Our partners for recycled content
Globally at Tarkett, 70% of our raw materials do not contribute to resource scarcity, is abundant in nature or rapidly renewable or recycled. In 2018, 134,000 tons of recycled materials were used as raw materials, representing 10% of our purchased raw materials (in volume). This enable us to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by producing less, using less energy.
We partner with other industries to purchase recycled materials:
- With Aquafil to recycle discarded fishing nets in our carpet tiles in Desso & Tandus Asia factories
- With Beverage Company in China to recycle empty wine bottles into our ECOBOND backing used in Tandus Asia factory
- With local water companies in the Netherlands to recover chalk residues from the water treatment process into our carpet backing
- With the car industry in Italy to source PVB from end-of-life car windscreens for iD Revolution
iD Revolution: an example of our comprehensive eco- conception approach
In September 2018, Tarkett launched iD Revolution, a LVT made of 83% raw materials not contributing to resource scarcity: abundant minerals such as calcium carbonate, bio- plastics and recycled materials. To create this innovative product, Tarkett uses recycled PVB from windshields and safety glasses for incorporation into the product formula.
Not only is iD Revolution’s product composition sustainable but the manufacturing process also respects the earth’s natural capital: 99% of the water used during the production is recycled and 50% of the electricity needed comes from renewable sources, while the remaining 50% are offset via carbon credits through Tambopata, a project supporting biodiversity in the Amazon. 100% free from phthalate and solvents, the collection also contributes to good indoor air quality as its levels of volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions are lower than the strictest standards.
To close the loop, the product has been designed to be 100% recyclable at its end of use. iD Revolution is thus the first Cradle to Cradle®Gold certified modular resilient flooring made with recycled materials and natural fillers.
Shortly after its launch, iD Revolution received in France the “Innovation Team Best Practices 2018” award, organized by Paris Sorbonne University and Paris Directors of Innovation Club. In addition, iD Revolution has received the UK- based Green World Award where iD Revolution became Global Gold Winner in the Innovation category. These awards demonstrate Tarkett’s commitment towards sustainable and innovative flooring solutions.