Iniziativa eco-responsabile e CSR

🍷 Il Gin Tonic Day è celebrato da Compagnia dei Caraibi il 19 ottobre con tre gin d'autore: Elephant Gin, Saigon Baigur, e Ginnastic Gin, provenienti da tre continenti. Elephant Gin dedica il 15% dei profitti alla protezione degli elefanti africani. Saigon Baigur, primo gin premium del Vietnam, utilizza 12 botaniche locali. Ginnastic Gin, creato in Calabria, valorizza agrumi locali con un approccio pop e dinamico.

🍷 Montelvini introduces a 0% Alcohol Free Sparkling beverage, blending 140 years of tradition with modern trends. Aimed at Generation Z, this vegan, gluten-free, low-calorie sparkling blend of aromatic white grapes is sugar-free. Ideal with seafood, soft cheeses, and international cuisine, it promotes responsible consumption. The delicate dealcoholization uses low temperatures and vacuum conditions, enhancing freshness and preserving flavors. Sustainable packaging reduces glass use by 20%, highlighting the brand's commitment to environmental responsibility.

📈 Hotel Sustainability Award 2025 in Bolzano, October 13-16, featured over 400 companies. The seventh award edition saw 70+ entries with 30 in hotel and restaurant categories. Winners included Hotel & Gasthof Zum Hirschen, Hotel Weingut Pacherhof, and fink Restaurant & Suites. Notable projects were CompostDiVino and MODE Eco Mood Hotel. Categories included Sustainable Food & Drink, Circular Product Design, and Sustainable Technology. E-CarSharing by AlpsGo won for promoting eco-friendly transport. The event highlighted holistic sustainability in hospitality.

🍞 Oropan, a leading bakery in Altamura, Italy, operates in 25 countries. On October 16, World Bread Day, it celebrated its heritage at Bari and Brindisi airports. Travelers received a sensory experience tied to Oropan's history, featuring a short film, "Sapore di Ricordi" by Anteros Marra. Italy ranks as the second-largest bread market in Europe, consuming 3 million tons annually. Oropan's initiatives promote Altamura DOP bread and sustainable practices.

💡 In 2025, FLO and Qwarzo, two Italian companies, partnered to produce Alpha, a line of sustainable paper-based disposable tableware, using Qwarzo's silica-based coating. This coating replaces plastic films, maintaining recyclability and supporting home composting. Key production sites are in Fontanellato and Verona. Qwarzo's innovations align with the EU's SUP Directive, earning multiple awards, including "Innovation Leader 2025." The partnership marks a significant step towards ecological transition within Europe's food packaging sector.

💧 BRITA, a global leader in water filtration, will showcase at HOST Milano 2025 (17-21 October 2025) in Fiera Milano, Rho. The company will focus on professional water filtration, featuring its iQ system. The PURITY C iQ provides autonomous filtration and continuous water analysis, reducing human error. The iQ Meter and iQ Portal offer remote monitoring and predictive maintenance. BRITA collaborates with Ohlalaqua (OLL) for flavored water experiences, featuring ambassadors like Andrea Villa and Gianni Cocco.

🍽 The 6th Food&Wine Italia Awards took place on October 13 at Palazzo Ripetta, Rome. Best Chef: Vincenzo Russo, Best Pastry Chef: Riccardo Celeghin, Best Pizza Chef: Ciccio Vitiello. Awards emphasized excellence and innovation in Italian gastronomy. The jury included industry experts and journalists. Sponsors included Berlucchi Franciacorta and others. The event highlighted sustainable practices and culinary creativity. The ceremony concluded with tastings, featuring creations from the awardees and sponsors.

🌱 In California, October 2025, the dry farming method, which avoids systematic irrigation and focuses on sustainable practices, gains attention due to increased water costs and pressure on resources. European vineyards often rely on dry farming, unlike many irrigated systems in new quality markets, including China. Labels like "Dry-farmed" can inform consumers, emphasizing reduced irrigation use. Implementing clear guidelines and third-party verification can enhance sustainability transparency, while balancing environmental and economic aspects.

🌱 Madama Oliva, a leader in Italy's fresh table olives sector, released its first Sustainability Report under GRI Universal Standards 2021. By December 31, 2025, the company aims for 100% sustainable packaging and a 28% increase in solar energy generation to over 2.5 kWh annually. In 2024, revenue grew 14% to €53.3 million. Madama Oliva operates 20 production lines, exporting to 45 countries, and emphasizes sustainability, gender equality, and reducing environmental impact.