Respect for the environment has always been a priority for us. That is why in recent years we have worked hard to ensure that our counters and tips are made using certified green energy.

Today, clean energy is the heart of our production.

This means that we undertake to purchase it only from producers who guarantee its “clean” origin through the purchase of certificates (Guarantees of Origin), issued by GSE (Gestore Servizi Elettrici). These certificates certify the origin of that energy from wind, photovoltaic, geothermal or other renewable energy sources.

Rebalancing the CO2 produced

Rebalancing the CO2 produced

Choosing green energy for the production of counters and tips means committing yourself to offset your CO2 emissions caused by the use of natural gas through the co-financing of projects that produce a real reduction of greenhouse gases.

Reuse of production waste

Reuse of production waste

The production waste that is formed during the processing cycle is fully recovered. At the basis of our green philosophy there is a circular economy: waste materials are reused, recovered or totally recycled in the different production phases.

Pistonesi s.r.l. is GRS certified by ICEA ICEA-TX-4314
Only the products which are covered by a valid Transaction certificate are GRS certified

GRS Global Recycled Standard Certification

Highest standards, verified by an independent third party

For Pistonesi, sustainability is not just a word, but a concrete commitment that evolves every day, guiding our production choices and the way we conduct our business.

We are proud to announce that Pistonesi S.r.l. has obtained the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certification.
This recognition, issued by ICEA, represents a fundamental step in our journey towards increasingly responsible, transparent, and traceable production.

Why choose GRS-certified products

The Global Recycled Standard is much more than a simple indication of the use of recycled material. The GRS certification guarantees compliance with stringent requirements, verified by an independent third-party body, throughout the entire supply chain.

Choosing Pistonesi GRS-certified products means relying on internationally recognized standards that certify the following:

  • The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) verifies (the percentage of) recycled [content/material] and tracks it from the [source/recycler] to the final product.
  • Products certified to the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) contain recycled [content/material] that has been (independently) verified at each stage of the supply chain, from the [source/recycler] to the final product. In addition, facilities from the [source/recycler] to final supplier have met social, environmental, and chemical requirements.
  • Products certified to the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) contain recycled [content/material] that has been (independently) verified at each stage of the supply chain, from the [source/recycler] to the final product. In addition, social, environmental, and chemical criteria related to processing are required.
  • The purchase of Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certified products demonstrates demand for recycled content and best processing practices in the supply chain.

Added value for your footwear

GRS certification strengthens the value of Pistonesi solutions, offering our customers the assurance of traceable materials, controlled processes, and a responsible approach that combines quality, innovation, and respect for the environment and people.

ORWAK POWER 3325: A new step towards more sustainable production

Advanced technology to reduce environmental impact

To optimize the management of waste materials generated during the production of counters and toe-puffs, Pistonesi has introduced the ORWAK POWER 3325 baler, a compact and powerful solution specifically designed to effectively process soft plastics, films and other bulky residues.

More efficiency, less waste

Thanks to the innovative Black Star hydraulic technology, the machine guarantees extremely effective compaction, significantly reducing the volume of materials to be disposed of. This way, denser and more homogeneous bales are obtained, with simpler and faster operational management.

Reducing emissions and transport

Reduced waste volume means fewer trips to recycling plants and therefore fewer CO₂ emissions. The choice of this press makes a concrete contribution to reducing the environmental impact of the internal supply chain, promoting an increasingly responsible production model.

Superior recycling quality

The baler also allows for more accurate selection and compaction of materials, producing higher quality bales that facilitate the recycling process and increase the value of the recovered material.