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Petrarch is EPD verified by BRE


Petrarch reconstituted stone rainscreen facades are manufactured predominantly from crushed marble and stone - by-product material which would otherwise go to landfill.


PETRARCH RECONSTITUTED STONE RAINSCREEN CLADDING ACHIEVES EPD VERIFICATION


Petrarch is pleased to announce that Petrarch reconstituted stone rainscreen cladding has achieved EPD certification. This is the very latest standard and is in accordance with the stringent requirements of EN 15804:2012+A2:2019 which stipulate the need for in depth detail regarding product life cycle and sustainable values.


What is BRE’s EPD certification?

BRE’s Environmental Product Declaration verification certificate demonstrates our commitment to the environment and transparency. Essentially an EPD measures the environmental impact of a productthroughout its lifecycle in line with the European standard EN 15804, ISO 14025, and other related international standards. Ultimately this verification empowers our clients to be able to more easily apply for Green Building Schemes and accreditations, such as LEED, BREEAM, etc.


Why is Petrarch Panel’s EPD important?


The fact that Petrarch reconstituted stone rainscreen cladding is now EPD verified underlines further our commitment as a company to support environmentally sustainable manufacturing processes and our dedication to constantly improving the quality of our rainscreen cladding materials. We are very pleased with this latest development and are constantly striving for success.


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