Rest, leader in catering for travellers, e Hera Group, an Italian multiutility, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on initiatives related to the circular economy, sustainable mobility and environmental communication, in line with the sustainable development goals defined by the UN 2030 Agenda.
Agreement for the development of a series of environmental actions in Autogrill points
The agreement will have a duration of one year and provides for the gradual development of a series of environmental actions in about 390 Autogrill catering outlets present on the national territory. In addition to waste management efficiency solutions, plastic recycling, the fight against food waste, the valorisation and prevention of waste production, they will be jointly developed information and communication activities aimed at both Autogrill employees and customers.
The first project is starting
The first project to start foresees the collection of over 100 tons of waste vegetable oils (such as frying oils or those used to preserve food) produced in over 70 Autogrill catering outlets, which will be recovered to promote sustainable mobility. Once subjected to a pre-treatment, the oils will be sent to the Venice biorefinery in Porto Marghera, where, thanks to the partnership between the Hera Group and Eni, will be transformed into biofuel.
“This agreement with Autogrill, one of the international leaders in the catering sector, is a further example of how the Hera Group can represent a strategic partner for the industrial fabric of our country, as well as for the institutions, in the transition towards a circular economy, a new development paradigm where matter remains alive for as long as possible while simultaneously generating economic, environmental and social benefits. There regeneration of resources is one of the reasons for Hera's existence, as outlined in the corporate purpose, and the progress achieved in this area place the territory we serve at the forefront and well ahead of the European objectives of increasing recycling and minimizing the use of landfill disposal. Strengthened by our decades of experience and the results achieved, through circularity projects such as those that characterize the agreement signed today with Autogrill, we want to be more and more alongside companies in the reduction and recycling of waste" he has declared Horace Iacono, Chief Executive Officer of the Hera Group.
"L 'sustainability integration in their business activities is a priority objective for Autogrill. In this direction, the collaboration with the Hera Group enhances circular economy projects, capable of generating value, combining innovation and sustainability together. The recycling of the materials used in our stores, for example, represents an opportunity to create and sustain an efficient recovery industry that contributes to the well-being of the community. Today more than ever it is increasingly important for companies to join forces on common goals, so that everyone can do their part in safeguarding the planet's resources" he commented Maximilian Santoro, CEO Italy of Autogrill.
