In Turin, old Local Police uniforms are getting a second life thanks to a collaboration with local artisans who received these materials to process, transform, and reintroduce them to the market through the creation of a pilot corridor that treats discarded textiles as resources rather than waste.

The initiative has already led to the recovery of over a thousand garments. Of these, 817 were distributed among 12 upcyclers—local artisans interested in receiving and transforming them. Once all identifying elements were removed, the garments were sent through upcycling processes to bring them back to life by creating something new that could be reused and repurposed.

This valorisation of discarded Local Police uniforms was made possible by a Protocol that allowed for a temporary and experimental derogation from current legislation.

“The experiments launched through RiVestiTo as part of the Climaborough project share the common goal of reducing waste and limiting the use of raw materials and energy. At the same time, they foster a culture of reuse, raising awareness of sustainability and the value of resources, while also offering job opportunities,” said Chiara Foglietta, Councillor for Ecological Transition.

“The issue of illegal waste dumping is strongly felt by the Local Police, which has created a new operational unit, the Environmental Protection Division, dedicated to monitoring, prevention, and enforcement,” emphasised Marco Porcedda, Councillor for Legality and Security. “That’s why we’re proud to have supported the project by donating our decommissioned uniforms, which will gain new life thanks to the creativity and skilled hands of the artisans involved.”

The initiative is now expanding, with the goal of directly involving Turin’s citizens, who will be able to donate their unused textiles to artisans and tailoring shops through September 2025. Textile companies and fabric stores can also participate by donating what, for them, represents waste they are unable to reuse internally.

The experiment is part of RiVestiTo, a project designed by Atelier Riforma, Mercato Circolare, and Huulke, in collaboration with the City of Turin. It is funded by the Horizon Europe Climaborough project, which involves twelve European cities piloting innovative urban planning solutions for the ecological and digital transition toward climate neutrality, as well as two observer cities.

“It was a delicate and important job to study the existing legislation and constantly engage with local authorities,” said Nadia Lambiase, CEO of Mercato Circolare, a project partner. “We’re very satisfied with the agreement reached, and we are confident this trial can pave the way for future experiments capable of redefining the concept of waste.”

In Italy, current law does not allow people to donate their old clothing or textiles to artisans for upcycling. The same goes for unsold or defective items from shops, or company uniforms: they can only be transferred to artisans through a purchase—and even then, they cannot be further processed.

According to the law, “any substance or object which the holder discards or intends or is required to discard” is considered waste, as stated in Article 3 of the Waste Framework Directive 2008/98/EC. Therefore, the mere fact that a private citizen or company wants to dispose of something automatically classifies it as “waste,” which must be managed solely by authorized waste handlers. Artisans and tailors, who are not authorized, can only legally obtain discarded textiles by purchasing them. Unfortunately, this strict interpretation prevents many textiles from being reintroduced into circulation through upcycling.

How does the pilot corridor work?

Citizens, businesses, and retailers can donate their unused clothing or household textiles (e.g., sheets, pillowcases, tablecloths, curtains) to a selected list of artisans, tailors, and local designers, who will then have the opportunity to rework, transform, and circulate them locally.

The list of participating artisans, which is constantly updated, is available online on Mercato Circolare’s website: https://www.mercatocircolare.it/vuoi-donare-i-tuoi-tessili-inutilizzati/. It also indicates which types of materials they are interested in and how to contact them.

To avoid burdening participants with unsuitable materials for their creative work, artisans may partially or fully decline donations—either during initial discussions or after examining the materials. In such cases, it is the donor’s responsibility to dispose of any rejected materials properly.

In the case of production scraps, it is important to draft a written agreement with the company providing the materials.

To join the initiative and be listed as a textile recipient, professionals must email info@atelier-riforma.it with the following information:

• Name of the business/professional

• Location where the textiles can be delivered

• Contact email and/or WhatsApp Business number and/or social media page

• Types of textile materials they wish to receive (if no preference, please specify)

Using a digital form managed by the RiVestiTo team, records will be kept on the quantity and type of textile materials received.

