Trinseo : future-Focused TPU Solutions for Footwear
In a rapidly evolving footwear industry, the company is redefining material performance with engineered solutions designed for the future.
Keep reading...Since its establishment, Industrie Chimiche Forestali has integrated sustainability into its business model – based on a combination of internal research (23 R&D staff and 4 laboratories), sustainable production and a strong customer focus – together with a balanced ESG approach, extending its commitment beyond emissions reduction and energy efficiency to include corporate culture, transparency and responsibility throughout the entire supply chain.
Among the green objectives achieved in recent years, we would like to highlight the following: in 2022, conversion to UNI EN ISO 45001 and the installation of a photovoltaic system, and the following year, the publication of the Sustainability Manifesto. Then, in 2025, the achievement of ISCC PLUS certification, as well as the extension of UNI EN ISO14001, ISO45001 and EMAS at the Robecchetto plant.
ESG TARGETS FOR 2030
– At least 50% of ICF’s European footwear manufacturing customers must use water-based adhesives
– 60% of adhesives produced by ICF must be low-impact (solvent-free or water-based).
– All fabrics produced in Europe must contain at least 50% recycled, biobased or biodegradable materials.
– Identification and introduction of biobased raw materials in adhesive formulations for the automotive and flexible packaging sectors.
SDGs
ICF has identified three key SDGs for which it has already taken significant action to achieve some of the related targets:
– SDG 8 – Decent work and economic growth: ICF has invested in Industry 4.0 technologies, improving productivity and energy efficiency. It has promoted training to reduce youth unemployment and protected workers’ rights through its Code of Ethics and Model 231.
– SDG 12 – Responsible consumption and production: It has adopted certified sustainable processes, reduced waste (e.g. solvent recovery, recycled packaging), developed green adhesives and improved transparency by reporting on its environmental performance.
– SDG 15 – Life on Land: It has ensured a sustainable supply chain through the use of certified raw materials (GRS, GOTS, BCI, OK Bio Based), contributing to the conservation of ecosystems.
