EN IT DE MENU TIMELINE - OUR SUSTAINABILITY ROUTE 02 PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT Raw materials consumption Aquafil yarns are made with both virgin raw materials, such as caprolactam, as well as recycled nylon waste, that comes from the ECONYL® REGENERATION SYSTEM. In recent years, the Group has increased the production of secondary raw materials (in particular ECONYL® regenerated caprolactam), to offer high-quality products while promoting environmental protection and circular economy. In 2018, the overall quantity of materials used, was around 168,000 tons. Energy Management In 2018, the Group used almost 100% of electricity from renewable sources for its activities. This result was achieved thanks to the purchase of Certificates of Origin (GO), which guarantee that the electricity purchased comes from renewable sources, and to self-produced energy obtained from owned photovoltaic panels. The goal is to continue improving even more energy use and supporting energy recovery projects. Greenhouse Gas Emissions The production of greenhouse (GHG) gases is closely linked to the energy consumed for the Group's production activities. GHG emissions can be either direct or indirect. Direct emissions are linked to the Group's plants and are mainly associated with the use of fuels. Indirect emissions are those associated with the production of electricity and thermal energy purchased from external suppliers. Over the years, Aquafil has invested to constantly reduce emissions produced by our activities, improving the energy efficiency of the processes and giving preference to renewable energy sources, which have a lower environmental impact than the traditional ones. 03 CHEMICALS MANAGEMENT The sustainability of a product goes hand in hand with the safety of those who produce it, those who use it and the surrounding environment. This is why Aquafil carefully monitors the chemicals used in its production processes, guaranteeing controlled and responsible use, compliant with the legislation of the various markets and in line with the best industry practices. Would you like to know more? Download the chemicals management policy. DOWNLOAD 04 A KEEN EYE ON PEOPLE Acting responsibly means considering the entire process that leads to the development of the Group's products, from upstream to downstream, while safeguarding the environment and also valuing the people who, directly or indirectly, are part of the value chain. In its path of sustainability, Aquafil has identified the international standard SA8000: 2014 as a tool to enhance its commitment to protect workers and human rights. In this direction, a project was launched in the Italian offices of Aquafil S.p.A., with the intention of progressively extending the certification to other offices. Every day, the Group promotes the application of the standard and its principles not only throughout its own organization, but also within the stakeholders in the supply chain. SA8000 standard The SA8000 is a voluntary international standard on social responsibility created with the aim to improve working conditions in every type of organization, regardless of size, sector and geographical location. The standard is based on 9 fundamental requirements that must be respected and monitored. They keep into consideration workers’ rights, workplace conditions and the presence of an effective management system. The 9 requirements are: Child Labour Forced or Compulsory Labour Health and Safety Freedom of Association &amp; Right to Collective Bargaining Discrimination Disciplinary Practices Working Hours Remuneration Management System Reporting procedures To meet the standard requirements, Aquafil S.p.A. has activated a series of specific procedures, intended for all personnel and the main players collaborating with the Group. For example: the reporting procedure allows anyone, completing this simple form, to make a report or a complaint, even anonymously, regarding the failure to comply with or the violation of the principles established by the SA8000 form; the child labor remediation plan defines the actions to take to guarantee the health, safety and education of children, if child labor is found within the supply chain. Would you like to know more? Download our SA8000 Reporting and Child Labor Remediation Procedures. 05 THRIVE TOGETHER: OUR PROJECTS ALONG THE SUPPLY CHAIN Healthy Seas According to FAO, 640,000 tons of fishing gear are left or abandoned in the seas and oceans... READ MORE WEB SITE Collaboration with the supply chain Maintaining a trustful relationship with suppliers is a prerequisite for ensuring the... READ MORE WEB SITE New generations Aquafil believes that the key for true sustainable development lies in educating young... READ MORE The support to local communities Environmental education, youth training, support for cultural and sports clubs are just some... READ MORE Employees The Group operates in various countries characterized by very different cultural and social... READ MORE Clients Collaborating with customers helps to keep alive the innovative spirit that has always... 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