Escofet 1886 achieves
EPD-certification for sustainable urban furniture
Sustainability and environmental awareness have become essential in designing our public spaces. Street furniture with an EPD certificate offers significant value to organizations and municipalities investing in a sustainable future.
Escofet, a leading provider of street furniture, now offers several EPD-certified products in its collection.
Tradition and Innovation: Escofet’s Vision for Sustainable urban Solutions
Based in Barcelona, Escofet 1886 has combined high-quality materials with aesthetic, innovative design since 1886. They are pioneers in creating street furniture that is not only functional but also visually appealing. By collaborating with renowned designers and architects, Escofet develops solutions that seamlessly adapt to the evolving needs of modern outdoor environments.
Their focus on innovation is always directed towards sustainable solutions that minimize the ecological footprint and are future-proof. This commitment to transparency and eco-friendly design is reflected in their dedication to obtaining EPD certifications.
What is an EPD?
An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a standardized statement that maps out the environmental impact of a product throughout its entire life cycle. The EPD certificate is based on international ISO standards (ISO 14025 and ISO 21930) and offers detailed insights into every phase of the product, from raw material extraction and production to use and waste processing.
With an EPD, customers can trust that the environmental claims of a product are transparent and independently verified. For organizations and municipalities with sustainability goals, EPD-certified street furniture is a responsible choice for public spaces.
Difference Between EPD and Other Environmental Certifications
EPD stands out due to its comprehensive life cycle analysis (LCA). Unlike other certifications, which often focus on aspects such as energy consumption, an EPD provides a holistic analysis of each product phase. From raw material extraction to processing and recycling, the EPD offers a complete picture of the ecological impact.
The data is standardized and verified by an independent third party, making the EPD a globally reliable standard. For municipalities and project developers, this serves as a foundation for responsible, sustainable material choices.
Why Choose EPD-Certified Street Furniture?
The benefits of EPD-certified street furniture go beyond aesthetics and functionality. Here are the main reasons to use EPD-certified furniture in sustainable public spaces:
- Transparency and Measurability: EPD-certified street furniture offers complete transparency of its ecological footprint. The comprehensive visibility of the environmental impact allows organizations to make informed decisions that align with their specific sustainability goals.
- Support for Green Certifications: By meeting strict sustainability criteria, the furniture contributes to certifications such as LEED and BREEAM, where environmental impact is critical. This helps project developers and municipalities score points within these systems.
- Contribution to the Circular Economy: Street furniture with an EPD certificate supports reuse and recyclability. By selecting products that fit within the circular economy, the material life cycle is extended, and waste production is minimized.
- Strengthening Green Image and Social Responsibility: Choosing EPD-certified street furniture not only enhances the image of an environmentally conscious organization but also offers long-term planning and responsible investment benefits.
- Long-Term Cost Savings: EPD-certified street furniture requires less maintenance and has a longer lifespan. This results in lower total costs over the life cycle, making it economically advantageous and a sustainable investment.
The Added Value of EPD-Certified Street Furniture for Sustainable Outdoor Space Development
EPD-certified street furniture is ideal for public space projects focused on sustainability. It makes the environmental impact transparent and accessible, from raw material extraction to waste processing. By choosing EPD-certified products, municipalities and project developers can achieve their sustainable development goals and make environmentally conscious choices for parks, squares, and other outdoor spaces.
With reliable and independent data on the total ecological impact, it helps achieve certifications such as LEED and BREEAM. Using EPD-certified furniture lays the foundation for a responsible, future-proof design of public spaces.
Escofet's Added Value for Public Space Development
ustainability is central to Escofet. By using durable materials and long-lasting designs, Escofet strives to minimize its ecological footprint as much as possible. Each product is designed for intensive use, aesthetics, and minimal environmental impact. In doing so, they contribute to a more livable environment.
Escofet understands that public spaces are more than functional places; they are meeting points that enhance the quality of life for communities. Consider, for example, a park in a bustling city, where Escofet's benches and shade structures are not only designed to last but also invite relaxation and social interaction. Thanks to the use of high-quality and sustainable materials, these solutions are perfect for heavy use without sacrificing aesthetics.
