Sustainable development in business

Mateusz Jemioł, advertising producer and director, and CEO of Mova Film, will talk about ESG from a marketing perspective in his lecture “Can the topic of garbage captivate crowds? A recipe for an effective social campaign.”

The progressive technological development can go hand in hand with ecology – and this is thanks to digital tools supporting waste management. Aleksandra Mikiel, Operations Director at Interzero, will talk about Interzero Waste Platform – a waste management tool.

The Interzero Environmental Conference is a great place not only to gain new inspiration, but also to showcase your company.

Cementownia Odra , the oldest operating plant of this type in Poland, opens its gates to the general public every two years. This year’s event was exceptional because it was organized for the first time since the pandemic. As in previous years, it attracted crowds of visitors who had the opportunity to see the facility and explore the secrets of cement production, including technologies that minimize the impact of the installation on the environment. Wojciech Putra, president of Cementownia Odra, emphasized in his speech that good neighborliness requires trust, and the Open Day is an excellent opportunity to see for yourself what actions are taken in the area of social and environmental responsibility. Residents of Opole learned, among other things, that the cement production process is waste-free and at the same time allows for the management of many difficult wastes, such as:

• Fly ash (waste from power plants or combined heat and power plants)
• Granulated blast furnace slag (waste from the steel industry)
• Reagipsy (waste from the flue gas desulfurization process)
• Copper slag (waste from copper smelters)
• Steel slags (by-product of the converter process)
• Alternative fuels (municipal and industrial waste)

Currently, 40% of the raw materials used in the production of Portland cement in the Odra Cement Plant come from waste, and 60% of the energy is produced from alternative fuels. In addition to sightseeing, the organizers provided a number of attractions, including performances by artists singing the greatest hits from the Opole festival and a festival for children.

In the zone for the youngest, the Interzero stand was very popular, where through play you could learn the rules for proper waste segregation or prepare a small gift for your loved ones.

The Open Day at Cementownia Odra showed how this plant combines tradition with innovation and how it cares for the environment and the local community. Interzero was one of the partners of the Open Day at Cementownia Odra.

The obligations that entrepreneurs face, combined with changes in legal regulations, create uncertainty for those running their own business or working full-time. Although environmental protection is a small part of running a business, its importance cannot be overestimated.

The PPWR regulations will come into full force by the end of 2025 and will primarily affect producers and manufacturers. This will require almost every manufacturer to fully comply with the guidelines related to the reuse of raw materials and the implementation of reusable packaging. This project aims to reduce packaging pollution and promote a circular economy for packaging. In relation to industry, the regulations aim to create new business prospects, reduce the demand for primary raw materials and increase the European Union’s capacity in the field of recycling. It is worth emphasizing that by 2030, all packaging on the EU market must be recyclable. The amendment to the Act on the Management of Packaging and Packaging Waste also introduced solutions aimed at increasing the efficiency of waste management, especially that coming from beverage packaging – this is precisely the deposit system, which will come into force in our country from 2025. In connection with the above, until the end of the month you can take advantage of a promotional price for selected training courses at Interzero Academy on the subject of PPWR, SUP and the deposit system. Check out our offer at the link. More about PPWR also in the upcoming live webinar entitled “PPWR – a new challenge for those introducing packaged products”, which will be led by Paweł Sosnowski on June 20.

Register today!

We invite you to unique workshops devoted to the role of recycling in the Circular Economy (CE) and the operation of the deposit-refund system . The meeting will be held on June 12, 2024 at PRT Radomsko Sp. z o. o. (ul. Geodetów 8, 97-500 Radomsko).

The meeting is organized by the Polish Chamber of Packaging Recovery and Recycling in cooperation with Interzero, CPG Cluster, Ecokaucja SA, and the Foundation for Ecological and Educational Solutions “GREEN”.

During the workshops we will discuss key issues related to legislation, eco-design, recovery and recycling of packaging. We will then move from theory to the practical conditions of packaging waste management.

The workshop program includes:

1. Introductory presentation: “The impact of recycling on the circular economy”
2. Discussion panel: “Practical aspects of the deposit system”
3. PET Bottle Recycling Plant Tour: Discovering the Process and New Life for Plastic

Check out the full event agenda

The meeting is divided into two groups. The first group will meet at 9:00 a.m. and the second at 12:30 p.m. Each meeting will begin with a discussion on recycling legislation and practice in the circular economy, and then participants will have the opportunity to tour the PRT Radomsko plant and see the PET bottle recycling installations and process live. Details on how to register at the link.

We invite you to participate for free! The number of places is limited, the order of applications decides.

See you at the workshops!

On June 18, the next edition of the trade fair addressed to retail representatives – Retail Trends – will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Conference Center.

The slogan of this year’s event is “New opening, new opportunities”.

The economic situation in recent years makes us pay more attention to consumers and their needs. This also forces entrepreneurs to analyze investment areas, especially related to technology and digital transformation, as well as to think more deeply about the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in business.

