Iniziativa eco-responsabile e CSR

🏕 Outdoor tourism in Italy has evolved into a sector with over 2,600 facilities and about 1.5 million beds. The conference "Il Futuro è open air" took place on October 21 in Lazise (VR), organized by FAITA-Federcamping. Italy expects 11.4 million arrivals in 2024, a 3.5% increase from 2023, with 71 million presences (+1.3% from 2023) and an annual turnover of 8 billion euros. Veneto leads with 17.7% of beds, followed by Tuscany (14%) and others. The sector aims for longer seasons and is focusing on staff training and digital skills. Lake Garda recorded a 73.8% occupancy in open-air facilities from March 21 to September 27, 2024, with Germany being the top market. Veneto had a 76% occupancy, with tourists mainly from Germany (60%), the Netherlands (14%), and Italy (6.3%). Lombardy also reported strong performance, while Trentino's open-air structures offered over 6,000 beds, with Dutch tourists staying the longest (13 days on average).

🍕 The seminar "FOOD, WINE & CO." concluded yesterday with its 13th edition, focusing on Italian agri-food and eno-gastronomic excellence. Created by Professor Simonetta Pattuglia and organized by the University of Rome "Tor Vergata," it targeted enthusiasts, students, and marketing and communication professionals. The event titled “FOOD PLANET: PRODOTTI, TERRITORI, IMPRESE. LA SFIDA GLOBALE” centered on sustainability, digitalization, and creativity. Key topics included a 50% pesticide usage reduction by 2030, a 14% increase in regenerative farming practices by 2032, a 28% rise in demand for local products, and the promotion of organic Mediterranean diets for health and environmental sustainability. Digital advancements highlight a 20% growth in food tracking apps, a 60% surge in online food sales in 2023, and creative integrations of technology in dining, including virtual restaurants and immersive experiences.

🍷 Wine in Moderation, a Brussels-based European association founded in 2008, promotes responsible wine consumption and targets the reduction of alcohol abuse. In Italy, it's nationally coordinated by Federvini and includes an annual event on November 8, "Wine in Moderation Day," to highlight responsible drinking and awareness. The campaign advises moderated wine consumption, echoing the Mediterranean diet, and focuses on informed choices to prevent risks like drinking and driving.

🍴 METRO Italia, for the 8th consecutive year, partnered with the MICHELIN Guide during the 2025 MICHELIN Guide Ceremony Italia, held at Modena's Pavarotti theater. In 2025, METRO will deliver MICHELIN Guide 2025 plaques to over 393 awarded restaurateurs. David Martinez Fontano, CEO of METRO Italia, emphasized the company's commitment to culinary excellence and support for chefs from Bolzano to Catania through their stores, delivery, and online market. METRO Italia, with 3,800 employees, operates in 16 Italian regions with 49 stores and generated €1.97 billion in the 2022/2023 fiscal year. Globally, METRO operates in over 30 countries, employs 89,000 people, and had a turnover of €30.6 billion in 2022/2023.

💼 Retail Institute Italy, in collaboration with AIDP, Forum della Meritocrazia, and Campus, launches the "Manifesto del Retail per la Scuola" to bridge the gap between education and the retail sector, aiming to attract and retain young talent. 76% of retail companies prioritize talent retention, 88% struggle to attract talent, especially Generation Z with less than 5 years of experience, and 82% are committed to growth opportunities, with initiatives in place to support this goal. The manifesto encourages orientation pathways and professional knowledge in retail from secondary school, involving students, companies, and educational stakeholders.

🍵 Nespresso celebrates the cappuccino, linked to Marco d'Aviano in 1683, with the new milk frother Aeroccino XL, allowing up to three cappuccinos at once. Nespresso, a leader in high-quality portioned coffee, collaborates with over 157,000 farmers in 18 countries through the AAA Sustainable Quality™ program since 2003, and achieved B Corp™ certification in 2022. Based in Vevey, Switzerland, operates in 93 markets with 14,000 employees and 791 retail boutiques as of 2023.

☕ I fratelli Bonacchi lanciano il Guji Hambela, un caffè proveniente da Oromia, Etiopia, coltivato tra i 2.000 e i 2.300 metri d'altitudine. Il lancio include un evento di degustazione a Porretta Terme, Piazza della Libertà 34, domenica 10 novembre, dalle 17:00, con la guida di Leonardo Maggiori e Sandro Bonacchi. Caratteristiche aromatiche del Guji Hambela includono mosto d'uva, amarena sciroppata e bergamotto. La filosofia aziendale si focalizza su caffè buono, pulito e giusto, con impegno ambientale e inclusione sociale.

📘 Perrella Distribuzione and Gesco partnered to launch a professional training initiative for youths from challenging socio-familial contexts, offering around twenty individuals aged 16-21 personal and professional growth opportunities. The official presentation with Ettore Paolucci is on November 8, from 11 am to 1 pm, at Perrella Academy in Naples. The program, starting on November 14 and concluding on April 17, 2025, includes 100 hours of theoretical and practical lessons plus a six-month internship in local restaurants and pizzerias. The program comprises two paths: a third-year IeFP course specializing in cuisine and a "Dote Comune" course providing orientation certificates, both aiming to combat school drop-outs and facilitate professional integration.

🏖️ In 2024, over 50% of travelers indicated climate change would impact their vacation choices, favoring cooler destinations to escape heat. Companies like Intrepid Travel encourage tourism to unique, lesser-known locations such as Greenland, Ghana, Mongolia, and Australia, focusing on sustainable travel to combat overtourism. The Scottish term "hurkle-durkling" highlights a trend where vacationers prioritize rest and relaxation. Culinary tourism is increasingly central to the travel experience, with a shift towards authentic, local food festivals and experiences. The tourism industry in 2025 is driven by sustainable practices, innovation, authenticity, and responsibility.

🍤 Irish oysters, recognized for quality and sustainability, are increasingly popular in Italy, sourced from the cold, pristine waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The cultivation process in Ireland respects nature's timing, with oysters reaching 150g after three years. Ireland's seafood, including oysters, adheres to strict quality and safety standards, and is certified by the Origin Green sustainability program. In 2023, Irish seafood exports to Italy exceeded €62.5 million, with Italy being a key export market for Irish Nephrops Norvegicus (langoustines). During Christmas and Valentine's Day, about 20% of Italy's annual oyster consumption occurs.