Sustainability

Our values concerning the environment, social development, and the future

Providing future generations with a healthy environment and a fairer society are key aims to which Breton aspires

Breton's sensitivity and commitment to environmental protection

Breton follows a path of sustainable and aware growth that translates into commitments targeted to prevent all forms of pollution, consistently seeking innovative lower impact solutions that are more environmentally sustainable.

The commitment touches on all aspects of Breton's corporate activities: internal processes, life cycle of products and technologies, development of new sustainable materials and production processes.
The intention is to adopt tangible solutions in industrial practice and in Breton's production facilities, also by pursuing awareness campaigns.
The group works with suppliers and research institutes to reduce the product environmental footprint and develop ever more sustainable technologies and materials to bring to market.

In Breton's vision, sustainability is a strategic asset for development of the company's business, economic performance, and value

Bilancio di Sostenibilità

New guidelines for sustainable development

Breton has adopted a sustainable development plan for 2020-2025 based on the following points

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    In addition to the certifications already in place, securing of ISO 50001 certification to optimize energy performance

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    Obtaining ISO 45001 certification to improve safety and enhance workers' health and well-being.

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    Continued adherence to the employees training plan for responsible management of environmental impacts

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    Gradual replacement of daily-use materials with eco-friendly/biodegradable alternatives

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    Gradual replacement of company fleet vehicles with low-emission vehicles

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    Implementation of an environmental impact assessment system for product components, aimed at measuring their efficiency in reducing waste and energy consumption throughout their entire life cycle

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ISO 50001 energy management

Continuous improvement of energy performance

ISO 50001 energy management 832KB

Breton is ISO 50001 certified and committed to continuously manage and improve energy consumption, improve its efficiency, encourage its more conscious and rational use and, therefore, eliminate waste

ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management

Continuous improvement of occupational health and safety performance

ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management 762KB

Breton is ISO 45001 certified and committed to continuously improve occupational health and safety in design and production, installation and service of devices, machines and plants.

ISO 14001 environmental management

Continuous improvement of performance and environmental impacts

ISO 14001 environmental management 832KB

Since 2008 Breton has been certified to UNI EN ISO 14001, a voluntary standard that attests to the company's environmental management system. Breton's policy for sustainable and aware growth translates into targeted commitments to prevent all forms of pollution, constantly seeking reduced impact and more environmentally sustainable solutions. This concerns all aspects of Breton's operations: internal processes, life cycle of products and technologies, and development of new sustainable materials and production processes.

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