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  • 06/25

Climate change is making Europe the fastest-warming continent on Earth. Extreme events such as floods, droughts and heatwaves are becoming increasingly frequent and intense, with serious impacts on health, the economy, and ecosystems. In this context, water—a limited and essential resource—can no longer be taken for granted.

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From nature to finance: the solutions to make Europe more water-resilient

  • 06/25

In several parts of the world, forests are now emitting more carbon dioxide than they absorb. This challenges the traditional view of forests as our best allies in fighting climate change. The most striking case is Canada, where millions of hectares of forest have shifted from being carbon sinks to becoming net sources of emissions.

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Forests should act as carbon sinks. But in some regions, they have become net emitters of CO₂ — a clear sign that new management strategies are urgently needed.

  • 2025

The European Union has introduced a new regulation—the EUDR (Deforestation-free Products Regulation)—which sets strict criteria to ensure that products placed on the market are not linked to deforestation. This article explains what supply chain traceability is, why it’s essential to address new legal requirements, and how Etifor can help companies turn this obligation into an opportunity for innovation and competitiveness—thanks to the EMMA approach.

 

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Why supply chain traceability is a strategic issue for companies importing forest-risk commodities

  • 2025

Each time soil loses its fertility, structure, or biodiversity, we also lose the invisible yet essential services that ensure food security, water quality, and climate stability. Soil degradation is a silent but devastating process, often underestimated. Understanding its causes and effects—and especially being able to quantify its impact on ecosystem services—is the first step toward regenerating landscapes and building more resilient territories.

 

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Understanding soil value to safeguard ecosystem services and regenerate landscapes

  • 2025

Knowing and calculating the carbon footprint is now a strategic move for companies seeking to take environmental responsibility. But what exactly does “carbon footprint” mean? How is it measured, and why is it so important? This article answers these questions, explains the differences between product and organizational carbon footprint, and shows how Etifor, through its scientific approach, supports companies in measuring and reducing emissions across the entire value chain.

 

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Find out why measuring your carbon footprint is essential to reduce emissions and make your business more competitive.

  • 17/04/25

The 90-day suspension of US tariffs on timber opens a highly relevant scenario for the Italian wood-furniture supply chain. As the Milan Design Week takes place, the sector faces a crucial moment: if tariffs are confirmed after the moratorium, Italian furniture exports could drop by 5% to 8% in 2025, with negative effects also on the ongoing reconstruction of the national supply chain. It is therefore essential to take a long-term view, diversifying export markets and—paradoxically—strengthening trade relations with the United States in light of tensions with China.

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Amid export risks and new trade routes, the temporary suspension of US timber tariffs offers Italy a window of opportunity to boost the competitiveness of its wood-furniture supply chain.  

  • 20.05.2025

As part of the week dedicated to the International Day for Biological Diversity, the national event returns to Milan to foster dialogue between economic, financial, and institutional stakeholders committed to protecting nature.

 

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Una giornata dedicata al ruolo della finanza sostenibile, delle imprese e delle istituzioni nella conservazione e promozione della biodiversità.

  • 2025

How can territories respond to the consequences of climate change? In this article, you’ll discover what climate change adaptation means, which solutions are most effective in protecting people, ecosystems, and infrastructure, and how public authorities can access funding to finance these actions. We will also explore the role of Nature-based Solutions and Etifor’s services in supporting local administrations on this journey.

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Tackling the climate crisis starting from local areas

  • 20.05.2025

As part of the week dedicated to the International Day for Biological Diversity, the national event returns to Milan to foster dialogue between economic, financial, and institutional stakeholders committed to protecting nature.

 

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Una giornata dedicata al ruolo della finanza sostenibile, delle imprese e delle istituzioni nella conservazione e promozione della biodiversità.

  • 2024

At this crucial event, Etifor will be present with a delegation involved in several activities to bridge the gap between biodiversity conservation and sustainable economic development. Notably, we will organize a key event focused on the Nature Positive economy and participate in a series of other strategic meetings.

 

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Discover our key events at COP16 aimed at driving the transition to a sustainable, Nature Positive economy.

  • 7/11/2024

We are pleased to announce our participation as co-organizers in the conference “How businesses can benefit biodiversity: examples in agriculture and forestry” for Ecomondo 2024. The event will offer practical examples and discussions on how agricultural and forestry companies can contribute concretely to biodiversity protection. Join us to discover innovative and sustainable solutions!

 

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How businesses can benefit biodiversity: examples in agriculture and forestry

  • 14 & 21 September 2024

Opera Verde is the TV series that brings stories of reforestation and environmental protection to television. On air on Rai 3 on 14 and 21 September 2024 at 3pm, three episodes will let you discover how forests can improve the world around us.