“In this way,” said Elena Ferrero, CEO of Atelier Riforma and project partner, “we want to document the project’s results: the number of stakeholders involved, the volume of intercepted and valorised textiles, and the amount of new textile waste avoided. If the results are positive and significant, the City of Turin could become a best-practice case study to help push for improvements to the regulatory framework in support of circular practices.”

The series created with Futura, the magazine of the “Giorgio Bocca” Master’s in Journalism, continues – offering a fresh perspective on the Torino Social Impact ecosystem through the eyes of young journalists.

In this new article, Mattia Giopp explores the work of Kermasofia: a nonprofit organization that promotes financial education, especially among women, to counter economic violence and foster autonomy.

Read Mattia Giopp’s article on Futura News

The City of Turin has launched a call for expressions of interest for 31 kiosks currently undergoing revocation or forfeiture, with the aim of bringing new life to these urban spaces by turning them into hubs of social interaction, culture, and local enterprise.

The kiosks will be incorporated into the city’s public assets and made available through a participatory process: residents, associations, and entrepreneurial initiatives are invited to submit proposals for economic or social activities aligned with the characteristics and needs of each neighborhood.

The deadline for submitting proposals is September 30. After that, public tenders will be issued to assign temporary surface rights for the kiosks, with the requirement to ensure their maintenance and proper functioning.

Any outstanding debts will remain the responsibility of previous operators. Kiosks that cannot be restored will be demolished as part of a sustainable plan.

This is a concrete opportunity to contribute to the revival of public spaces and take care of our city together.

Read the full call here

Fondazione Compagnia di San Paolo has launched a new Call for Partnerships to identify up to 11 entities or partnerships to co-design initiatives aimed at fostering broader and more inclusive participation across five specific areas: cultural participation, scientific citizenship, information and citizenship, participatory planning, and active participation in public space.

The initiative is part of the 2025–2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan and is open to a wide range of national actors: third sector organizations, institutions, partnership networks, and profit-oriented entities.

The objective is to more effectively reach communities and territories that have so far had fewer opportunities to access cultural and democratic life, by strengthening competencies and leveraging resources through collaboration and mutual trust.

Read the full call

Developing an impact measurement model to enhance real estate assets and regenerate the city.

This is the goal of an innovative idea that, once structured, could redefine the use of countless empty shells.

Acquiring a public space for projects with social value generates a collective economic return. Can it be measured? In Turin, thanks to a pilot initiative promoted by the City of Turin, the Turin Chamber of Commerce, Fondazione Compagnia di San Paolo, and Cevis – Center for Impact Evaluation, the answer is yes. A pioneering assessment mechanism, unique in Italy, has been created within the Torino Social Impact ecosystem.

The sixth stage of the “Journey into Social Impact” with Vita takes us to discover this groundbreaking project.

Read the article by Daria Capitani on Vita.

She’s Next is an initiative promoted by Visa Europe Limited and RCS Mediagroup S.p.A. to support and celebrate women’s entrepreneurship in Italy. The goal is to select 5 deserving female entrepreneurs who have stood out for innovation and their contribution to the Italian economy, particularly in the post-Covid period.

Fondazione Giacomo Brodolini is participating as a partner of Impact 2026, the social procurement initiative promoted by Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 to make the Olympic Games more inclusive and sustainable. For this reason, this edition of She’s Next includes two special awards focused on Sport and Inclusion.

Why apply?
She’s Next offers women entrepreneurs the opportunity to:

• Receive financial support in the form of goods and services worth up to €10,000 to develop a strategic project for their business.

• Gain visibility through major platforms such as Corriere della Sera, iO Donna, and prominent social media channels.

• Connect with a network of outstanding women entrepreneurs, experts, and stakeholders at the Il Tempo delle Donne Festival (Milan, 12–14 September 2025).

How many winners will there be?
At the end of the selection process, 5 women entrepreneurs will be awarded:

• 2 winners from any sector

• 2 winners in the sports sector

• 1 winner in the social sector

Who can apply?
Applications are open to women entrepreneurs residing in Italy who own a VAT-registered business or company with no more than 10 employees, a turnover of up to €2 million, and an active digital presence (website, e-commerce, or social media profiles). An electronic payment system is also required.

How to apply?

To apply:

• Register at www.shesnext.it by 27 July 2025

• Complete the online application form

• Submit:

  • A short video presentation (max 3 minutes)

  • A CV or biography (max 2 pages)

  • A description of the business project to be developed (max 20 pages/slides)

  • An up-to-date company registration certificate (visura camerale)

For full details, please consult the official rules at https://shesnext.corriere.it/ or contact us at impact2026@fondazionebrodolini.eu

Don’t miss this chance to energize your business and share your story!

The crowdfunding campaign launched by the Museo Piemontese dell’Informatica (MuPIn) is officially online, with the support of the Fondazione Sviluppo e Crescita CRT. The aim is to sustain and expand the reach of Ada Lovelace Day—an initiative that has promoted the role of women in science and technology for over a decade.

Launched on the Eppela platform, the campaign marks a turning point in the history of the initiative: for the first time, it opens to public participation, giving everyone the chance to actively support a cultural and educational project that seeks to reshape the narrative of STEM through equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

A campaign that doubles the value of your contribution

This crowdfunding campaign is strategic: if we succeed in raising €5,000 from the public, Fondazione Sviluppo e Crescita CRT will match the amount with an additional €5,000. This will significantly amplify the impact of the initiative. The foundation’s support is activated only if the €5,000 goal is reached and serves as a powerful catalyst to bring the project to more schools, neighbourhoods, and cultural contexts that are currently underserved. Every donation brings us closer not only to the fundraising target, but to the concrete possibility of expanding access to scientific and technological knowledge, offering real opportunities to those who need them most.

Why this campaign matters

Ada Lovelace Day, active in Italy since 2012 thanks to MuPIn’s commitment, is much more than a celebration: it is a tool for inspiration, engagement, and transformation. With this crowdfunding campaign, we aim to strengthen this role by making the initiative even more widespread and accessible. The funds raised will allow us to:

• Offer free coding, logic, and robotics workshops in schools with limited access

• Launch mentorship programs to support girls in their first steps in the STEM world

• Produce podcasts, videos, and educational materials accessible nationwide

• Organise travelling exhibitions highlighting female figures in science and technology

An opportunity to act together

Supporting this campaign means choosing to invest in a more equitable future—one where girls and young women can see themselves in the languages of science, technology, and innovation. It also means contributing to the creation of more inclusive learning environments and bringing new opportunities to often-overlooked communities.

Participation in the campaign is accompanied by symbolic and material rewards, including free access to the museum, exclusive digital content, the official t-shirt, a certificate of participation, and recognition as a patron of knowledge.

Donate now. Turn your contribution into a real opportunity
The campaign is active until August 8, 2025. You can participate here!

“Building Happiness. Explorations on the happiness of spaces” is the new book by Fondazione per l’architettura di Torino, published by Franco Angeli, and presented in a national preview on Tuesday, July 8 at Circolo Esperia in Turin. The book will be available in bookstores and online starting in September, and it stems from a question as simple as it is revolutionary: “Where does happiness live?”

The result of a year-long research journey, the volume gathers visions, experiences, and diverse contributions — from architects and urban planners to philosophers, sociologists, economists, activists, writers, and citizens — to explore the relationship between space and well-being. Through projects, quotes, drawings, photos, and narrative dialogues, the book offers a cross-disciplinary approach that speaks to different audiences and provides insights and tools useful both for design practice and everyday life.

“We believe happiness is a key indicator of people’s health and a territory’s attractiveness,” says Gabriella Gedda, President of the Foundation. “Building Happiness is an invitation to consider happiness as a concrete lever to regenerate the urban environment and build more inclusive, welcoming cities that respond to the deeper needs of those who inhabit them.”

A multidisciplinary and collective work, because — as Eleonora Gerbotto, Director of the Foundation, points out — “Happiness has many faces, like a diamond. And from this multiplicity, a shared truth emerges: we all long for a space where we can thrive. With Building Happiness we chose not to simplify, embracing different voices and complex imaginaries. Because designing for happiness means inhabiting complexity and recognizing plurality as a resource.”

