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Our grain of sand to a Net Zero society

Our grain of sand to a Net Zero society

Xella has started an ambitious ESG journey and URSA has jumped on this train. Among our commitments, URSA MW insulation solutions will incorporate up to 80 % recycled materials in their manufacturing, besides other concrete and tangible objectives for occupational safety, diversity, and corporate social responsibility.

27 Jan 2021 News
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Our goal: Improving circular economy capabilities

Our goal: Improving circular economy capabilities

Building materials from Xella consist mainly of natural raw materials and are almost completely recyclable. URSA insulation products are already largely made from reused materials. Therefore, the conversion of value chains to value cycles makes sense for us for ecological and economic reasons. The circular economy is thus a key aspect of our ESG strategy.

01 Mar 2021 News
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Sustainability at Xella: Best in Class in our industry

Sustainability at Xella: Best in Class in our industry

The reputable ESG rating agency Sustainalytics has given Xella a rating of 18.3, putting Xella in first place out of all 115 companies in the building materials sector assessed by Sustainalytics. Sustainalytics therefore classifies the risk of financial impact caused by ESG aspects at Xella as low.

08 Dec 2020 News
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Does the circular economy help minimize the environmental effects of the construction industry?

Does the circular economy help minimize the environmental effects of the construction industry?

Applying the principle of the circular economy to construction materials and the renovation of buildings offers benefits not only for the sector but for society in general. The architect must be a fundamental part of this change in the way the world thinks.

12 Feb 2020 Insights
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