Catifa Carta è la una rivoluzionaria reinterpretazione della nostra icona Catifa 53, lanciata nel 2001. Catifa Carta segna un passo cruciale nel nostro percorso per diventare un esempio di business responsabile.
Con le sue curve delicate, Catifa Carta ci invita a reimmaginare il design, a vedere oltre l'ordinario e abbracciare un nuovo futuro. È più di una semplice sedia; è un simbolo del nostro impegno per la sostenibilità e l'innovazione. Unisciti a noi nel ridefinire le possibilità del design, dimostrando che bellezza, funzionalità e responsabilità ambientale possono veramente coesistere.
“QUESTO LANCIO RAPPRESENTA UN PUNTO DI ARRIVO E PUNTO DI PARTENZA PER IL DESIGN, E UN PASSO SIGNIFICATIVO NEL NOSTRO CAMMINO VERSO UN FUTURO PIÙ SOSTENIBILE” - ROBERTO MONTI, CEO
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SPACES AND SOLUTIONS
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RIDOTTO IMPATTO AMBIENTALE
Composta da 29 strati di carta tenuti insieme da resina naturale, Catifa Carta riduce significativamente l'impatto ambientale del prodotto, catturando biossido di carbonio durante tutto il suo ciclo di vita.
DESIGN CIRCOLARE
Con Catifa Carta, non solo riduciamo la nostra impronta di carbonio, ma abbracciamo anche il concetto di circolarità.
GESTIONE DEL FINE VITA
Attraverso la pirolisi, la scocca si trasforma in biochar, una sostanza ad alto contenuto di carbonio che sequestra efficacemente CO2. Questo processo garantisce un impatto ambientale minimo, completando il cerchio e trasformando i rifiuti in risorse per arricchire il suolo e sostenere la biodiversità.
CATIFA CARTA
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FAQ
Who is PaperShell?
PaperShell is a Swedish start-up that was born in 2021 from the idea of the two founding partners, Anders Breitholtz and Mathieu Gustafsson, with the core belief that the solution to the climate crisis and a sustainable management of resources is found in nature.
What is PaperShell?
PaperShell is a composite material based on kraft paper and a biobinder (natural resines), layered and pressed together, to form a thoroughly new material, that carries the name of the company itself: PaperShell. This material is so solid and durable that it can become the shell of a chair, for example, but also components for electronics and automotive, snowboards and much more. Objects we know, but with a completely new impact on the environment. PaperShell dramatically reduces an object's impact on the environment by doing what trees - which PaperShell is derived from - do most naturally: it retains, technically "sequesters", carbon dioxide. The carbon sequestration potential of one kilogram of PaperShell is about 1.5 kilograms of CO2 equivalent. Ultimately PaperShell is a carbon sink, which means that it sequesters more CO2 that it releases during its production process.
How does the final product become resistant?
The final product is the outcome of a molding process that involves a diverse interplay of parameters such as heat, pressure, and humidity. PaperShell provides the strength and comfort essential to Catifa’s now iconic, tridimensional silhouette.
Is the production process sustainable?
The paper used to produce PaperShell is kraft paper. No trees are explicitly cut to produce this, since it is made out of residues from Swedish wood production and timber by-products like sawdust, chips, and branches, which are then processed into the pulp, that is used for PaperShell production. Currently, PaperShell utilizes virgin wood waste for the materials and is investigating the possibility of incorporating recycled paper or alternative sources. Details of water or electric consumption can be found in the PaperShell LCA, downloadable from the PaperShell’s website.
What are the benefits of using PaperShell material instead of FSC wood?
There are two different dimensions. While FSC ensures sustainable forest management, PaperShell targets CO2 sequestration. One thing does not exclude the other: as a matter of fact, while the raw material (kraft paper) is FSC certified, PaperShell is currently finalizing its certification process.
What kind of glue is used to compact the paper?
The shell is crafted without the use of any glue. Each paper sheet is impregnated with water and a natural-based binder, ensuring both structural integrity and environmental friendliness.
How will be Catifa Carta’s end of life managed?
A convenient QR code will accompany each chair, providing comprehensive details on its material composition, maintenance requirements, and proper disposal methods at the end of its lifespan.
The end-of-life management of the product is key to be regenerative and utilize the full carbon potential of PaperShell. When it comes to the end of life of an object, PaperShell material allows for a sustainable alternative to traditional incineration: the pyrolysis process. This burning process happens in absence of oxygen, hence avoiding the production of CO2 that would happen with a standard incineration process. Thanks to pyrolysis, CO2 is no longer released in the atmosphere, instead it remains densely stored in the structure of the material resulting from pyrolysis, called Biochar.
Biochar is made up of up to 90% carbon, which locks CO2 effectively, avoiding its release into the atmosphere. Science has proven that for every ton of carbon stored in biochar, about 3.67 tons of CO2 are prevented from entering the atmosphere. Biochar not only sequesters carbon but also improves soil health and reduces greenhouse gas emissions in comparison to standard incineration practices significantly. As a matter of fact, the key contributions of this project to emission mitigation are two: the avoidance of fossil carbon usage for plastic production through material substitution and the capability to sequester CO2 and store it in the ground. On top of it, another important aspect to take into consideration is the avoidance of emissions generated by the traditional production of soil amendment products.
Are we planning to use this material for additional collections in the future?
The partnership with PaperShell is driven by our commitment to emission reduction and the creation of sustainable products. Catifa Carta represents our initial stride in this journey, and we aspire to extend the use of this eco-friendly material across a wide array of both existing and future products.
IN DEPTH
The use of PaperShell for the shell of Catifa Carta represents a significant product innovation that will enable us to reduce Catifa 53 environmental impact by more than 50 percent. The data below are the result of an internal LCA calculation, which is being validated by a third party. The product’s end-of-life management is critical to realizing the full carbon sequestration potential of PaperShell.
Recycled input materials used
Circularity score of 43% (TECLA Tool), 45.68% renewable materials used
Weight of produced goods
Emission intensity ratio (weight, kg CO2eq/kg): 4.31
BIA(B Impact Assessment)Score
Synesgy ESG rating: B, Open-ES: 86/100
Incidents related to safety
5.4% positive delta of turnover (new hires vs. terminations)