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02.07.2024
What the CSRD means for Sustainability Reporting
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25.06.2024
Ceramics of Italy. A journey towards sustainability
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12.04.2024
Converting waste into a resource using CO2
The Italian ceramic industry does its part
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01.08.2023
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The reuse of ceramic sludge
Studies conducted by Centro Ceramica in Civita Castellana in collaboration with a number of local companies have demonstrated that sludge from sanitaryware production can be reused in the ceramic tile production process and in other sectors. Eco-friendly management of ceramic waste reduces companies’ environmental footprint and allows for cost savings.
14.07.2023
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Waste-proof glazing
For years, several Italian ceramic companies in Civita Castellana have been working on the innovation of their industrial processes, to produce sanitaryware and bathroom furnishings with minimum environmental impacts. Particular attention...
01.07.2023
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Ceramic glaze recovery
Ceramic sanitaryware producers recover and reuse glazes originating from the vitrification process. This improves sustainability and complements the companies’ efforts to further reduce their environmental impact and cut raw material consumption.
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08.02.2024
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Confindustria Ceramica wins the Media Key Venice Award 2024
The Italian ceramic producers’ association has won first prize in the Sustainability & Green - Integrated Campaign category for its Ceramics of Italy for Sustainability communication campaign
24.11.2023
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Creating healthy environments with Italian heavy clay products
In recent years, the European Commission has issued a series of directives aimed at reducing the environmental impact of buildings. nZEBs (Nearly Zero Energy Buildings) are buildings with almost zero energy consumption based on construction models typical of northern Europe.
15.12.2022
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Corporate welfare in the ceramic tile industry
The Italian ceramic tile industry has the necessary tools to improve the well-being and quality of life of its workers. This is confirmed by a survey conducted by Focus Lab,...
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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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05.12.2023
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Decarbonisation of building materials
The CA4BM study of building material decarbonisation was presented at Cersaie with a focus on ceramic products. The Italian ceramic industry is already investing heavily in improving its environmental performance
17.10.2023
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A postcard for sustainability
At Cersaie 2023, Confindustria Ceramica launched a new campaign to communicate the environmental excellence factors of Italian ceramics
04.07.2023
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Certifications: when quality is sustainable
Italian ceramic sanitaryware producers are committed to sustainable development strategies. High quality ceramic production is entirely consistent with a reduction in environmental impact. The entire industrial process from raw materials through to end-of-life disposal of the finished product complies with the most important European and international certifications.
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The ISO 17889-1 standard certifies the sustainability of Italian ceramic tiles
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Living sustainably.
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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
09.02.2024
Ideal Standard earns EcoVadis Silver Medal for Sustainability
02.02.2024
Panariagroup brands garner multiple awards for sustainability and design
19.11.2023
Ceramica Sant’Agostino presents its first Sustainability Report
09.11.2023
Italcer becomes a Benefit Company and reaffirms its commitment to ESG
06.11.2023
Mapei among the “World’s Best Employers”
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