Sustainability
Shaping a better future
Commitment
Our sustainable development goals
In line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), CIEFFE has identified and adopted, on the basis of its own sustainability values and materiality with respect to its own activities, 6 Sustainable Development Goals to be turned into concrete actions to be developed within its production ecosystem.
Sustainability
Cieffe's commitment. We put creativity at the service of the future to make a truly sustainable dream come true.
The commitment to economic, environmental, and social sustainability is a fundamental goal for us. We pursue the reduction of the environmental impact and the strengthening of corporate culture in support of the welfare, inclusiveness, and well-being of employees and external partners. Ethics and Aesthetics are the beacons that guide our path.
Our policies
- Code of ethics
- Gender equal policy
- Equal opportunities policy
- Human rights policy
- The organisational model (231 model)
Carbon footprint
In 2023, Cieffe decided to measure its "carbon footprint". With the support of Zeroinfinito, a consultancy company specialising in energy and environmental issues, Cieffe carried out the analysis and reporting of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for the year 2022.
The study was conducted in accordance with EN ISO 14064-1 and -2:2019 and in compliance with the GHG Protocol. We are publishing here the report and results of the survey on Scope 1 (direct emissions) and Scope 2 (indirect emissions).
Supply chain
A short, integrated and responsive supply chain. True to the point, our ecosystem is mainly concentrated within a 150-km radius of our Soncino headquarters.
In the fashion industry, garments typically travel thousands of kilometers during the various stages of production before being packaged, leaving a negative footprint on the planet. Not at Cieffe where everything happens within a few kilometers from the headquarters, thanks to a capillary network of selected labs specialized in the various processes and our loyal allies for years.
In that light, we recently acquired some of these Italian crafting excellences, preserving their value and content over time. Not only does this allow us a stronger grip on the supply chain but it also helps lower environmental impact while enhancing local prowess.
Relations
A partnership of values. At Cieffe we don't believe in fast business but in solid and long-lasting relationships with all our partners.
Every day we strive to build long-term bonds, to thoroughly understand the needs of our partners, and are committed to relationships based on respect, transparency, and trust. We support our partners in their sustainability strategies by making their goals our own and favor connections that highlight the value of each person.
Technology and innovation
In addition to manual skills and crafting artistry, we have always believed in the value of technology, research, and innovation.
Our latest-generation machines for cutting, printing, and model development, in fact, allow us to save on raw materials thus reducing waste and energy use. And still, thanks to the 3D rendering on Avatars we avoid creating prototypes that are then discarded, eliminating textile waste.
For us, technology is also a sign of the desire to go further: to anticipate trends and offer partners the most advanced solutions, guaranteeing quality and responsiveness. And as a key catalyst for sustainability initiatives, technology also drives the future of our planet.
Our certifications
Certifications
Our commitment to sustainability is concrete, documented, and certified.
Below are the certifications already obtained: