Italy at Nest 2025

Sustainable Italy is an initiative promoted by the Italian Trade Agency in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in New York.

For the third consecutive year, Italy is proud to take part in the Nest Climate Campus with a dedicated Climate Collective Pavilion, bringing together a select group of Italian companies, institutions, and industry leaders at the forefront of sustainability.

This year’s participation reaffirms Italy’s commitment to environmental innovation, with a strong emphasis on the circular economy, clean technologies, and responsible production models. The pavilion will showcase a dynamic lineup of forward-looking Italian organizations that exemplify the country’s dedication to climate-conscious growth, presenting concrete solutions, cutting-edge technologies, and collaborative initiatives aimed at tackling global climate challenges.

From renewable energy and sustainable manufacturing to smart mobility and eco-friendly materials, the Italian presence offers a cross-sector snapshot of how Italy is actively contributing to a more resilient and regenerative future.

We invite you to visit the Climate Collective Experiential Learning area on the 3rd floor, where participating companies will present their most recent projects and contributions to global sustainability goals. Discover how Italy is transforming environmental ambition into practical, scalable impact.

Italy at Nest 2025

Sustainable Italy is an initiative promoted by the Italian Trade Agency in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in New York.

For the third consecutive year, Italy is proud to take part in the Nest Climate Campus with a dedicated Climate Collective Pavilion, bringing together a select group of Italian companies, institutions, and industry leaders at the forefront of sustainability.

This year’s participation reaffirms Italy’s commitment to environmental innovation, with a strong emphasis on the circular economy, clean technologies, and responsible production models. The pavilion will showcase a dynamic lineup of forward-looking Italian organizations that exemplify the country’s dedication to climate-conscious growth, presenting concrete solutions, cutting-edge technologies, and collaborative initiatives aimed at tackling global climate challenges.

From renewable energy and sustainable manufacturing to smart mobility and eco-friendly materials, the Italian presence offers a cross-sector snapshot of how Italy is actively contributing to a more resilient and regenerative future.

We invite you to visit the Climate Collective Experiential Learning area on the 3rd floor, where participating companies will present their most recent projects and contributions to global sustainability goals. Discover how Italy is transforming environmental ambition into practical, scalable impact.

Italy at Nest 2025

Sustainable Italy is an initiative promoted by the Italian Trade Agency in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in New York.

For the third consecutive year, Italy is proud to take part in the Nest Climate Campus with a dedicated Climate Collective Pavilion, bringing together a select group of Italian companies, institutions, and industry leaders at the forefront of sustainability.

This year’s participation reaffirms Italy’s commitment to environmental innovation, with a strong emphasis on the circular economy, clean technologies, and responsible production models. The pavilion will showcase a dynamic lineup of forward-looking Italian organizations that exemplify the country’s dedication to climate-conscious growth, presenting concrete solutions, cutting-edge technologies, and collaborative initiatives aimed at tackling global climate challenges.

From renewable energy and sustainable manufacturing to smart mobility and eco-friendly materials, the Italian presence offers a cross-sector snapshot of how Italy is actively contributing to a more resilient and regenerative future.

We invite you to visit the Climate Collective Experiential Learning area on the 3rd floor, where participating companies will present their most recent projects and contributions to global sustainability goals. Discover how Italy is transforming environmental ambition into practical, scalable impact.

Italy’s Leadership in the Green Transition: Key Facts

Circular Economy

91.6%
Italy’s total waste recycling rate (municipal & special) — +12 points vs. France, +16 vs. Germany.

20.8%
Italy’s share of secondary raw materials in total use — almost double the EU average (11.8%).

72%
Italy’s total waste recycling rate (all waste) — highest among large EU economies.

70.7%
Italy’s packaging recycling rate — ahead of Germany, France, Spain; above EU average (65.4%).

75%+
Italy’s recycling rate for paper & packaging — among the strongest supply chains in Europe.

2.7%
Italy’s circular activities share of national value added — above EU average (2.3%).

#2
Italy is the second country in Europe for circularity index (after the Netherlands).

Eco-Efficiency & Resource Productivity

€4.3 / kg
Italy’s resource productivity — highest among major EU economies.

