{"id":11290,"date":"2021-01-16T11:10:18","date_gmt":"2021-01-16T10:10:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/economia-circular-sostenibilidad-y-las-6r\/"},"modified":"2024-12-14T12:56:25","modified_gmt":"2024-12-14T11:56:25","slug":"circular-economy-sustainability-and-the-6r","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/circular-economy-sustainability-and-the-6r\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainability of the 6Rs, the Faveker system based on the circular economy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]In a global context where <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/sustainability\/\">sustainability<\/a> is no longer optional but rather a need, the concept of a <strong>circular economy<\/strong> has emerged as a solution to replace the linear system of <strong>take-make-waste<\/strong> with a model that fosters efficiency and responsible use of resources. This change not only involves <strong>reduce, reuse and recycle<\/strong> but also taking a broader approach. Let\u2019s take a look at how FAVEKER\u00ae applies the <strong>principles of a circular economy<\/strong> to produce <strong>ceramic ventilated facades<\/strong> that are sustainable and in line with the <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/sustainable-development-goals\/\"><strong>Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)<\/strong><\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378e67e{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378e67e\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">What is a circular economy?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378e7a9{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378e7a9\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]A <strong>circular economy<\/strong> is a <strong>production and consumption model<\/strong> that involves sharing, renting, reusing, repairing, renovating and recycling existing materials and products as many times as possible to create added value. Thus is stated in an article published by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.europarl.europa.eu\/topics\/es\/topic\/climate-and-environment\">European Parliament<\/a> asking people to reflect upon the need to take measures to <strong>fight climate change<\/strong> and protect the environment.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378e849{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378e849\"><\/div>[vc_single_image image=&#8221;28073&#8243;]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378e95b{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378e95b\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">From the 3Rs to the 6Rs: a new outlook on sustainability<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378ea1c{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378ea1c\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]The classical <strong>3R<\/strong> model (reduce, reuse, recycle) has evolved towards the <strong>6Rs<\/strong>, thereby expanding its reach to comprehensively tackle environmental challenges:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Reduce:<\/strong> minimizing resources and emissions during manufacturing and use.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reuse:<\/strong> giving materials a second life.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recycle:<\/strong> transforming waste into new resources.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Redesign:<\/strong> innovating with product design to optimize lifecycles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recover:<\/strong> rescuing materials and energy at the end of their useful life.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Renovate:<\/strong> restoring and updating products to use them longer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This approach makes it possible to <strong>separate economic growth from environmental impacts<\/strong>, thus promoting a fairer and more planet-friendly economy. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/ecodes.org\/hacemos\/produccion-y-consumo-responsable\/economia-baja-en-carbono-y-circular\/coeplan\/documentacion-de-referencia-coeplan\/economia-circular-y-cambio-climatico\">ECODES-<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/ecodes.org\/hacemos\/produccion-y-consumo-responsable\/economia-baja-en-carbono-y-circular\/coeplan\/documentacion-de-referencia-coeplan\/economia-circular-y-cambio-climatico\">COEPLAN<\/a>, a <strong>45%<\/strong> reduction in greenhouse gas emissions could be achieved by applying circular economy criteria. The product lifecycle is extended as recycling means they remain in the economy.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378eb43{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378eb43\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">A circular economy that is on the path towards sustainability<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378ec29{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378ec29\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]In order to balance <strong>economic health with the planet\u2019s health<\/strong>, there\u2019s no other alternative than being sustainable. So, what exactly is sustainability? The most often quoted definition is the one that appears in the <a href=\"https:\/\/digitallibrary.un.org\/record\/139811\/files\/A_42_427-ES.pdf?ln=es\">Brundtland Report<\/a>: \u201cdevelopment that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs\u201d (United Nations, 1987).<\/p>\n<p>In order to be sustainable, not only <strong>industry<\/strong> must be circular but <strong>consumption<\/strong> as well. When it comes to industry, this change may include the inclusion of more efficient processes, while on the consumption side, it requires a change in mentality. <strong>The European economy of the 27 member states is 13% circular whereas the world average is 9%<\/strong>. We are facing an unstoppable transformation and FAVEKER\u00ae will not be left behind. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve coined <strong>our own 6R system.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378ecbe{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378ecbe\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378ed49{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378ed49\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">The 6Rs marking the FAVEKER\u00ae sustainable model<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378edd5{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378edd5\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378ee58{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378ee58\"><\/div>[vc_single_image image=&#8221;28078&#8243;]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378f23e{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378f23e\"><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]We\u2019ve implemented a <strong>comprehensive sustainable model<\/strong> that affects ceramic ventilated facade solutions, their components and the production process. Our commitment to the circular economy is characterized by a <strong>\u201ccradle to cradle\u201d<\/strong> approach:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>100% recyclable materials. <\/strong>FAVEKER\u00ae products are completely recyclable, which facilitates their reintegration into the production cycle at the end of their service life, and their <strong>content is recycled. <\/strong>We include <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/reciclado-FACHADA-VENTILADA.pdf\">at least <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/reciclado-FACHADA-VENTILADA.pdf\"><strong>40% recycled materials<\/strong><\/a> in our ceramic pieces, taking advantage of the waste generated in our own manufacturing process.