Environmental sustainability is a fundamental concept referring to the ability to maintain the balance between natural resources, the environment, and human activities in the long term, ensuring the conservation and prosperity of ecosystems for present and future generations.
This concept rests on three main pillars:

• Resource Usage: Responsible and prudent use of natural resources (water, energy, forests, soil, raw materials). We avoid excessive exploitation and degradation by promoting conservation, recycling, and reuse. The foundation here is the search for renewability: leveraging the capacity of resources to regenerate over time so we can use them continuously without depletion.
• Ecosystem Conservation: Protecting terrestrial, marine, and aquatic ecosystems. We aim to preserve biodiversity, maintain natural habitats, prevent pollution, and minimize negative environmental impacts like air pollution and soil deterioration.
• Respect for Natural Cycles: Respecting ecological processes. This implies reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with vehicles or daily activities to mitigate climate change and protect waterways and soil.

The results achieved in terms of environmental sustainability are numerous:

• The company facility (approx. 6,000 m²) features 372 photovoltaic panels on the roof, capable of guaranteeing a nominal electrical power of 140 kW.
• We have installed 100 kW of batteries capable of storing excess energy (produced during sunny hours) to autonomously power night services.
• The electricity, produced by harnessing solar radiation, is clean and renewable.
• Indoor climate control and sanitary water heating run on high-efficiency electric heat pumps.
• The office section of the building is Energy Class A4; every technological solution inside reaches very high energy efficiency standards.
• In the 6,200 m² of green areas at the headquarters, we have planted 110 tall trees and 440 low-medium trees. This is environmentally advantageous because trees:
  • Mitigate atmospheric pollution and improve air quality by absorbing CO2 and other pollutants (carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, VOCs, particulate matter).
  • Reduce the heat island effect (local temperature rise due to building materials). Trees create cooler, more comfortable zones.
  • Contribute to biodiversity conservation, providing food and shelter for local fauna.

• Rainwater Recovery: Green spaces are irrigated using rainwater recovered from the facility roofs. This reduces potable water consumption, promotes water sustainability, relieves stress on sewer systems, and mitigates flood risks during heavy rains.
• Water Recycling: We have an underground tank for collecting rainwater, which is then used to refill our suction excavators/vacuum trucks.
• Electric Mobility: We installed an internal charging station for electric cars, which contribute positively by eliminating CO2 emissions at the point of use.
• Route Optimization: Vehicle movement is organized to minimize travel distance, limiting fuel consumption and pollutants. All company vehicles are latest-generation models, and rigid predictive maintenance programs ensure high levels of safety and efficiency.
• Biomethane: Part of the fleet is powered by biomethane, produced through the anaerobic digestion of organic material and certified as emission-neutral.

Franchini Servizi Ecologici adopts concrete solutions to reduce impact:

• Dual Fuel System: Part of the fleet uses a combined diesel-hydrogen system, delivering:
  • CO2 reduction between 12% and 20%;
  • Abatement of other pollutants (HC, CO, PM10) via cleaner combustion.
• Use of Diesel HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil):
  • Renewable biofuel from organic waste (used oils, animal fats);
  • Reduction of up to 90% in CO2 emissions compared to fossil diesel;
  • Better performance than traditional biodiesel and lower maintenance costs;
  • Decrease in NOx, CO, and unburnt hydrocarbons.
• Responsible Waste Management:
  • All waste is delivered to authorized, high-efficiency facilities.
  • Transport and disposal (Hazardous, Non-hazardous, ADR) strictly comply with regulations.
• Plastic-Free Policy:
  • Osmotic water dispensers eliminate plastic bottles.
  • Reusable bottles provided to all staff.
  • Biodegradable/recycled plates and cutlery in the canteen.
• Digital Efficiency: The website automatically enters standby mode after inactivity to save energy.