Iniziativa eco-responsabile e CSR

🌴 The story focuses on the NH Collection Venezia Grand Hotel Palazzo dei Dogi, highlighting its 2000 square meter garden in Venice. Raffaello Panariello, cluster general manager, discusses the importance of preserving the garden for its historical value rather than revenue. The garden is maintained by Laguna Fiorita, a social cooperative employing individuals with challenging backgrounds. The botanical supervisor, Livio Lorenzon, speaks about the complexities of garden care in Venice, such as the disposal of 50 cubic meters of leaves and the increased costs due to logistics. The garden boasts a 250-year-old bagolaro tree and rare plant species like schizophragma and Lamarque roses. The garden is also a habitat for a pair of great spotted woodpeckers.

🥂 Francesca Bardelli Nonino, from Nonino Distillatori, was acknowledged by Wine Enthusiast as one of the 40 "Tastemakers of the Future" for her innovative impact in the beverage sector. She is the first to be selected in the grappa category. Francesca is a web communication manager, holds a business degree, is a Sommelier at WSET III level, and a TEDx Speaker. Recognitions include: "Grappa Influencer" in May 2021, "Premio America" in October 2022, "Digital Night" award in June 2023, and "Impact Marketing Award" in October 2023. Nonino has been revolutionizing grappa since December 1, 1973, and won the ‘Best Distillery of the World’ award in January 2020.

🍫 In September 2024, Ferrero introduces Nutella® Plant-Based, coinciding with Nutella's 60th anniversary and following the launch of Nutella Ice Cream. The new spread caters to around 12.5 million Italians who prefer plant-based diets and offers a lactose-free option with chickpeas and rice syrup as ingredients. The production line began in January 2023, with first industrial production in June 2024. It will be available in Italy, France, and Belgium in 350g jars starting September 2024 and in other European markets in 2025. The market for breakfast spreads is worth €5.9 billion, with plant-based spreads growing by 31% to approximately €30 million. Nutella® Plant-Based is vegan-approved and gluten-free, with a recommended retail price of €4.49 for 350g.

🍪 DalterFood Group, dairy leader with 45+ years in business, increased 2023 revenue to €159 million, up 8.8% from 2022. 85% of sales are from exports, notably to France, Germany, UK, and Spain. Dalter UK and VIP Italia (Germany) significantly boosted sales, contributing €47 million and €61.5 million, respectively. The group, with 181 employees across 32 countries, plans €1.725 million for 2023/2024 sustainability investments, including photovoltaic systems and new air conditioning systems.

🍷 Airbnb and the Heritage Association of the Prosecco Hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene have partnered to promote UNESCO's Prosecco Hills. Announced in Venice with Veneto Region Governor Luca Zaia, the partnership features an Accademia for hosts, the 'Narratori della Bellezza' project, and a dedicated website. The 'vineyards' category on Airbnb has seen a 400% growth in the past year. Airbnb is committed to promoting sustainable, diversified travel beyond Venice, highlighting rural areas like Prosecco Hills and the alpine locations of the upcoming Winter Olympics, for which Airbnb is a partner.

🌿 Gruppo Milo, Bitonto-based renowned fresh pasta maker, eyes further growth in 2024 after a significant first semester performance with over 15% increase in bakery products and a 35% rise in international markets, notably a 20% jump in dry pasta production. Giovanni Milo anticipates a 2024 turnover reaching €45 million. Investments include €2.5 million in new production facilities and €1.25 million in a 1000 KWp photovoltaic plant at Palo del Colle, reducing CO2 emissions by 715.50 tons yearly, equating to 4,284 trees planted. Existing Palombaio plant's 200 KWp system cuts CO2 by 140 tons, akin to 856 trees annually. The company employs 150 people and exports account for 48% of revenue, with significant shares in the US market.

🍫 Domori, a leader in super premium chocolate production, has been awarded the Innovation Award SMAU 2024 for optimizing payments to the supply chain with fintech PlusAdvance's Card2Account technology. This allows for efficient payment management, ensuring supply chain finance operations without additional supplier approvals. Ceremonies will be held in October at FieraMilanoCity, Milan. Domori, founded in 1997 and part of Riccardo Illy's Polo del Gusto, pioneered Criollo cacao protection and is now a Società Benefit aiming for B-CORP certification.

📖 TheFork surveyed 1080 students aged 18-22, finding 44% dine out monthly and 55% socialize over meals. Key influencers for restaurant choice are friends and family (63%), social media (10-11%), with online reviews and ratings deemed essential (74-76%). Most (63%) spend €20-€30 per person, preferring pizzerias (78%), trattorias (60%), and sushi spots (55%). TheFork partners with thefaculty, aiding 150,000 students through promotions and restaurant experiences.

🍺 Heineken® continues as Global Partner for the Formula 1® Pirelli Gran Premio d'Italia 2024 at the Autodromo di Monza from August 30 to September 1, promoting responsible alcohol consumption—a commitment since 2004 with at least 10% of its media budget dedicated to the cause. Its "When You Drive Never Drink" campaign with Max Verstappen runs from August 26 to October 6, emphasizing the role of a designated driver. The campaign, by LePub and aired for 6 weeks, extends to targeted Spotify ads.

💰 Intesa Sanpaolo financed Pasta Berruto Spa, a renowned Piedmontese company, with €10 million for a new short pasta production line. The loan is one of the first under SACE's 'Garanzia Futuro' and part of a €120 billion program aimed at Italian businesses, of which €20 billion is dedicated to agribusiness in collaboration with MASAF. Pasta Berruto, with a history dating back to 1881, exports 90% of its production to approximately 100 countries. The company's 2024/2028 investment plan totals over €19.5 million, including this new production line and other structural improvements.