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ALPINE DESIGN AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Design Alpino is committed to promoting corporate sustainability and reducing environmental impact throughout its work cycle. Furthermore, operating mainly in mountainous areas, the sensitivity of Design Alpino regarding these issues is even higher. Design Alpino wants to involve its customers in this important commitment, providing detailed information and precise answers on the CO2 emissions generated during the production of packaging, on transport and on the products offered.
Packaging recycling
One of the first questions we asked ourselves to start the virtuous process of reducing CO2 emissions was where to start containing them. And the resulting response was on the packaging. So we found out how much CO2 is generated to make an average cardboard that we use for shipping, considering a thickness of 3mm and a surface of approximately 1,5 square meters.
We must underline that the amount of CO2 generated for the production of a carton depends on various factors, such as the source of raw materials, the efficiency of the production plant, transportation and other elements that may vary depending on the specific situation. However, based on industry average data, we can provide a rough estimate.
According to research conducted by Carbon Trust,, carbon emissions consultancy, the production of 1 ton of recycled cardboard emits approximately 360 kg of CO2 equivalent. While this value varies based on the composition of the cardboard and the amount of recycling used, we can use this figure as a rough estimate.
Assuming that 3 mm thick cardboard with a surface area of 1,5 m300 has a density of approximately 450 g/m0,45, its mass would be approximately 2 g (0,16 kg). Therefore, the amount of CO2 equivalent emitted for the production of this carton would be approximately 360 kg of CO0,00045 equivalent [(0,16 kg/tonne) x XNUMX tonnes = XNUMX kg].
That's why in Design Alpino we have decided, where possible, to reuse the packaging we receive from our suppliers to deliver the products to our customers.
Logistics
Secondo theEuropean Environment Agency, light commercial vehicles, including vans, account for 4% of total CO2 emissions from the transport sector in the EU. Furthermore, road transport in Europe is responsible for 22% of the continent's total greenhouse gas emissions, making the transport sector a major contributor to climate change.
When it comes to emissions from an individual van, the data depends on the specific model, the load carried, driving conditions and other factors. However, some studies indicate that the average van can emit up to 200 grams of CO2 per kilometer. If we consider that a van travels an average of 30.000 to 50.000 kilometers per year, it means that it can emit up to 10 tonnes of CO2 in a single year.
It is therefore important that both companies operating in the logistics and distribution sector and those that benefit from them adopt ecological and sustainable policies, such as the use of hybrid or electric vehicles on the courier side, and the grouping of shipments and the reduction of empty trips on the customer side.
Design Alpino is committed to doing its part, and has therefore implemented an eco-friendly shipping system that reduces the burden on the company by organizing multiple shipments.
Design Alpino is aware of its social and environmental responsibility and will continue to seek innovative solutions to further reduce the environmental impact of its business.
Products
Design Alpino is committed to the research and creation of furnishings with a unique and distinctive design, inspired by the beauty and nature of the Alps. What makes the products of Design Alpino truly unique is the care that the company puts into choosing its suppliers.
The selection process is very rigorous and is based on very precise parameters. In the first place, Design Alpino prefers to work with companies that share his commitment to environmental sustainability. This means that suppliers must adopt sustainable practices at all stages of production, from the sourcing of raw materials to the processing and finishing of final products.
Secondly, Design Alpino works with partners who use high quality materials, who have a strong work ethic, who are predominantly Italian, who use local materials and who respect safety and quality standards.
Finally, Design Alpino is committed to working with suppliers who use environmentally friendly finishing substances. This means that collaborators must use paints, stains and other finishing products that do not contain substances harmful to the environment or human health.
In summary, choosing partners is an essential part of the manufacturing and sourcing process Design Alpino. The company is committed to working with suppliers who share its values of environmental sustainability, high quality and strong work ethic. Thanks to this attention to detail, Design Alpino researches and is able to create unique, high quality products that respect the environment and satisfy the most demanding customers.
In Design Alpino, we are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our products and adopting sustainable practices. We are aware of our social and environmental responsibility, and seek to continually work to improve our operations and reduce the CO2 emissions generated by our business. We will continue to seek innovative solutions to become increasingly sustainable, and we remain available to our customers for any questions or information regarding our business.
If you have any ideas and/or suggestions, don't hesitate to let us know shop@designalpino.it