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Cersaie strengthens its commitment to sustainability

At the annual meeting for exhibitors and stand builders, the Sustainability Report for the 2025 edition was presented. Among the results highlighted were a 3 per cent fall in energy consumption and a 12 per cent reduction in total waste generated. Public transport initiatives prevented the emission of approximately 76.5 tonnes of CO₂ into the atmosphere

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What the CSRD means for Sustainability Reporting

Sustainability reporting has gained increasing importance over the past decade, driven not only by regulatory pressures but also by growing consumer attention to sustainable choices

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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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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.

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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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Green Building: Italian ceramics as a key to efficient and sustainable construction

Sustainable development in the building industry is now a global priority, a goal to be pursued with determination to reduce the environmental impact of the built environment. Ceramics play a crucial role in these efforts by offering versatile, durable and energy-efficient solutions

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The contribution of Italian ceramics to energy efficiency

Energy plays a crucial role in ceramic manufacturing. From drying and firing through to material handling, every stage in the production process requires a significant input of energy resources

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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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An invitation to “choose responsibility”

Ceramics of Italy has launched a new campaign centred on the concept of responsibility, a value that has long set Italian ceramic manufacturers apart from their international competitors through their focus on reducing environmental impact, establishing a sustainable production cycle and ensuring the safety and well-being of employees

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What the CSRD means for Sustainability Reporting

Sustainability reporting has gained increasing importance over the past decade, driven not only by regulatory pressures but also by growing consumer attention to sustainable choices

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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

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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.