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lower consumption and emissions. <\/strong>Overall energy efficiency helps save energy and reduce pollution.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rehabilitation<\/strong>. Panels with dimensions that make it possible to <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/technical-office\/detailed-modulation\/\">modulate<\/a> facade renovations and optimize the energy efficiency of buildings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resistance<\/strong>. Extrusion-manufactured porcelain ceramic gives ventilated facade panels immense durability.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A reduction in pathogenic agents<\/strong>. <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/blog\/asepsia-en-la-arquitectura-superficies-biocidas-y-espacios-post-covid-19\/\">Bioklinker\u00ae<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/asepsis-in-architecture-biocidal-surfaces-and-post-covid-19-spaces\/\"> technology makes it easier to include biocide surfaces<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/hygienic-healthcare-architecture-healthy-buildings\/\">hygienic and sanitized architecture in healthy buildings<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Respect for the environment<\/strong>. We are <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/02-940-350769_VR0_Gres-Aragon_ALCORISA-2023.pdf\">zero waste certified<\/a>, which ensures all excess materials are recovered and reused. The 6Rs reflect a firm commitment to the environment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378f31e{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378f31e\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378f3bf{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378f3bf\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Ceramic ventilated facades: a sustainable solution from start to finish<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378f463{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378f463\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]FAVEKER\u00ae <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/sustainable-building-demand-ventilated-facades\/\"><strong>ceramic ventilated facades<\/strong><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/sustainable-building-demand-ventilated-facades\/\">not only are able to meet the high demand for sustainable buildings<\/a> but also offer high <strong>energy performance<\/strong>, thus enhancing habitability and lowering energy consumption. The <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/thermal-inertia-energy-savings-buildings\/\">thermal inertia of buildings with ventilated facades<\/a> is one of the benefits, but there are more.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378f511{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378f511\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">Benefits of FAVEKER\u00ae ceramic ventilated facades<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378f59b{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378f59b\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Thermal and acoustic insulation<\/strong>. They improve occupant comfort and lower the energy bill.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Efficiency in rehabilitation projects and new construction work<\/strong>. They adapt to renovation projects as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/4-types-of-facades-for-modern-homes\/\">modern construction jobs<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Certificates that rate building performance<\/strong>. They help meet BREEAM, LEED and PASSIVHAUS standards, which are essential in projects seeking to lead in sustainability and promote <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/zero-emission-building-energy-certification\/\">energy efficiency<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The FAVEKER\u00ae commitment to sustainability is backed by international certifications such as <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Certificado-ISO-9001-ES-1.pdf\"><strong>UNE EN 9001<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/CERTF.-ED-7-14001-CASTELLANO.pdf\"><strong>UNE EN 14001<\/strong><\/a>, which guarantee the quality of our processes and products. Added to this is our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.environdec.com\/library\/epd6511\"><strong>Environmental Product Declaration<\/strong><\/a><strong> (EPD) <\/strong>which is recognized by <strong>Global EPD and the ECO Platform<\/strong>, thus ensuring traceability and a lower impact from our panels.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378f619{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378f619\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">The circular economy and a 6R model: the FAVEKER\u00ae commitment to sustainability<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378f696{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378f696\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]With our <strong>commitment to the 6Rs<\/strong>, we work to offer products that not only comply with <strong>sustainability<\/strong> expectations, but also help build a more responsible future. If you\u2019re looking for materials that combine design, innovation and respect for the environment, FAVEKER\u00ae is the ideal partner when it comes to <strong>building a more sustainable world<\/strong>. Join the change and <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/contact\/\">contact us<\/a> to find out more about our ventilated facades <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/projects\/\">that can transform any project<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e940378f719{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e940378f719\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In recent times, the concept of circular economy has gained strong momentum to eliminate the traditional linear system of produce-use-dispose, replacing it with the efficient use and utilization of resources, where reduction, reuse, and recycling take precedence, but also a new way of thinking.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":28099,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"yes","_lmt_disable":"","wds_primary_category":24,"footnotes":""},"categories":[71],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11290","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-sustainable-buildings"],"acf":[],"modified_by":"faveker","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11290","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11290"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11290\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/28099"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11290"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11290"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11290"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}