Levantina’s commitment to the environment is based on the fundamentals pillars of sustainability and business ethics, covering the whole product lifecycle.
In the area of sustainability Levantina focuses on answering the concerns of clients about the environment, giving them high-quality products with the added value of respect for the environment and the protection of human health. The products marketed by the company have obtained the following environmental awards, which may help any construction project to get LEED, BREEAM or VERDE certifications.
CERTIFICATES
EUROPEAN REGULATION ON CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS
According to the European Regulation on Construction Products, which requires that these products are not noxious to the health of humans, and the regulations of the French government which limit emissions of dangerous substances (VOCs), the results of tests carried out show very low levels of emission of dangerous and volatile substances, obtaining the A+ category (the most demanding within the four possible categories).
GREENGUARD CERTIFICATION (NORMA UL 2818) OF QUALITY IN INDOOR ENVIRONMENTS
This certificate ensures that products to be used in interiors comply with strict emission limits based on tests and guidelines of the National Toxicology Program of the United States.
Levantina has also been awarded the Greenguard Children & Schools certificate, a programme with stricter requirements, as it considers children to be the part of the population most vulnerable to pollution.
MATERIALS WITH RECYCLED CONTENT
In regard to UNE-EN ISO 14021 Standard: Environmental labels and environmental statements, Levantina can provide you with the Environmental self-declaration on recycled content.
GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATION
Levantina owns diverse materials of natural stone and porcelain certified with the Global EPD, an international guarantee granted by AENOR, more and more necessary, for those projects that require measurable valuations in environmental aspects.
PROJECTS
Efficient production
Using the most advanced technology with special emphasis on improving energy efficiency, saving and recycling water as well as respect for the environment.
Water treatment systems
Promoting ways to reduce, reuse, recycle and value waste.
Restoration
Restoring damaged areas with appropriate inert natural stone waste.
Suppliers
Involving suppliers in the ambitious common objective of preserving the environment, such as installing refuse containers, a joint project with Denios.
Dissemination
Promoting the dissemination and awareness of pollution prevention and sustainable development, at all levels, of the production chain.
ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE
Identify, evaluate and manage environmental aspects with the implementation of environmental management systems based on the ISO 14001:2015 standard.
You may also be interested in
Logistics
Levantina has a strong Logistics service which manages more than 150.000 deliveries per year in all kinds of modes and means of transport.
Innovation
Innovation is a key element in Levantina’s strategy, investing considerable amounts in R+D+I aimed at providing innovative solutions in line with the latest market trends, using the most advanced technology.