Iniziativa eco-responsabile e CSR

🍕 Poldo Panino League established in Tivoli since 2009 and in Rome since 2023. Owned by Mauro and Francesco Teodori, the panineria in Rome's Via del Pellegrino offers football-inspired sandwiches. The "Anima Candida" sandwich, created by chef Cristina Bowerman, supports Rise Against Hunger Italia with €1 donated per sandwich sold in Rome and Tivoli. It features a dual experience with Mediterranean sea and land flavors, combining ingredients such as shrimp, arugula, garlic oil, lemon zest, hummus, sun-dried tomato cream, roasted zucchini cream, roasted eggplants, salted ricotta, and dairy.

☕ Cristina Scocchia, CEO of illycaffè, notes a 15% increase in coffee cup prices over the past three years, now averaging €1.50. New York Stock Exchange's coffee price index surged to 250-252 cents per pound last week—a 70% rise from last year and up from 110 cents in December 2021. This spike, attributed to climate change and geopolitical issues, could lead to reduced coffee-growing areas by 2050 and potential mass migration from countries like Ethiopia, affecting 2-5 million farmers.

☕ Illycaffè's Università del Caffè marks its 25th anniversary, with a global presence in 23 countries and the main campus in Trieste, having educated over 350,000 individuals including growers, hospitality operators, and coffee enthusiasts. The institution boasts a faculty of 50 experts certified by ACS Italia, ensuring high standards of knowledge and skill in coffee education. The University offers specialized courses for growers, hospitality professionals, and coffee lovers, addressing regional needs and promoting quality and sustainability in the coffee culture.

🏕 Environmental certifications are becoming critical in the hospitality industry, providing hotels with credibility and transparency, leading to significant savings and attracting eco-conscious customers. Well-known certifications include Green Key, EU Ecolabel, and LEED. To obtain these, hotels must conduct a detailed analysis, choose the right certification, and involve all staff in sustainable practices. Investment costs are often offset by operational efficiencies, and the certification timeline varies from a few months to over a year, requiring ongoing commitment. Effective communication strategies are crucial to promote a certified green hotel, enhancing its reputation and attracting sustainable tourism.

🍷 Researchers from Stellenbosch University and Hartenberg Family Vineyards found that regenerative viticulture, using high-density grazing with ruminants, improves soil health and wine quality. Since introducing cattle in 2017, Hartenberg noticed significant positive soil changes including increased biodiversity like nine new fungi and grass species. The study observed the soil and grape quality in 2022 and replicated in 2023, revealing smaller grape clusters, higher fruit concentration, and physiological maturity at lower sugar levels, leading to more elegant and fresh wine with red fruit scents.

📊 Di Leo, azienda dolciaria fondata nel 1663 a Altamura e oggi con sede a Matera, ha pubblicato il suo primo Bilancio di Sostenibilità 2023. Nel 2023, l'azienda ha registrato una crescita economica del 20%, raggiungendo un fatturato di 19,7 milioni di euro, con un Ebitda di 1,5 milioni di euro e un utile netto di 365 mila euro. Di Leo ha ridotto del 5,25% le emissioni di gas metano e del 16,75% le emissioni da consumo di energia elettrica, mentre gli scarti di produzione sono diminuiti del 19%. Ha inoltre introdotto la linea di biscotti Panpezzetti, usando acqua di mare e farine italiane. Il 98% dei dipendenti è assunto a tempo indeterminato, con una rappresentatività di genere di 54% donne e 46% uomini tra gli impiegati, e nel 2023 sono state erogate 656 ore di formazione sulle tematiche di economia circolare. Di Leo sostiene iniziative a favore della cultura e dell'educazione alimentare.

🌴 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.