By integrating architectural, neuroscientific, philosophical, economic, and social perspectives, the book highlights how the built environment directly affects emotional experience. It’s not just about creating pleasant or functional spaces, but about designing environments that meet people’s emotional needs, fostering psychological and social flourishing. In this sense, Building Happiness is an invitation to rethink design through the emotions that space can evoke.

Eight Relational Figures to Inhabit Space

At the heart of the volume are eight “relational figures”: spatial metaphors that help us understand the human-space relationship. They are not rigid formulas, but interpretive keys drawn from disciplines, life experiences, and personal narratives. Refuge, stair, roof, wall, threshold, street, square, and garden do not refer to architectural forms per se, but to different — and complementary — ways of inhabiting the world. No single figure captures the full complexity of space, and each space can contain more than one.

To explore the space-well-being link quantitatively, the Foundation also launched a survey, engaging 747 people. The aim was to collect perceptions and stories related to everyday places. One finding stood out clearly: 85.5% of respondents believe that the characteristics of space directly affect their mood.

Data That Speak of Well-being

We asked people to answer the question, “Where does your happiness live?” The qualitative and quantitative data collected intertwine with the eight relational figures, creating an open and diverse map of the spaces that make us feel good.

Family and social relationships represent the “happy place” for about 25% of respondents aged 26–65. This dimension is embodied by the figure of the square, a symbol of connection and collective participation. Nature follows, cited by 21.42% of the sample as a space of well-being. This environment is recognized across all age groups and is often associated with the roof — evoking protection and perspective — or the stair, a metaphor for introspection and inner exploration.

The home continues to play a central role in happiness, especially for its emotional and protective value. It is mentioned by 11.78% of respondents and linked to the refuge figure, which expresses a deep need for shelter and safety.

The youngest respondents (<18 years) tend to favor the street, cited by almost 30% of them. This figure represents identity formation, self-discovery, movement, and the exploration of passions. Other participants referred to the threshold, a space of change and openness to the unexpected, or to the garden, a place of creativity and desire translated into planning — metaphors that reflect a dynamic, future-oriented idea of happiness.

A small percentage of the sample did not indicate a specific place, confirming the fluid and subjective nature of happiness, which resists any attempt at definitive classification.

In this new episode of Bench-Mark, Davide Sanmartino – founder of Sand S.r.l. – explains how each green space installation can highlight the identity and history of a place, enriching both the setting and those who pass through it.

Interview by Francesco Antonioli.

Watch all other episodes of Bench-Mark here.

The series created in collaboration with Futura, the magazine of the “Giorgio Bocca” Master’s in Journalism, continues. Through the eyes of young journalists, it explores the ecosystem of Torino Social Impact.

In this article, Virginia Platini takes us to Fonderie Ozanam and the bistrot Qui da noi, where inclusion happens through work: cooking, pizza-making, and pastry courses for disadvantaged youth, people with disabilities, and unaccompanied foreign minors.

A project that looks to the future, with deep roots in the community.

📖 Read the article by Virginia Platini on Futura News.

Launched in 2024 by the Italian National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN) and the Incubator of Politecnico di Torino (I3P), the Cybersecurity Incubation Program is a path of entrepreneurial accompaniment entirely dedicated to supporting young innovative companies which are active in the field of cybersecurity.

The initiative, created in collaboration with partners Leonardo S.p.A. and C*Sparks, has already selected four young companies to enter the program, but applications will remain open until the next cut-off date of July 7, 2025, to join the second batch of supported start-ups.

The first selected companies

The initiative is aimed at companies that have been established for less than 5 years, are registered in the Italian Business Register, are based in Italy and have one or more projects in the field of cybersecurity in line with the priorities identified by ACN’s Research & Innovation Agenda, particularly those using technologies such as data science, artificial intelligence, robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, quantum computing or cryptography. Included in this framework are the first four young companies admitted into the program: LevelQuantum, Mulini, Osmium Italy and Synchropal.