Our partnership with Escofet aligns seamlessly with Servibo’s vision: creating accessible, sustainable, and attractive outdoor spaces that positively impact the community. By leveraging Escofet’s expertise in innovative solutions, we can contribute to the development of public spaces that are both functional and inspiring.
Frequently Asked Questions About Escofet’s EPD-Certified Street Furniture
An EPD provides transparent information about a product’s environmental effects throughout its entire life cycle. This data helps designers and planners make choices that contribute to a circular economy, where products are designed for reuse, recycling, and minimal waste production.
An EPD is a detailed environmental product declaration that quantifies the lifecycle impact of a product.
BREEAM and LEED are certification systems that assess the sustainability of buildings as a whole, using data from EPDs to evaluate the environmental performance of construction materials.
EPDs provide the environmental data required by BREEAM and LEED assessment criteria. By using EPD-certified products, project developers can earn points in these certification systems, contributing to a higher sustainability score for the building.
For comprehensive information about the EPD system, visit the official Environdec website : Environdec website.
For more information about BREEAM have a look at their official website : BREEAM website
If you like to know more on LEED do check out their official website : LEED website
Escofet designs long-lasting products using sustainable materials, contributing to the circular economy.
EPD-certified urban furniture provides clear and reliable environmental data, facilitating sustainable choices and integration into green certification projects such as LEED and BREEAM.
Links to EPD-information and Escofet 1886 by Molins
Below you will find the website links to the official Escofet website and the specific EPD declarations of their street furniture assortment:
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Escofet Official website
On the official Escofet website, you can explore the complete product range, including all available EPD-certified street furniture. Here, you’ll find information about Escofet’s commitment to sustainability and detailed technical specifications for their products.
EPD-declarations of Escofet:
Elk van deze EPD’s biedt inzicht in de ecologische impact van specifieke Escofet-producten door hun volledige levenscyclusanalyse (LCA) te tonen, vanaf de grondstoffenwinning tot aan de uiteindelijke verwerking.
Deze verklaringen zijn onmisbaar voor projectontwikkelaars en ontwerpers die op zoek zijn naar transparante en verifieerbare milieugegevens om duurzame keuzes te ondersteunen.
Information on EPDs:
- What is an EPD? - Environdec
This page provides an overview of what an EPD entails, how it is developed, and the environmental effects it measures. It’s a great starting point for anyone interested in the basics of environmental product declarations. - Nationale Circulaire Economie Programma (2023-2030)
This program outlines the Netherlands' strategy and goals regarding the circular economy. It includes guidelines and ambitions for sustainable product choices, including EPD-certified products.
Information on other environmental certifications:
- BREEAM - Official Website
The official BREEAM site provides extensive information on the BREEAM certification process, which assesses buildings and infrastructure for sustainability. EPDs play a key role within BREEAM for validating construction materials. - LEED - Officiële Website
The official LEED website explains how LEED certification works and how sustainable buildings are assessed. This certification uses EPD data to determine the environmental footprint of construction materials. - BREEAM en circulaire economie - Rijksoverheid
This page from the Dutch government explains how BREEAM aligns with the circular economy and provides practical information for municipalities and organizations aiming to promote a circular economy. - Circular Economy Action Plan - Europese Commissie
Here, you will find the European Circular Economy Action Plan. This plan focuses on waste reduction and promoting sustainable production, with an important role for environmental certifications such as EPD..
Belgian Information Sources on EPDs::
- Het Belgische EPD-programma B-EPD - FOD Volksgezondheid
This official site provides extensive information about the Belgian EPD program, also known as B-EPD. Here, you’ll find guidelines, reference documents, and the EPD database for Belgium. - Gids Duurzame Gebouwen - Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest
This guide provides information on sustainable building practices and the role of EPDs in assessing construction materials. A useful resource for those working on sustainable projects in Brussels and beyond. - EnergyVille - EPD’s voor bouwproducten
EnergyVille offers information on the role of EPDs within sustainable building projects and energy-efficient infrastructure. The site focuses on the value of environmental data for designers and developers.