The Italian ceramic industry does its part

5 key areas for opening the door to the future

• Process
• People
• Products
• Projects
• Planet

Process

26.05.2026

Reading time 4 min.

Redefining Waste: A New Industrial Paradigm

The Italian ceramic industry represents one of the most advanced circular economy models in Europe. In addition to reducing waste, priorities include designing an industrial system in which resources are recovered, reintegrated, and repurposed

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04.11.2025

Reading time 3 min.

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...

07.03.2025

Reading time 3 min.

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

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People

15.12.2025

Reading time 1 min.

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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10.12.2025

Reading time 4 min.

Italian ceramic tile production plants comply with the CE marking

By implementing the recommendations of the “Guide to CE Marking” drawn up through a constructive dialogue between the Emilia-Romagna regional government, the Modena and Reggio Emilia local health authorities, the trade unions and ceramic industry employers, the Italian ceramic tile industry meets the requirements of the European Machinery Directive.

25.08.2025

Reading time 4 min.

The Italian ceramic tile industry’s efforts to prevent musculoskeletal disorders

The Italian ceramic tile industry keeps constantly abreast of the risk factors associated with manual load handling. In recent years, the industry has introduced a number of technical/organisational measures and adopted shared protocols aimed at improving occupational well-being and preventing the occurrence of musculoskeletal disorders.

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Products

24.02.2026

Reading time 2 min.

Advantages and sustainability of dry installation

Dry installation is a ceramic tile installation method used for laying modular elements without the need for screed, mortar or adhesives. It is used for interlocking indoor tiles and exterior pavers on grass, gravel or sand. The technique has gained in popularity in recent years and also brings benefits in terms of environmental sustainability.

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24.11.2023

Reading time 1 min.

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

Reading time 2 min.

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...

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Sustainable projects

02.02.2026

Reading time 4 min.

The Mediterranean house: sustainable living

The Mediterranean house serves as a model in the search for new forms of circular economy in the construction industry by responding to the challenge of climate change while drawing from the architectural tradition. This type of dwelling is closely linked to the characteristics of the local area and is traditionally constructed with extensive use of Italian ceramic products and locally sourced materials.

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11.07.2025

Reading time 4 min.

Choose Italian ceramics to reduce the embodied carbon in buildings

Curbing greenhouse-gas emissions means looking beyond operational energy and examining the carbon footprint of construction materials over their entire lifetime. Thanks to their intrinsic qualities, Italian ceramics play a vital role in addressing this challenge

07.03.2024

Reading time 2 min.

LEED certification: what it is and how it is applied

The use of Italian ceramic tiles helps to achieve the main environmental sustainability certifications

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Planet

31.03.2026

Reading time 5 min.

The challenge of decarbonisation in hard-to-abate sectors

The CCS4CER project: prospects and results in promoting circularity within the ceramic industry

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27.08.2025

Reading time 2 min.

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.

14.07.2025

Reading time 1 min.

The Glossary of Responsibility of Italian Ceramics

A user-friendly glossary explaining key words and concepts related to the responsibility of Italian ceramics. Using direct and accessible language, it is designed to reach a wide audience, from experts to non-experts.

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