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Opera Verde is the first programme specifically dedicated

  • 14 Settembre 2024

Siamo felici di annunciare che Mauro Masiero, Professore Associato in Economia e Politica Forestale presso l’Università di Padova e Presidente di Etifor, sarà uno degli speaker del TEDx Piazzola sul Brenta il 14 settembre 2024. 

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Goccia a Goccia verso un futuro sostenibile

Solutions for a sustainable future of tourism

  • 24-25 september 2024

On the 24th and 25th of September, join this 2-day-long in-person and interactive training class in Trento (Italy): a convenient way to improve your sustainability skills while at the same time learning alongside GSTC experts and fellow sustainable tourism practitioners. The GSTC Italy Working Group organizes the course in collaboration with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. 

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On the 24th and 25th of September, join

  • 25.06.24

Il 25 giugno 2024 a Milano presso il Palazzo Lombardia, si terrà una giornata dedicata ad approfondire il ruolo della finanza sostenibile, delle imprese e delle istituzioni nella conservazione e promozione della biodiversità.

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Presentation of the paper “Sustainable Finance and Biodiversity” and launch of the Italian Business@Biodiversity Working Group

  • 06/25

Climate change is making Europe the fastest-warming continent on Earth. Extreme events such as floods, droughts and heatwaves are becoming increasingly frequent and intense, with serious impacts on health, the economy, and ecosystems. In this context, water—a limited and essential resource—can no longer be taken for granted.

Read More

From nature to finance: the solutions to make Europe more water-resilient

  • 06/25

In several parts of the world, forests are now emitting more carbon dioxide than they absorb. This challenges the traditional view of forests as our best allies in fighting climate change. The most striking case is Canada, where millions of hectares of forest have shifted from being carbon sinks to becoming net sources of emissions.

Read More

Forests should act as carbon sinks. But in some regions, they have become net emitters of CO₂ — a clear sign that new management strategies are urgently needed.

  • 2025

The European Union has introduced a new regulation—the EUDR (Deforestation-free Products Regulation)—which sets strict criteria to ensure that products placed on the market are not linked to deforestation. This article explains what supply chain traceability is, why it’s essential to address new legal requirements, and how Etifor can help companies turn this obligation into an opportunity for innovation and competitiveness—thanks to the EMMA approach.

 

Read More

Why supply chain traceability is a strategic issue for companies importing forest-risk commodities

  • 2025

Each time soil loses its fertility, structure, or biodiversity, we also lose the invisible yet essential services that ensure food security, water quality, and climate stability. Soil degradation is a silent but devastating process, often underestimated. Understanding its causes and effects—and especially being able to quantify its impact on ecosystem services—is the first step toward regenerating landscapes and building more resilient territories.

 

Read More

Understanding soil value to safeguard ecosystem services and regenerate landscapes

  • 2025

Knowing and calculating the carbon footprint is now a strategic move for companies seeking to take environmental responsibility. But what exactly does “carbon footprint” mean? How is it measured, and why is it so important? This article answers these questions, explains the differences between product and organizational carbon footprint, and shows how Etifor, through its scientific approach, supports companies in measuring and reducing emissions across the entire value chain.

 

Read More

Find out why measuring your carbon footprint is essential to reduce emissions and make your business more competitive.

  • 17/04/25

The 90-day suspension of US tariffs on timber opens a highly relevant scenario for the Italian wood-furniture supply chain. As the Milan Design Week takes place, the sector faces a crucial moment: if tariffs are confirmed after the moratorium, Italian furniture exports could drop by 5% to 8% in 2025, with negative effects also on the ongoing reconstruction of the national supply chain. It is therefore essential to take a long-term view, diversifying export markets and—paradoxically—strengthening trade relations with the United States in light of tensions with China.

Read More

Amid export risks and new trade routes, the temporary suspension of US timber tariffs offers Italy a window of opportunity to boost the competitiveness of its wood-furniture supply chain.  

  • 2025

How can territories respond to the consequences of climate change? In this article, you’ll discover what climate change adaptation means, which solutions are most effective in protecting people, ecosystems, and infrastructure, and how public authorities can access funding to finance these actions. We will also explore the role of Nature-based Solutions and Etifor’s services in supporting local administrations on this journey.

Read More

Tackling the climate crisis starting from local areas

  • 2025

Urban forestation is one of the most effective strategies for improving the quality of life in cities, combating the climate crisis, and enhancing citizens’ well-being. In recent years, thanks to public and private funding programs such as the PNRR, the Complemento regionale per lo sviluppo rurale (CSR), and other regional initiatives, many public administrations have been investing in new green spaces to make cities more resilient.

 

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The benefits of urban forestation: from environment to public health

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