra lavica sand
SAXA GRES
Pietra Lavica Grey
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Living responsibly
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12.06.2025
Italgraniti Group receives the Bureau Veritas Responsibility Award
15.05.2025
Ceramica Cielo obtains EPD environmental certifications
09.04.2025
Italcer Group: European Commission approves patented plant that eliminates CO2
02.12.2024
FILA Solutions has once again been recognised as one of Italy’s most sustainable companies
14.11.2024
Italcer Group wins Sustainability Award 2024
30.09.2024
The Green Good Design Awards 2024 honors FLORIM stone
30.08.2024
Mapei awarded for its ecological, economic and social commitment
18.06.2024
Florim publishes its 16th Sustainability Report
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