On the outskirts of Bucharest, Isopan Est is raising the bar for sustainable construction in Europe. The factory, specialized in insulated sandwich panels, achieved a remarkable milestone in 2024 — operating entirely on renewable energy, thus reaching zero Scope 2 carbon emissions linked to electricity use.
Part of the Marcegaglia Steel and Manni Group joint venture, headquartered in Verona, Isopan brings over 50 years of expertise and operates facilities in Italy, Spain, Poland, Mexico, and Romania.
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Opened in 2007, the Popești-Leordeni plant serves both local and Central-Eastern European markets, contributing to BREEAM and LEED-certified green buildings.
“The results presented in our ESG report reflect Isopan Est’s real commitment to sustainability, transparency, and operational excellence. It’s not just about numbers, but about a culture built on responsibility towards the environment, people, and community,” said Toni Pera, General Manager of Isopan Est.
Clean energy, circular economy, and empowered people
In 2024, the factory consumed 7,334 MWh of energy — over one-third from renewable sources — while 355 MWh were produced on-site through solar panels. 19.85% of raw materials came from recycled sources, and 52.88% of generated waste was recovered, confirming Isopan’s commitment to circular production.
The company’s 129 employees benefit from a 90.7% retention rate and an average of 15 hours of training per year, reinforcing a culture of long-term professional growth.
Isopan Est supports the Group’s global sustainability goals — cutting direct and indirect emissions by 40% and supply-chain emissions by 20% by 2028. The Romanian plant’s performance contributed to Manni Group’s ESG rating “A – High”, awarded by Cerved Rating Agency, solidifying Romania’s role as a model for sustainable industrial innovation in Europe.
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