LevelQuantum offers cybersecurity solutions based on quantum technology. The start-up, founded in 2022 in Milan, Italy, develops encryption technologies that exploit the laws of quantum physics to make communications resistant to cyber attacks, whether by wire or through satellites. Due to the innovative value of its project, the company has already been selected in the ESA BIC Turin incubation program, also run by I3P, and in the Defense Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA), managed by NATO.

Young Turin-based company Mulini develops solutions for security and cyber attack prevention of IoT devices, combining real-world device testbeds with artificial intelligence (AI) models that can detect threats in real time to protect devices and ensure high security standards. Mulini’s solutions are based on years of extensive research and contributions to open source products in security, privacy and auditing tools for the consumer, industrial and medical sectors.

Born in 2020 in Spain and incorporated in Italy in 2023, Osmium Italy offers cybersecurity solutions for the aerospace industry: it develops systems and services to secure communications and critical infrastructure for space missions and make satellite communications more secure and independent. An alumni of ESA BIC Turin, the start-up plays an important role in international projects and participates in European-level initiatives such as the EU Space Information Sharing Analysis Centre (ISAC), of which it is one of the founding companies.

Piedmont-based start-up Synchropal develops devices to detect and prevent drone cyber attack threats, such as spoofing and jamming. Specifically, the solution developed by the young company offers accurate and attack-resistant drone tracking and timing by combining independent sources of positioning, such as GNSS signals and ADS-B messages, with proprietary data processing algorithms. Synchropal has also successfully completed its growth path in ESA BIC Turin.

The call for start-ups

I3P is among the official operators of the Cyber Innovation Network, designed by ACN and aimed at supporting the development of start-ups and facilitating the transfer and exploitation of applied research results, according to the goals of the National Cybersecurity Strategy 2022-2026.

The Cybersecurity Incubation Program offers a 12-month incubation path, tailor-made for start-ups operating in the cybersecurity sector, which includes entrepreneurial development activities – among which: customer discovery, business planning, support for team growth, IP protection strategies, assistance in the search for investors – and the possibility of receiving a non-repayable financial contribution of €50,000 from ACN.

In addition, the Leonardo group, through its Cyber & Security Solutions division, offers technical training, mentoring and the opportunity to evaluate the realisation of a Proof-of-Concept (PoC) with its experts, while C*Sparks offers support in the strategic and operational orientation of projects to increase fundraising opportunities.

The program’s call for start-ups is permanently open, but has periodic cut-off dates, such as the next one of Monday, July 7, 2025, after which applications received will be reviewed and processed. In order to apply to join the Cybersecurity Incubation Program, start-ups have to write an e-mail to the dedicated address cybersecurity@i3p.it. The application documents for the call are available for download from the incubation path’s page on the I3P website for preliminary consultation by interested parties: fillable versions of the forms will be provided via email to the young companies interested to apply their project.

On July 2nd, from 10:15 AM to 1:45 PM (CET), the online event More than a joke will explore the role of humor under authoritarian regimes: between censorship, memory, and freedom of expression.

The event is part of the European project MENTOR, which investigates how satire, comics, theatre, and irony become political and cultural tools in repressive contexts.

Researchers, artists, and educators from across Europe will share reflections, case studies, and practices.

Participation is free upon registration at the link.

In this episode of Bench-Mark, Ivano Viotto, co-founder of Barriera Design District, shares the challenge of a project that aims to bring a new perspective and narrative to North Turin. The initiative seeks to unite the energy of existing local organizations and overcome the preconceptions surrounding this strategic and valuable area of the city.

Interview by Francesco Antonioli.

Watch the other episodes of Bench-Mark here.

Innovation and sustainability. Discover the startups of Impact Hub

A journey through startups, digital markets, and social enterprise: Impact Hub featured on Futura News

The first article of the new collaboration between Torino Social Impact and Futura News – the magazine of the “Giorgio Bocca” Master’s in Journalism – takes us inside the world of Impact Hub Torino.
From incubating sustainable businesses to digitizing local markets and offering mentorship paths, the piece offers a lively and dynamic snapshot of social innovation in the area.

The column aims to explore the Torino Social Impact ecosystem through the critical, fresh, and passionate lens of young journalists in training.

