Sustainability first for Willemen Infra: CSC gold for concrete and platinum for recycling

Willemen Infra's continuous sustainability efforts have been rewarded with CSC certification for our concrete plants and recycling sites. The Concrete Sustainability Council (CSC) certificate is an internationally recognized certification that promotes sustainability in the concrete industry. For all our concrete plants we obtained CSC Gold, for our recycling sites we obtained CSC Platinum, the highest recognition and immediately a first for Belgium.

The CSC system evaluates the sustainability performance of concrete manufacturers based on several criteria, including environmental performance, social commitment, economic responsibility and the use of sustainable raw materials. When a company is awarded CSC certification, it demonstrates the organization's commitment to sustainable practices in the production of concrete. Certification can have different levels, including bronze, silver, gold and platinum, with higher levels indicating a greater commitment to sustainability. Achieving CSC certification is an important step for companies to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable construction industry.

"We are delighted and proud that Willemen Infra has today achieved significant milestones. Our commitment to ecological responsibility has resulted - after a thorough external audit by SGS Intron - in the achievement of the gold CSC label for all our concrete plants and the remarkable platinum label for our recycling centers. This means that we not only meet, but even excel in the highest standards of sustainability in Belgium" says Joris De Kesel, General Manager Willemen Infra.

Gold for concrete plants: a recognition of dedication

"The gold CSC label for our concrete plants is a reflection of the dedication we show in every aspect of our concrete production. Our efforts throughout the production process - from choosing sustainable raw materials to optimizing production processes for energy efficiency - have led to this wonderful recognition. Our concrete plants are now recognized as leaders in sustainability in the construction industry" said Dirk Christianen, director of production and recycling.

Platinum for recycling centers: a first in Belgium

"We not only meet the highest standards, we exceed them" continues Dirk. "For our recycling sites, we were awarded the platinum CSC label. We are the first in Belgium to achieve this highest recognition for sustainability in the recycling sector. This not only attests to our commitment to sustainable recycling practices, but also makes us pioneers in this field."

Building a sustainable future together

"At the end of December 2023, Willemen Infra also received the CO2 Performance Ladder level 5 certificate. This means that we do not only work on our own direct CO2 emissions, but also on all our indirect scope 3 emissions" says Franky Van den Berghe, sustainability manager Willemen Groep. "To achieve level 5, a company not only works on its own emissions, but also on those of the entire sector chain. The certificate is fully in line with Willemen Groep's CO2 reduction plan".

"These certifications are not an endpoint, but rather an incentive to continue our sustainability efforts. They emphasize that we are not only building infrastructures, but a more sustainable future. Our commitment to innovation, environmental awareness and social responsibility has brought us to where we are today. Our ultimate goal is to help build a better world climate neutrally" concludes Franky.