ILPEA’s Commitment to the Planet
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INNOVATION and SUSTAINABILITY
Our Commitment to the Planet
Sustainability is integral to ILPEA’s long-term strategy, positioning the company as a leader in tackling global challenges and a differentiator in a competitive market. Through aligned ESG initiatives, ILPEA has achieved reduced carbon emissions, sustainable product development, and responsible resource management across all operations.
A key focus remains maximizing environmental performance in product development. By offering eco-friendly solutions supported by life cycle assessment (LCA), ILPEA extends product lifecycles, improves recyclability, and advances the transition toward a circular economy. Efforts to integrate Scope 3 emissions into the decarbonization strategy further strengthen sustainability across the supply chain.
CEO Statement
Our mission is to design, develop, produce and deliver valuable components for our stakeholders while preserving the environment in which we operate and live.
Product innovation, the replacement of disposable components with recyclable ones, advanced technology across all operations and process efficiency are the keys to operating sustainably in our world.
Therefore, sustainability is fully integrated into ILPEA’s strategy.
In response to market dynamics and energy challenges, ILPEA improves its environmental impact by reducing emissions and energy consumption through investments in energy efficiency, heat recovery, process optimization and renewable energy, both purchased and self-generated through photovoltaic systems.
New components must be environmentally friendly, meeting the criteria of circularity and health compliance. The replacement of thermosetting materials with thermoplastic materials is key to recycling all components at the end of their life, thus minimizing the use of raw materials, which will be preserved for the benefit of future generations and the planet.
Strong attention is paid to scrap recycling in our production processes through in-house recovery technologies or by redirecting materials externally as secondary inputs for other purposes. In this way, in addition to being an environmentally friendly enterprise, we can more easily achieve cost-effectiveness, which is key to winning in the market, together with perfect quality and innovation perceived by our stakeholders.
Looking ahead, ILPEA is committed to maintaining leadership in its core markets by combining industrial performance, technological advancement and sustainability, in order to better meet current market demands, anticipate future developments and generate long-term returns for customers, employees and shareholders.
Paolo Cittadini
Chairman & C.E.O., ILPEA Group
INNOVATION IN MIND, SUSTAINABLE AT HEART
Building a Sustainable Future with ILPEA
As awareness of sustainability grows and the pace of global change accelerates, companies face new challenges, from environmental protection to social and ethical responsibility.
For ILPEA, sustainability is not a recent objective but a core part of operations. As a responsible industrial group with a long-standing commitment to innovation, ILPEA continuously invests in technologies and processes that increase efficiency, reduce emissions, and preserve resources.
Efforts include energy-efficient systems, renewable energy generation, and the design of products that are lighter, more recyclable, and have a smaller environmental footprint. ILPEA also works across the entire value chain, collaborating with partners to promote shared responsibility and long-term positive impact.
Through certified management systems and a strong culture of inclusion and fairness, ILPEA is committed to building a future that balances performance, people, and the planet.

INNOVATION IN MIND, SUSTAINABLE AT HEART
ILPEA ESG Governance: Embedding Sustainability Across the Organization
ESG governance is a key pillar of ILPEA’s strategy. The Board of Directors sets and monitors sustainability objectives, supported by an ESG Steering Committee of senior executives to ensure alignment and implementation across all ILPEA subsidiaries.
The ESG Department translates strategy into action, managing global sustainability initiatives, coordinating cross-functional projects, and tracking environmental, social, and governance performance. In parallel, it drives efficiency, innovation, and circularity projects across all business functions.
At the local level, ESG leaders integrate corporate goals into daily operations, embedding sustainability and ESG principles throughout the organization. This structured, multi-level governance strengthens transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainable growth.
Corporate Level
ESG Steering Committee
Removing roadblocks, advancing ESG projects
Corporate Level
Board of Directors & ESG Board Member Delegate
ESG strategic guidance and oversight, targets and Sustainability Report approval
Corporate Level
ESG Department
Global ESG execution, strategic efficiency projects, ESG KPI monitoring, coordination of local ESG functions
Regional / Local Level
Local ESG Leaders
Global ESG strategy translation,
local strategic projects, plant-level ESG KPIs compliance

INNOVATION IN MIND, SUSTAINABLE AT HEART
Strategy & Targets
ILPEA’s ESG strategy drives measurable impact across environmental, social, and governance dimensions. We focus on energy efficiency, resource optimization, and circular economy solutions, reducing environmental impact while enhancing operational performance and supporting long-term growth.
Aligned with the UN 2030 Agenda, our initiatives contribute to sustainable development, climate action, and inclusive economic progress. Continuous monitoring ensures our sustainability goals remain actionable, relevant, and effective.
ILPEA’s Sustainability Strategic Pillars:
key focus areas guiding responsible and sustainable growth.
Governance
Ensure ethics and compliance through robust governance aligned with international standards.
Planet
Reduce environmental footprint across operations and the value chain through energy efficiency, decarbonization, waste reduction, and water management.
People
Promote a safe and inclusive workplace by strengthening safety, employee development, and engagement.
Product
Advance sustainable product innovation through circularity and the use of recyclable, recycled, and low environmental impact solutions.
Society
Engage in community initiatives and strengthen partnerships with schools and universities across all countries.
Supply Chain
Ensure transparent, responsible, and conflict-free supply chains through a Supplier Code of Conduct.
Human Rights
Respect human rights across employees and the supply chain through clear standards and responsible sourcing.
RESPONSIBLE PERFORMANCE AND PROGRESS
Global Sustainability Awards
ILPEA’s sustainability performance is recognized globally through leading certifications. ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 underscore the Group’s commitment to environmental stewardship and workplace safety, embedding sustainability across all operations.
High ratings and internationally recognized awards from EcoVadis and CDP highlight strong environmental, social, and ethical performance, with measurable progress in climate action, water stewardship, and risk management.
Together, these recognitions demonstrate ILPEA’s structured, results-driven approach to sustainability, built on certified management systems and measurable performance across all operations.