Read the article by Lorenzo Borghero on Futura News.

Artificial intelligence and strategic consulting to support Italian companies in ESG challenges: the partnership with Danish firm Evolve Solutions begins.

Amapola, an Italian consultancy specialized in sustainability, taking part in Torino Social Impact, announces a strategic partnership with Evolve Solutions, the Danish tech company behind E-V-E AI Compliance Manager — an intelligent platform designed to simplify and enhance corporate reporting processes in line with the latest regulations and emerging international standards.

With this agreement, the Italian market gains access to an advanced tool that combines the efficiency of automated analysis with the strategic insight of expert consultancy. This integrated approach addresses the growing need for regulatory alignment, information clarity, and comparability across companies.

The need for better reporting, today

E-V-E AI Compliance Manager is an analysis system that processes hundreds of metrics and parameters — from regulatory developments introduced by the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) to indicators related to cybersecurity, risk management, and the simplified VSME standards tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises. While still relatively unknown in much of Europe, these standards are becoming increasingly strategic for the future of sustainability reporting.

The platform offers a clear snapshot of a company’s current compliance status and areas for improvement, automating the comparison with regulatory requirements. Where technology detects, organizes, and classifies, consultancy interprets: the machine provides an objective and consistent first assessment, drastically reducing the time and resources usually required. Amapola complements this with the human expertise needed to turn results into decisions — from building compliance roadmaps to defining materiality and supporting stakeholder engagement and strategic communication.

Tangible benefits, European vision

E-V-E enables Italian companies to assess their compliance levels in a structured way, benchmark against European standards (ESRS and VSME), and compare their performance with peers in the same sector or geographical area. It’s not just about automation: it’s a tool that strengthens governance, improves reporting quality, and provides clear guidance on what actions to take.

We chose E-V-E because it blends methodological rigour with flexibility, technical accuracy with strategic perspective, says Luca Valpreda, founder of Amapola. It’s a system capable of mapping both ESRS and VSME in a structured way, offering practical solutions for very different needs. This makes it ideal not only for companies already subject to reporting obligations, but also for those who want to prepare with intention and foresight. Together, we can turn a complex compliance requirement into a clear, integrated, and continuously improving process.

Compliance today is not just about ticking boxes — it’s about understanding where you stand and adapting quickly to a changing landscape,” adds Anders Søborg, Co-CEO of Evolve. With E-V-E, we want to make this process more transparent, more accessible, and more intelligent. Companies need a tool that simplifies technical work while reinforcing strategic thinking. That’s exactly what E-V-E does: it measures, benchmarks, and guides. Together with local partners like Amapola, we make this approach both tangible and tailored.

Technology meets a culture of sustainability

In a context shaped by regulatory pressure and rising ESG expectations, Amapola strengthens its role as a partner for organizations aiming to navigate the new sustainability reporting era with awareness and effective tools.

By integrating E-V-E AI Compliance Manager into its ecosystem, Amapola expands its integrated offering — introducing a reliable, action-oriented international solution to the Italian market, ready to address the complexity of evolving standards, meet corporate needs, and align with stakeholder expectations.

Amapola, the consultancy firm specializing in sustainability since 2009, part of Torino Social Impact network, takes another step forward in its growth journey: Daniela Bianchi begins a strategic collaboration with the company as a senior consultant. This marks the consolidation of an already established relationship, having worked together on major national infrastructure projects. In these contexts, she has played a key role in enhancing dialogue among businesses, institutions, and communities, through a systemic and relational approach that values trust-building and contextual understanding.

Her involvement brings a dual enhancement to Amapola: on one hand, her entry into the “Special Projects” area, where she contributes her expertise in complex decision-making processes; on the other, a strengthening of Amapola’s positioning in Rome and the Central-Southern regions of Italy, thanks to her in-depth knowledge of local dynamics and institutional frameworks.

A key figure among institutions, businesses, and communities

Daniela Bianchi, currently Secretary General of FERPI, is a recognized expert in institutional relations, sustainable governance, and the management of socially impactful, complex projects. As a former Regional Councillor for Lazio, she promoted progressive policies on sustainable economic development and culture, leading participatory processes and public debates. She has managed ESG transformation projects in the financial sector, held leadership roles in the Third Sector, and teaches at several university master’s programs. She is also a published author.

