Iniziativa eco-responsabile e CSR

🍕 Mamm Ciclofocacceria, born in Udine in 2015 and awarded best street food in Friuli-Venezia Giulia by Gambero Rosso, is expanding to Bologna at Via Belvedere 3. Led by Roberto Notarnicola, former consultant and part of Breaders group, they aim to share values through focaccia. Bologna's new locale symbolizes artisanal quality, inclusion, and sustainability, with planned events before opening in May at locations including Fermento in Villa (March 21-22), Ragù&Draft (April 2), and Forno Brisa (April 16). Mamm seeks to further expand to other Italian cities and ultimately return to its roots in Puglia.

🌊 On World Water Day 2025, Sanpellegrino, a leader in mineral water and non-alcoholic beverages, reiterates its commitment to protecting water as a vital resource. The company has saved over 337.7 million liters of water in the past 7 years, equivalent to the contents of 135 Olympic swimming pools. Their work includes a nearly two-decade-long effort on glacier research and monitoring, partnering with the University of Milan and initiating the New Catalogue of Italian Glaciers in 2015, covering 903 glaciers in Italy. Sanpellegrino has AWS-certified facilities in Cepina Valdisotto (SO), San Pellegrino Terme (BG), and Scarperia (FI), ensuring sustainable water management. Additionally, they aided in the recovery of 140 hectares of forest damaged by the 2018 Vaia storm, increasing groundwater recharge capacity.

💸 Blastness Group received the ELITE Certificate for Strategies & Finance, recognizing its alignment with best practices for private SMEs. ELITE, launched by Borsa Italiana in 2012, aims to support sustainable growth by facilitating access to capital, skills, and networking. Blastness, a leader in hotel booking technologies for 5-star hotels, serves over 1,800 accommodations and has engaged with ELITE to enhance innovation and strategic planning. Marta Testi, CEO of ELITE, highlights the importance of clear strategies and financial access for business growth. Andrea Delfini, CEO of Blastness, expresses pride in the recognition that confirms the company's growth and managerial skill enhancement, aiming for global leadership in travel-tech.

📚 Oranfrizer Unifrutti, through the "Ripensa la Mensa" project, was awarded as “Promotors of healthy and sustainable food culture” at the 3rd School Cafeteria Summit in Rome, recognizing their commitment to healthier and sustainable school meals. The project started on June 12, 2023, and ended on June 12, 2024, involved schools like San Domenico Savio of Acireale and Nino Martoglio of Belpasso, was funded by the Sicilian Region and the Ministry of Labour and Social Policies, and focused on wise eating and educational journeys for healthy nutrition. Salvo Laudani, the marketing manager, highlighted the importance of teaching children about biodiversity and reducing waste.

🍷 Caviro, Italy's largest winery cooperative, joined Wine in Moderation as an Ambassador Company, enhancing its commitment to responsible and sustainable wine consumption. With over 11,000 vine growers across 7 regions and 37,500 hectares, Caviro produces over 600,000 tonnes of grapes (8.5% of Italian grapes), selling 175 million liters of wine annually. The partnership with Wine in Moderation emphasizes responsible drinking and sustainability, with Caviro set to promote these values through communication, education, and branding initiatives.

🍦 Maestro gelatiere Alberto Vitaro, winner of Tre Coni del Gambero Rosso, operates Alta Cremeria in Quattromiglia, CS. Quality gelato differs from industrially made products in food cost and organoleptic properties. Vitaro uses 38% animal cream, three times costlier than vegetable cream. Alta Cremeria sources fresh milk from Pollino Massif, and DOP Bronte pistachios personally overseen by Vitaro. Climate change has impacted raw materials' costs; chocolate rose from 19 to 60 euros/kg, while local berries increased from 10 to 25 euros/kg. Gelato production involves pasteurization, maturation, and multiple churning, resulting in a product lifespan under two hours, affecting food cost. Vitaro purchases bulk raw materials to keep prices accessible, amidst volatile market prices. Sustainability practices include using biodegradable materials instead of plastic.

🍴 Chiara Pavan, Michelin-starred chef of Venissa, will host the final dinner of Gusto Montagna's 8th edition at Chalet il Rosso, Prato Nevoso, on Friday, March 21, at 20:00. The event's exclusive menu, priced at €140 excluding wines, includes dishes such as Finocchio with Sunflower Seeds and Black Garlic, Rice with Blue Crab Bisque, and Babà alle Erbe. A BAM Cicli bicycle auction will be held on March 22 during the Winter Head Padel Gala Dinner. Reservations can be made at +39 342 805 2544.

💱 Molino Rachello, a leading milling company and organic pioneer, will attend the 4th Sustainability Week by Confindustria Veneto Est from March 25-28 at Move Hotels Venezia Nord, Mogliano Veneto (TV). Sara Rachello, Marketing and Communication Manager, will speak on March 27 (14:00-17:00) about best practices in sustainability, and on March 28 (16:30-18:00) about sustainability as a strategic asset for businesses. The company was founded in 1901, obtained organic certification in 1999, and supports a 100% Italian supply chain with 30 farms across three regions.

🚗 Italy surpassed France in tourism, ranking second in Europe with a record-high 458.4 million tourist nights in 2024, a 2.5% increase from 2023 and 5% above pre-COVID-19 levels. Domestic tourist arrivals in Italy dropped from 65.8 million to 60.8 million, while foreign tourist arrivals increased from 67.9 million to 68.5 million. Spain led the chart with 500.1 million tourist nights, with France at 451 million. Overall, tourism grew in 34 out of 37 European countries monitored by Eurostat. However, Italy experienced a 3.2% decrease in tourist arrivals in 2024, with total arrivals at 129.3 million, down from 133.6 million in 2023. Meanwhile, Southwest Airlines will start charging for baggage from late May, abandoning its two-free-bag policy. The company also announced its first major layoff of 1,750 employees, 15% of its workforce, due to pressure from shareholders like Elliott Investment Management to increase revenue and profits. Major US airlines anticipate a weaker economic environment affecting domestic travel demand. Spirit Airlines aims for profitability after restructuring following Chapter 11, focusing on premium travel. The Trump administration is considering travel restrictions, potentially affecting international travel sentiment, and the third season of "The White Lotus" set in Koh Samui, Thailand, may boost tourism but raises concerns about environmental impacts

📍 ZeepUp, an Italian startup, launched in Milan on April 2 after success in Florence. Aiming to involve 200 active venues by mid-2025 and 500 by year-end, they focus on sustainable dining, saving 70 tons of food, reducing 150 tons of CO2e, and saving 80,000 m³ of water. Their pre-seed funding raised €500,000, and they're planning a €2.5 million funding round for expansion and new features. ZeepUp collaborates with Slow Food Italia and encourages restaurants to offer Smart Menus on their platform.