ALMA CARPETS – World’s first C2C Certified® product in version 4.1
Certified products:
- 'Reborn' Carpets
Client: ALMA S.p.A
Project: Analysis and assessment of the C2C Certified® certification process.
Goal:
To achieve full C2C Certified® certification in version 4.1, due to the high demands of the latest update of the standard whose rigorous and robust scheme is adapted to the latest directives and regulations, scientific developments and industry best practices.
Certified Product Description
Reborn carpets. C2C Certified Full Scope v4.1 Bronze ‘Reborn’ carpets
The “Reborn” project by Alma S.p.A. consists of a collection of carpets made from polypropylene, specifically designed for exhibitions, events, and trade fairs. Their design allows for recycling at the end of their life cycle, aligning with circular economy principles.
Products included in certification: REBORN-Elea, REBORN-Onice, REBORN-Velea, REBORN-Venus, REBORN-Elea C, REBORN-Onice C
Main challenges:
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Product Circularity
The product has a technical cycle and is certified 100% recyclable. Alma has also developed a strategy to improve product circularity and is constantly looking for partners in other countries to ensure proper product handling after use.
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Material Heatlh
100% of all homogeneous materials are characterized, 97% have been assessed. Analytical testing has been conducted and validated. Material health Optimization Strategy is developed. Alma is actively seeking alternative raw materials that can fit all the C2C Certified® requirements in Silver level and collaborating with its suppliers to address any remaining gaps, as current supply chain conditions in this sector do not fully meet the requirements for higher certification levels. Consequently, the company has achieved Bronze level status.
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Clean Air & Climate Protection
20% of annual energy used is of renewable origin, and Alma commits on its strategy to increase this percentage. All Scope 1 & Scope 2 emissions are quantified and reported through EMAS, and its environmental performance reports are publicly available.
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Water & Soil Stewardship
Manufacturing facility and suppliers have been assessed for water & soils issues and a strategy for Stewardship and Conservation has been developed and are in the process for implementation. Product-relevant chemicals have been analyzed and are in compliance with leading chemical regulations. Key Materials suppliers have been assessed on water & soils issues and an action plan has been developed to foster water conservation. Silver level is achieved.
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Social Fairness
Alma has demonstrated its commitment to uphold human rights within the company and extends it to other partners. Human Rights Policy is implemented and a management system to apply it has been developed and implemented. Measures to monitor suppliers' social fairness performance are implemented in Alma’s internal audit system. Alma implements a Positive Impact Social project and measurable KPIs are monitored. Silver level is achieved.
Achievement:
To be the first product in the world to achieve v4.1 full scope certification.
What our client says about the project
- How was your experience working with EIG?
Our experience with EIG was very positive. The Cradle to Cradle Certified® is a challenging process for any company, but EIG proved to be a reliable partner, offering technical expertise and consistent support.
Despite the strict certification requirements, they balanced professionalism with clear communication and collaboration, acting as both verifiers and project partners to keep us on track.
Meeting tight deadlines was a significant challenge, especially with unpredictable workloads and many requirements depending on our suppliers, as the certification enforces strict supply chain controls. The process became even more complex when the Cradle to Cradle Institute released version 4.1 during the project. Together, we chose to adopt the updated, stricter standards, further raising the bar.
With EIG’s guidance, we successfully completed the certification and became the first in the world to achieve Cradle to Cradle Certified® under version 4.1, demonstrating their ability to support demanding projects with professionalism and collaboration.
- What did you value the most of our service?
What we appreciated most about working with EIG was their support in navigating, as pioneers with us, the journey toward the Cradle to Cradle Certified® version 4.1. We originally started the process for version 4.0, but when the new version 4.1 was released, it brought even greater complexity and stricter requirements. Together, we decided to adopt these new standards, taking on an innovative challenge that was new not only for us but also for EIG and even the Cradle to Cradle Institute.
EIG’s expertise and ability to assess our readiness and adapt what we already had in place to meet the new requirements made this possible. Their support helped us stay focused, face the challenges with confidence, and meet the deadlines. Achieving the certification with such strong results, especially as a first for everyone involved, was a significant achievement.
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