Enviroment, Health & Safety
Padana Tubi is aware of the environmental challenges facing the steel sector and has pursued continuous improvement for years. The company operates with the goal of reducing energy intensity per unit of product, increasing production process efficiency, boosting the use of energy from renewable sources, and carefully monitoring CO2 emissions generated by its activities.
Waste management covers all phases in the lifecycle of waste materials, from their generation to final treatment, which may include recycling, disposal, or reuse. In this process, Padana Tubi pays particular attention to the proper handling of solid, liquid, and gaseous substances, with the aim of preventing negative environmental impacts and contributing to the reduction of air pollution.
Energy management and emissions
Sustainability is now one of the key pillars guiding Padana Tubi’s investment decisions. For the first time in 2024, the company began aligning with the UNI EN ISO 50001:2018 standard with the goal of developing a structured energy management system.
Energy and emissions management has a direct impact on achieving targets for limiting and mitigating the negative effects of climate change. An organisation’s ability to establish an infrastructure geared towards proper energy management, energy efficiency, and CO2 emissions reduction results in direct benefits, such as cost savings, and facilitates access to alternative energy sources. In line with its environmental commitment, Padana Tubi uses exclusively green electricity for its operations—100% sourced from renewable energy, backed by Guarantees of Origin (GO) certificates purchased by the company.
In 2024, Padana Tubi’s Carbon Footprint, calculated using the Location-Based approach, amounted to 1,869,827 tonnes of CO2 equivalent, marking a 7% reduction compared to 2023.
Management systems and certifications: a commitment to quality, safety and the environment
Padana Tubi has adopted an Integrated Management System (IMS) that encompasses Environment and Health & Safety, ensuring compliance with the requirements of UNI EN ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018. This approach reflects core values such as the protection of people, risk prevention, worker safety, and respect for the environment.
Looking ahead, Padana Tubi plans to obtain UNI EN ISO 50001:2018 certification in the first half of 2025, adopting an energy management system aligned with the international standards, with the goal of improving energy efficiency and optimizing consumption.