Sustainability - Route 3

Route 3: We work towards a fully sustainable portfolio

To ensure sustainable living, 100% of our portfolio must meet a series of fundamental sustainability criteria across all three dimensions: environmental, social, and governance – in line with emerging regulations and frameworks on ‘Safe and Sustainable by Design’.

In addition, we aim to ensure that some of our products meet one or more advanced sustainability criteria within 3 specialized categories: 

Making materials matter: We increasingly replace virgin materials with bio-circular, recycled and low-carbon alternatives.
Engineering for impact: We engineer smart, resource-saving products that enhance wellbeing, are built to last, and are easy to repair or reuse.
Closing the loop: We aim to make everything fully recyclable, with take-back programs to close the loop

Why does it matter?

Climate change and resource scarcity demand a shift from traditional linear models to a sustainable economy. By maximizing the value of materials across multiple lifecycles and ensuring sustainable end-of-life, we reduce resource use, waste, and emissions. This approach fosters environmental sustainability, drives innovation, and supports economic growth and job creation.

What are we aiming for?

by 2030 we will use at least 50% recycled or renewable raw materials in our production

by 2030 we will only offer 100% recyclable flooring solutions

Where do we stand?

The share of renewable or recycled materials used was 6,4% in 2024
We assessed our full portfolio: within our flooring solution offer, where we face a bigger challenge 42% of our products can be considered recyclable, while we reach 82% if we include all the products we manufacture.

Closing the loop

We have also succeeded in keeping valuable materials away from landfills or incineration by focusing on design for circularity and by setting up take-back systems. Some examples: our take-back system for cushion vinyl ReLive or our event carpet Rewind of which more than double was collected and recycled in 2023 compared to 2022.

#Recycled and renewable raw materials

Collaborating to innovate vinyl recycling for a circular future

Flexible vinyl is a particularly strong type of material, few other materials are as versatile, durable, reliable and yet as flexible. However, it has been proven difficult to incorporate recycled content in flexible vinyl applications. That's why the DISSOLV project was initiated. This project aims to increase recycled components in flexible vinyl applications by replacing some of its virgin components, such as PVC resin, polyester fibers, fillers, and plasticizers, with recycled materials.

Weaving sustainability from yarn to yard

B.I.G. is on course to achieve a zero environmental footprint by 2030. That is right, zero. To make this journey more tangible, we would like to offer you a passenger’s seat from which you will be able to really get up close and immerse yourself in our various sustainability projects. In this edition: Weaving sustainability from yarn to yard.

Twilight: the first vinyl flooring for your home with 100% biocircular attributed PVC

Crafted from PVC derived from 100% biocircular attributed resources, Twilight not only delivers stunning aesthetics but also champions environmental sustainability with a remarkable 40% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to our similar products. Embracing our commitment to healthier indoor environments, Twilight features low VOC lacquer and antibacterial properties, ensuring a space that prioritizes well-being. What sets Twilight apart is its ability to seamlessly integrate nature indoors, fostering tranquil living spaces through our curated selection of 10 biophilic designs.

Rewind: The ultimate recyclable flooring solution

Produced using zero latex, zero water and with just a fraction of energy use - Rewind delivers significantly lower carbon emissions for healthier high-traffic spaces.

And just like in nature, not a single fibre goes to waste. Rewind is made from only one material, so every carpet can be easily recycled and given a new life.

Rethink. Reinvent. Rewind.