As Interzero, we will present our Sielaff brand bottle dispensers to the event participants, which may soon become necessary in every larger retail chain, because from 2025 a deposit system will apply in Poland. Our representatives will be happy to provide more information about the devices, present the functionality of the selected model, and advise interested parties on the appropriate solution tailored to their needs. You will find our stand right next to the lecture hall and the food court!

We also cordially invite you to listen to the debate entitled: “Transformation is the only way! How will the deposit system and the green revolution change the retail sector and the packaging market? Paweł Sosnowski , Management Board Representative for Environmental Regulations.

During the debate, participants will jointly consider, among others: at what stage of preparations for the implementation of the deposit system is the Polish trade and food industry, how the CSRD directive will change trade-supplier relations, and how to work on a green supply chain.

More information about the event can be found on the organizer’s website.

There is growing ecological pressure on European Union countries, which forces the implementation of further actions aimed at limiting the negative impact of packaging on the environment. On April 24, 2024, the European Parliament adopted the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive), which brings significant changes for entrepreneurs in the design, production and recycling of packaging.

The EU implements regulations not through a directive, but through a regulation. This means that the requirements will enter directly into the Polish legal order, without the need for time-consuming implementation, as in the case of directives. It’s time for a real packaging revolution, without unnecessary delays.

The 11th edition of the Interzero Environmental Conference starts on September 18 at the Sheraton in Sopot! We warmly invite all entities interested in promoting sustainable development to partner with our event.

Why is it worth becoming our partner?

• The Environmental Conference is an event that attracts industry leaders , as well as expert companies and organizations related to environmental protection, recycling and sustainable development, with a wide range of pro-environmental topics (including: ESG, PPWR, GOZ, CSRD, CSR).
• By participating in the Conference, you have the opportunity to establish valuable business contacts , exchange experiences and gain invaluable knowledge about the latest environmental protection trends, which will allow you to build a more effective sustainable business strategy.
• As a partner of an event focused on promoting sustainable development and integrated environmental solutions, you build a green image of your company through real actions to support the environment.

Want to know more? Contact us at kontakt@interzero.pl to receive an offer.

Event details available on the Environmental Conference website and on the LinkedIn event .

Every entrepreneur placing electrical and electronic equipment on the market must meet a number of obligations arising from the WEEE Act. Polish companies can do it themselves or through recovery organizations. However, foreign companies may be obliged to establish an authorized representative in Poland who will perform the duties of the introducer on their behalf.

Manufacturers established in another EU Member State who:

• they produce equipment or place it on the market under their own name or trademark in the territory of the Member State concerned,
• resell equipment produced by other entities in a given Member State under their own name or trademark,
• in the course of a commercial activity, equipment from a non-EU country or another Member State is made available for distribution, consumption or use for the first time on the market of that Member State, either in return for payment or free of charge

MAY designate an authorized representative who will be responsible for performing within the territory of the country the obligations specified in the Act in relation to equipment placed on the market by this manufacturer.

However, manufacturers established in another Member State or in a non-EU country and selling devices remotely in that country (e.g. via an online store or sales platform) MUST appoint an authorized representative.

As Interzero, we can take over your obligations to the extent resulting from the Act on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment. Our experts will get acquainted with the specificity of your business and determine the type and status of implementation of the introducer’s duties, and then offer you the most advantageous offer.

For more information, please visit the Authorized Representative in Poland website

As a leader in zero waste solutions, we shape the future of sustainable development and the circular economy, which you can read about in our latest Sustainable Development Magazine.

We are guided by the vision of a “world without waste”, which is why we are constantly working to turn this ambitious goal into reality. We continue to set new standards in the industry – starting with our innovative software Materialaccount, which provides full transparency and strategic access to processed raw materials, to the groundbreaking PET recycling plant in Liebenau. These successes are highlighted by the prestigious German Sustainability Award 2024, which Interzero received in the “Waste Management and Recycling Industry” category, recognizing our transformative work in waste management and resource conservation. We believe our approach can be a source of inspiration – proving that environmental responsibility and economic prosperity can go hand in hand.

Our activities go beyond recycling; we actively cooperate with manufacturers (CLASSEN Group) and fashion brands (Marc Cain) to implement sustainable practices in various industries. Our initiatives, such as the ‘We want Moor’ campaign and the partnership with COREPLA for the RecoPet project in Italy, demonstrate our commitment to addressing environmental issues on many fronts. By investing in education through the International Zero Waste Academy and engaging in projects such as chemical recycling, we support a culture of sustainability that encourages innovation and collaboration. As leaders in environmental stewardship, our holistic approach and tangible contributions push the boundaries towards a more sustainable and cyclical future.

Read the whole thing HERE .

Ladies and Gentlemen,

We would like to inform you that due to the integration of the Interzero team, on May 16-17 this year. our branches in Warsaw, Krakow, Łódź and Katowice will be closed , and contact with our employees will be difficult.

We return to work on Monday, May 20. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.

Team Interzero