How does this benefit your supply chain?
Sustainability is no longer just a marketing option. It is a requirement of the market, of European regulations and of your own customers. You know that to achieve your company’s climate goals, it is not enough to optimise your internal processes: you need your entire supply chain to be aligned.
At ZFoam, we understand that our environmental milestones are, in fact, tools to improve your competitiveness. That is why we are proud to announce that we have been awarded the Carbon Footprint, Offsetting and CO2 Absorption Projects Seal by the Ministry for Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge (MITECO), certifying the calculation of our emissions for the year 2024.
But what exactly does this seal mean and how does it directly impact your business?
What is the MITECO Carbon Footprint Seal?
This official seal recognises Spanish organisations that measure and record their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions rigorously and transparently.
By obtaining the seal in the ‘Calculation’ phase for the 2024 fiscal year, at ZFoam we have quantified our environmental impact with complete accuracy. This is the essential and non-negotiable first step towards implementing real reduction and offsetting policies at our facilities. What is not measured cannot be improved, and we are already measuring it officially.
Scope 3 Emissions. Why our seal improves your figures.
Our work benefits you directly. When measuring your company’s carbon footprint, one of the most difficult aspects to control is Scope 3 emissions (those originating from your suppliers and value chain).
By choosing ZFoam as your partner for the supply and processing of technical foams:
- You gain traceability: You collaborate with a supplier whose emissions are officially quantified and audited
- You reduce your own impact: Our ongoing efforts to reduce our carbon footprint automatically lower the indirect emissions of your products.
- You comply with regulations: We help you meet the ESG standards and environmental audits required by your major clients.
A 360° ecosystem of industrial sustainability
The MITECO seal is not an isolated initiative; it is another component of our comprehensive strategy for decarbonisation and the circular economy. As a trusted supplier, we offer you a sustainable ecosystem backed by the highest certifications:
- EcoVadis Gold Medal: This places us among the top 2% of companies in our sector worldwide in terms of sustainability and CSR.
- ISCC Plus Certification: We guarantee full traceability in the use of materials from renewable and recycled sources (circular economy).
- Energy Efficiency: The recent installation of solar panels at our plant allows us to consume clean energy, drastically reducing emissions from our CNC cutting and machining processes.
- ECO and BIO Foams: We offer you real alternatives, such as foams with a zero or negative carbon footprint, manufactured from biomass or post-consumer recycled materials.
ZFoam: your partner towards a greener industry
We know you are looking for suppliers who offer quality, strict delivery times, share your values and help you meet your environmental goals. Our 2024 Carbon Footprint registration is further proof that we take sustainability as seriously as you do.
If you are looking to optimise the environmental impact of your packaging, insulation or technical components, our engineering department is ready to advise you on the most advanced foam solutions on the market.
Contact our team and find out how we can help you decarbonise your value chain. Shall we have a chat?
Questions about the Carbon Footprint Seal and ZFoam
What does it mean for a supplier to hold the MITECO Carbon Footprint Seal?
It means that the supplier has officially calculated and audited its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions over a calendar year (in ZFoam’s case, the year 2024) and has registered this data with the Spanish Ministry for Ecological Transition. It is a guarantee of transparency and the mandatory first step towards implementing real emissions reduction plans.
How does ZFoam’s MITECO seal help my own company?
By contracting a supplier that measures and monitors its carbon footprint, your company reduces uncertainty regarding its Scope 3 emissions (those generated by the supply chain). This makes it easier for your quality and environment department to calculate the overall carbon footprint of your products and improves your score in sustainability audits.
What actions is ZFoam taking to reduce its carbon footprint?
In addition to the official emissions calculation, ZFoam implements a comprehensive strategy that includes: the installation of solar panels for self-consumption at its production plant, obtaining ISCC Plus circular economy certification, the EcoVadis Gold award, and the constant expansion of its catalogue with foams from the ECO range (recycled material) and BIO range (renewable raw materials with a negative carbon footprint).
Do foams manufactured according to low-carbon footprint criteria lose technical properties?
Not at all. The sustainable foams processed by ZFoam (such as the BIO polyolefin or cellulose-based ranges) retain the same mechanical properties, impact absorption, lightness, and durability as their traditional fossil-based equivalents, complying with the strictest regulations in sectors such as the automotive, defence and industrial packaging industries.
