The EPD, or Environmental Product Declaration, is a document summarising the environmental impact of a product.  Through the LCA (or Life Cycle Assessment) methodology, this document is able to provide a well-rounded view of how the product in question may affect a wide range of environmental aspects, thus enabling a better understanding of the sustainability and environmental impact characteristics of the product under consideration.

The EMICODE^®️ classification system enables the comparison and evaluation of the emission characteristics of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds (VOCs and SVOCs) of flooring products, providing a reference in the selection of materials that guarantee maximum safety against indoor air pollution. At the same time, this system encourages continuous product improvement by manufacturers.

To offer reliable guidance to all users, EMICODE^®️ was created, an impartial classification system issued by GEV, the internationally recognised supervisory and licensing body for this label, which contributes significantly to the protection of consumers, the environment and occupational health.

Find out which products in the Plastering and building system are GEV EMICODE^® certified.

The Biosafe^® protocol on a product or plant system consists of a process of bibliographic analysis of certifications, a study of performance related to “active” and/or “low emissive” technologies, and finally an in-depth diagnostic study to extrapolate the characteristics of a product related to indoor air quality.

The Department of Architecture of Roma Tre University carried out laboratory analyses on cement-free Novantica^® plasters, assessing their impact in terms of CO₂ and VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) emissions. The tests confirmed the properties of the products and a significant reduction in emissions compared with traditional plasters, enabling them to carry the wording “product recommended by Legambiente” (the Italian environmental association).

The analysis examined the entire life cycle, from raw material extraction to transport, through an internationally certified process, measured in terms of GWP (Global Warming Potential). Using pozzolana instead of CEM I cement achieved an 81% reduction in CO₂ emissions.

A second study examined the indoor environmental health performance of Novantica^® products, testing a layered sample consisting of NOVANTICA RINZAFFO, NOVANTICA INTONACO DI FONDO and NOVANTICA INTONACO FINE, simulating a typical application of the system. The results showed near-zero VOC emissions, complying not only with European regulatory limits but also with the stringent Biosafe^® protocol, one of the most restrictive on the market.