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Sustainable development that meets the demands of today without depleting
the possibilities of tomorrow is the creed behind ÉMI’s activities. The construction
sector is known for its high use of natural resources (raw materials, energy), and
ÉMI’s sustainable development efforts are focused on developing activities that
will result in efficient and reduced energy and material use solutions that work
to counterbalance the high natural energy consumption.
With environmental awareness coming into view, the construction industry has
been engaged in reusing recycled materials in an increasing number of areas
and with an increasing intensity. In this area, ÉMI’s activities focus on recycling
solutions for concrete debris and insulation materials.
ÉMI’s research is centered around environmentally friendly, healthy and safe
solutions, which, from building materials through nuclear and fire protection,
involve the reduction of the adverse effects caused by man and the environment.
ÉMI will actively contribute to the realization of the 3x20% EU objectives by
2020 (reduction of energy consumption and CO2 emissions, increasing the use
of renewable energy).
ÉMI’s dedication towards sustainability and its realization cannot be envisioned
without servicing the needs of the customers or users. People’s quality of life
is strongly linked to the healthy and comfortable design of enclosed and semi-
enclosed spaces.
ÉMI therefore considers it natural to contribute to the creation of a safe, attractive,
environmentally friendly, healthy, comfortable, accessible built environment, by
seeking and developing new concepts, technologies, materials and processes.
Promotingsustainabledevelopment
Servicinguserneeds