THE FIVE ELEMENTS OF OUR SUSTAINABILITY

WATER, AIR, EARTH, AND FIR

E

We conceive the four natural elements as unique and

precious resources because the survival of ecosystems

depends on their balance.

We are a Benefit

Corporation an

d

have been certifie

d

as a B Corp sinc

e

2020

.

Our role is to protect them through daily actions that, when combined,

make a difference.

We like to think of people as the “fifth element”, a crucial piece in changing the

current crisis of our planet through

conscious actions and responsible choices. At Florim, our people are ambassador

s

of a mindful and attentive way of working. They are our DNA, embodying a corporate

culture rooted in respect and appreciation, extending to everyone in our community.

This commitment to people and the environment is one that Florim takes very

seriously—it’s written into our bylaws.

WATER

AIR

100

%

recycling

of greenwar

e

waste

At Florim, all wastewater from the production

cycle is 100% reused. Our facilities are equipped

with rainwater collection tanks that capture

water from precipitation. To optimize water

resource usage, we have introduced innovative dry

squaring lines that eliminate the need for water in

the material rectification process.

100%

self-production

of the

require

d

electrica

l

energy

We are committed to minimizing emissions

generated by our processes and products.

We have 127,000 square meters of surfaces

covered with photovoltaic systems capable

of generating a peak power of 12.3 MWp, alon

g

with two cogeneration plants that allow u

s

to self-produce up to 100% of the electricity

needed for our Italian facilities. When sunlight

is not enough, we purchase electricity

exclusively from certified renewable

sources.

EARTH

FIRE

100

%

recycling

of raw

productio

n

waste

Our products are made with over 90% high-quality

natural raw materials. We recycle 100% of raw and

fired production waste and closely monitor our ra

w

material supply chain. Florim products even mor

e

than 50% recycled raw materials, with the

percentage varying depending on thickness and

collections.

100% Our

process i

s

100% certi

fied:

ISO 9001 for

quality, ISO

50001 for

energy

management

,

and ISO 1400

1

for

environmenta

l

management

Fire is the element that transforms matter

,

making ceramic products resistant to

moisture, wear, and chemical and atmospheric

agents. Our porcelain stoneware is

fired at

around 1200 degrees, making it a durable

,

safe, and hygienic material. This quality i

s

backed by numerous product and proces

s

certifications.

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