€3.6 / kg
Italy’s long-term resource productivity — above EU (€2.2), Germany (€3.0), Spain (€3.1), France (€3.2).

0.12 kg CO₂ / $ GDP
Italy’s carbon intensity — ⅓ of G20 industrial average (0.32).

4,990 kg CO₂
Italy’s per capita emissions from production — below EU (5,965), far below Germany (6,571).

4,990 kg CO₂
Italy’s per capita emissions from production — below EU (5,965), far below Germany (6,571).

Energy Transition & Renewables

43.8%
Italy’s renewable share of electricity demand (H1 2024) — first time surpassing fossil fuels.

+270%
Italy’s installed renewable capacity growth: 20,222 MW (2004) → 74,303 MW (2024).

Top 10
Italy ranks in the global Top 10 for new solar installations (2023).

Jobs & Competitiveness

212,000
Italy’s renewable energy workforce — #2 in Europe.

Italy’s Leadership in the Green Transition: Key Facts

Circular Economy

91.6%
Italy’s total waste recycling rate (municipal & special) — +12 points vs. France, +16 vs. Germany.

20.8%
Italy’s share of secondary raw materials in total use — almost double the EU average (11.8%).

72%
Italy’s total waste recycling rate (all waste) — highest among large EU economies.

70.7%
Italy’s packaging recycling rate — ahead of Germany, France, Spain; above EU average (65.4%).

75%+
Italy’s recycling rate for paper & packaging — among the strongest supply chains in Europe.

2.7%
Italy’s circular activities share of national value added — above EU average (2.3%).

#2
Italy is the second country in Europe for circularity index (after the Netherlands).

Eco-Efficiency & Resource Productivity

€4.3 / kg
Italy’s resource productivity — highest among major EU economies.

€3.6 / kg
Italy’s long-term resource productivity — above EU (€2.2), Germany (€3.0), Spain (€3.1), France (€3.2).

0.12 kg CO₂ / $ GDP
Italy’s carbon intensity — ⅓ of G20 industrial average (0.32).

4,990 kg CO₂
Italy’s per capita emissions from production — below EU (5,965), far below Germany (6,571).

4,990 kg CO₂
Italy’s per capita emissions from production — below EU (5,965), far below Germany (6,571).

Energy Transition & Renewables

43.8%
Italy’s renewable share of electricity demand (H1 2024) — first time surpassing fossil fuels.

+270%
Italy’s installed renewable capacity growth: 20,222 MW (2004) → 74,303 MW (2024).

Top 10
Italy ranks in the global Top 10 for new solar installations (2023).

Jobs & Competitiveness

212,000
Italy’s renewable energy workforce — #2 in Europe.

SAVE THE DATE

Sustainable Italy @
Consulate General of Italy in New York

As part of the Italian participation at the Nest Climate Campus 2025, the Consulate General of Italy in New York in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency is proud to host Sustainable Italy, a high-level networking reception bringing together innovators, investors, institutions, and industry leaders engaged in shaping the future of sustainability.

​Italy is showcasing 13 leading companies and their technologies in clean-tech, circular economy, renewable energy, and digital solutions for climate action.
This presence positions Italy at the heart of one of the world’s most influential events on climate and environment.

September 25 | 17:00 – 20:00 GMT-4
Consulate General of Italy | New York

SAVE THE DATE

Sustainable Italy @
Consulate General of Italy in New York

As part of the Italian participation at the Nest Climate Campus 2025, the Consulate General of Italy in New York in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency is proud to host Sustainable Italy, a high-level networking reception bringing together innovators, investors, institutions, and industry leaders engaged in shaping the future of sustainability.

​Italy is showcasing 13 leading companies and their technologies in clean-tech, circular economy, renewable energy, and digital solutions for climate action.
This presence positions Italy at the heart of one of the world’s most influential events on climate and environment.

September 25 | 17:00 – 20:00 GMT-4
Consulate General of Italy | New York

DOWNLOAD THE PAVILION CATALOG HERE

Find out about all the participating companies! Download the event catalog.

DOWNLOAD THE PAVILION CATALOG HERE

Find out about all the participating companies! Download the event catalog.

DOWNLOAD THE PAVILION CATALOG HERE

Find out about all the participating companies! Download the event catalog.

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