Iniziativa eco-responsabile e CSR

📦 - Maria Luisa Cinquerrui, head of Smartisland Group, won the Danila Bragantini Award 2025, celebrating female entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector. The award, in its seventh year by the National Association of Fruit and Vegetable Women, focused on climate change and environmental protection. Smartisland, founded in 2014, is recognized for its "Daiki Modular Cloud Platform," which optimizes resource management in precision farming. The technology has helped over 500 Southern Italian companies cut water use by up to 50%. The award ceremony took place yesterday evening at Palazzo Re Enzo, Bologna.

🍕 The Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana hosts the annual Vera Pizza Day on January 17th, celebrating pizza culture globally in sync with Sant’Antuono Abate's feast. The 24-hour event begins at midnight in Naples at the AVPN headquarters. This year, it extends to 19 countries including Qatar and the Philippines, featuring 22 masterclasses live-streamed on YouTube. Sant’Antuono Awards 2025 will be presented to Rosanna Romano, Flavia Sorrentino, Monica Piscitelli, and Laura Accomazzo. SIGEP World runs from January 18-22 in Rimini with the Pizza Club, featuring discussions, masterclasses, and show cookings led by AVPN.

🍍 Madama Oliva, founded in 1989 in Carsoli (AQ), became a Società Benefit and changed its corporate structure from S.r.l. to S.p.A. as of January 1, 2025. In 2024, the company witnessed a 14% increase in turnover, reaching €53.3 million. It also obtained UNI/PdR 125:2022 gender equality certification. With over 400 products, 20 production lines, and approximately 22 million packages produced annually reaching 45 countries, Madama Oliva also invests in partnerships in Sicily and Larissa, Greece.

✈️ In 2025, Acc Aviation predicts private jet travel will redefine luxury with personalization, sustainability, and exclusive experiences. Charlie Wilcox, director of travel at ACC Aviation, notes a shift towards meaningful, transformative, and sustainable trips. Trends include sustainable luxury, experiences over destinations, year-round travel to the Mediterranean, wellness retreats, and access to global events, with private jets facilitating trips to niche destinations like Bhutan, Tunisia, and Mongolia. Private Mediterranean travel is popular, with lesser-known islands like Milos and Syros attracting discerning travelers. Wellness travel will grow, highlighting places like Bali and Tulum, while private jets will offer flexible travel to high-profile events like the Cannes Film Festival.

🚲 A new cycle-pedestrian path named 'Pedalaria' connects Rome to Fiumicino Airport, inaugurated today by government commissioner Roberto Gualtieri, Fiumicino's mayor Mario Baccini, Aeroporti di Roma's president Vincenzo Nunziata, CEO Marco Troncone, and priest Giovanni Soccorsi. The project, part of the Holy Year initiatives, complements the November 5 agreement for a 10-kilometer lit path linking Roma Urbe Airport to Fiumicino, promoting sustainable mobility and a different way to experience Rome.

📢 Molino Rachello will participate in Sigep 2025 in Rimini, from January 18-22, hosting an event at Pavilion B7 - Stand 44 on sustainable supply chain themes. The event includes experts, farmers, and company representatives. Key discussions led by Anna Maria Pellegrino on January 19, 20, and 21 at 13:30, followed by product tastings. They will announce the "Manifesto di Oasi," a commitment to a transparent, ethical supply chain, reflecting a 100% Italian, six-generation tradition since 1901, involving 30 farms across three regions.

🍕 Emanuele Riemma, pizza chef at Maiori Pizzeria in Cagliari, champions kitchen innovation and sustainability, prioritizing ingredient utilization and waste reduction. His culinary practices include repurposing food scraps into new dishes, such as transforming leftover panelle into bread dough or breadcrumbs and utilizing vegetable offcuts in toppings and fillings. Riemma's approach aligns with the increasing importance of sustainability in food production and consumption, extending beyond waste reduction to creating exciting, eco-conscious dishes. His menu also respects seasonal produce, reflecting his commitment to both environmental impact and economic sustainability.

🏠 Rizzoli Emanuelli, the oldest Italian preserved fish company, will attend the Marca by BolognaFiere in Bologna from January 15-16. The company, founded in 1906, with a stand of about 24 sqm, will showcase its century-old story and values, including high-quality raw materials, craftsmanship, and innovation. Recognized for its responsible fishing practices, Rizzoli Emanuelli received the MSC certification as the first Italian anchovy company. The brand offers a premium selection of anchovies, tuna, and mackerel, catering to the Private Label sector for over 30 years.

📊 In 2024, distributor brand products (MDD) in Italy generated a turnover of €26 billion, a +2.4% increase from 2023, and +35.4% since 2019. Presented by TEHA at MARCA by BolognaFiere 2025 on January 15th, the study highlights MDD as a sustainability benchmark, raising standards and fostering sustainable practices in the agri-food chain. Over 80% of Italian food consumption passes through Modern Distribution, with MDD companies seeing an annual turnover increase of 8.5% from 2015 to 2023. The sector employs 447,000 people directly, supports 2.9 million jobs, and saved Italian families nearly €20 billion from 2020 to 2024. CO2 emissions dropped by 30% in 10 years within the sector.

📖 Dry January, initiated in 2013 by Alcohol Change UK, encourages alcohol abstinence post-holiday season, and its popularity is growing. Veganuary, avoiding animal proteins in January, aims for detox and environmental benefits. Facts highlight that millions of liters of water, tons of CO2, and animal lives can be saved. No Spend January involves only spending on essentials to manage finances post-holiday spending, with suggestions like home cooking and free activities to reduce costs.