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38 The Circular Economy in the World of Skiing

Launched in 2021, Tecnica Group’ s Recycle Your Boots project has now reached over 28,000 pairs of recycled ski boots. Ecodesign, technology and digital solutions are transforming the ski boot sector, with most of the materials and components now returning to the market. This isn’ t just recycling. It is actual upcycling. page 42

42 River Pollution: the Answer Comes from Italy

It is estimated that about 80 % of plastics that get into the oceans comes from rivers. In Italy, the floating barriers manufactured by Seads( Sea Defence Solutions) are already being used in some installations for the collection of waste flowing in rivers. page 46

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46 Circular Composites: Comparing Two

Approaches

The production of composite materials is increasing, as is the need for the management of the resulting waste. Through its Marewind and Refresh projects, Cetma is working on recyclable materials to encourage circularity in the wind energy sector.

58 The Culture of Innovation

Main Tech is a dynamic and constantly growing company that is ready to face the challenges of the future by relying on its desire for innovation and strong focus on customers. The company is envisaging a 2025 full of opportunities and centred on international expansion. productivity

62 Leadership and Sustainability

in Gearboxes for Extruders

Production areas doubled to ensure higher efficiency, greater production capacity, green solutions and sustainability. Today, the extruder gearboxes from Zambello are a world benchmark in the sector.

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