Planet, People & Prosperity
We regulate all our activities on the basis of three fundamental pillars borrowed from the basic principles of the 2030 Agenda of the United Nations. Planet, People, Prosperity guide our commitment to sustainability and provide the framework for our daily actions.
We support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) defined by the United Nations in the 2030 Agenda, contributing directly to 13 of the 17 policy areas: a clear and broad shared vision, essential to ensure a serious fight against the effects of climate change.
Planet
Energy and emissions
– In 2023, the Group neutralized approximately 15,000 tonnes of CO2 through the production of electricity from biomass with BEG and the use of photovoltaic systems
– 999 KW photovoltaic system in Filago plant
– 500 KW photovoltaic system in Casoli plant
– Achievement in 2023 of Group Carbon Neutrality Scope 1 + 2
Waste and water discharges
– 96% falls into the non-hazardous waste category
– 4% into the hazardous waste category
– Meticulous manage in compliance with the relevant legal provisions for waste
– The paper mill is responsible for 99% of the Group’s water consumption. At the end of the production process the water is filtered, purified and returned to the Cosa river.
Circular economy and use of renewable raw materials
– 66 tonnes of waste paper were collected from the Filago offices and delivered for recovery to CDG.
– 1036.34 tonnes of paper from other printers that are its customers
– 89.125 tonnes of waste paper purchased
– Share of recycled plus waste paper out of the total paper produced and sold = 8,4%
– 133 tonnes of recovered PVC and PET
People
Worker health and safety
– Training courses to reduce risks
– CCNL = insurance cover
– Regular meetings between the RSPP and the RLS where the changes and updates of risk assessments are discussed
Employee management and training
– The Group strives to enhance the skills of its human resources through training programs and professional growth paths, encouraging their active involvement.
– Tutoring for new hires
Diversity and equal opportunities
– 2023 = 4 women and 5 men in the Board of Directors
– 2023 the Group had 13 executives, of whom 2 were women and 11 were men.
Relationship with local communities
– Great relation and collaboration with local communities
– Internships and training initiatives in the schools of the territory
– A tangible plan of ESG actions with a particular emphasis on increasing resources for local communities
Prosperity
Product quality
– Quality of the materials used
– Constant quality control of all raw materials used
Economic performance and indirect economic impacts
– Revenues 2023 = € 161,6 million (- 17,7% of 2022)
– Consolidated gross operating profit (EBITDA) = € 13,9 million
– Net profit for the year = € 2,8 million
– Investments 2023 = € 6,5 million
Tax compliance and transparency
– Transparency and legality
– Chief Financial Officer (CFO) + Administration, Finance and Control Department + support also from external consultants = policy setting in terms of fiscal transparency
Governance
– Importance of administration and control system
– Monitoring risks, including the most relevant non-financial risks, through Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
– Compliance with environmental legislation, health and safety at work and the risk of climate change
– Existence of the Endoconsiliary Committee on Risk Control and Sustainability
Sustainable management of the supply chain
– Attention in the identification and selection of suppliers and adoption of the Code of Conduct for suppliers
Research and development
– Market analysis for the development of new designs/product types
– Since 2010 the Research and development area has became Neodecortech Lab
– The pivotal role of innovation in the Group’s strategy is reflected in the new Business Plan
Sustainable Marketing
– Certifications FSC® e PEFC
Data protection
– All relevant information is processed in full compliance with the rules adopted by the Company on the protection of personal data and in accordance with the applicable legislation