At Amapola, she focuses on institutional intelligence and socio-territorial consulting, with a particular emphasis on participatory processes and sustainability initiatives.

A key element in Amapola’s growth strategy

With Daniela Bianchi’s collaboration, Amapola continues a path of consistent and robust development, which in recent months has seen the addition of new professionals and the opening of new positions. This steady growth is driven by a team enriched with complementary skills and perspectives, aiming to solidify Amapola’s presence across the national territory.

Working with Daniela, notes Amapola founder Luca Valpreda, is a crucial step in laying the foundation for a strategic presence in Rome, which will serve the steadily growing clientele in Central and Southern Italy. It’s a beautiful and demanding challenge, and Daniela is the right professional for it, with her strong expertise and long-standing experience. Her ability to understand contexts, build connections, and activate change processes will be vital to our continued growth with both vision and local grounding.

Working with the Amapola team, I have come to appreciate an approach that combines technical expertise, relational capacity, and attentive listening, all driven by a strategic vision that goes beyond traditional consulting, says Daniela Bianchi. In a time when sustainability calls for increasingly integrated approaches and shared responsibility among all system actors, this collaboration offers the ideal setting to develop innovative frameworks and solutions to face our collective challenges.

Thursday, June 26: the first Zoom webinar hosted by the new business network to explore sustainability and energy efficiency

Facing ESG challenges today means navigating an increasingly complex landscape where environmental, social, and governance issues intersect with business goals and tightening regulations. It is within this context that A3i – Energia alla sostenibilità was founded: a business network bringing together Amapola, a consulting firm specializing in sustainability and communication and part of Torino Social Impact, and 3i Efficientamento Energetico, part of the 3i Group, which has been active in the engineering sector since 1984.

A3i offers companies concrete, integrated support in managing and reporting on sustainability by merging the strategic, technical, and communication skills of both organizations. It’s a value accelerator designed to tackle ESG challenges from every angle.

Integrated, simplified consulting

At the heart of A3i lies a shared belief: sustainability isn’t a bureaucratic exercise but a key driver of growth and innovation. For ESG transformation to be truly effective, it must be tailored, multidisciplinary, and results-oriented—combining technical analysis, long-term strategic vision, and strong stakeholder engagement.

The network draws on over 15 years of sustainability experience and 40 years of engineering know-how, with a team of 70 professionals in ESG, energy management, legal affairs, and communication. Together, they support over 200 clients each year.

3i EE contributes deep technical and engineering expertise, especially in the environmental and energy sectors, honed through work with businesses of all sizes. Amapola, active since 2009, brings strategic design and communication capabilities, led by professionals who have been working on sustainability issues since the 1990s—long before they entered the mainstream.

Sustainability tailored to business needs

Together, these two benefit corporations provide a platform of complementary expertise to guide companies along structured sustainability paths—from ESG reporting to emission reduction, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement. But their real added value lies in their in-depth knowledge of business realities, gained through hands-on work, which translates into actionable strategies, measurable results, improved internal processes, and more efficient, sustainable resource management.

Thursday, June 26: A3i’s first webinar on sustainability and energy efficiency

The convergence of sustainability and energy efficiency will take center stage in A3i’s upcoming webinar.

Titled “Sustainability and Energy Efficiency: Data, Impacts, Strategies”, the event will take place live on Zoom at 12:00 PM on Thursday, June 26. It will feature a practical conversation between Giulia Devani, A3i President and Amapola’s Reporting Lead, and Gianluca Gualco, A3i Board Member and Partner at 3i EE.

In just 35 minutes, they will explore key challenges and opportunities for companies pursuing ESG evolution:

• How to align energy and sustainability goals within a coherent, measurable business strategy;

• What agile tools—like Flash Audits and ESG Assessments—can support data analysis and strategic decisions;

• Common pitfalls to avoid and real-world benefits of an integrated approach.

Register for the webinar here