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Chancing the world
one pair of soles at a time

SUSTAINABILITY

At Vapesol, the concern for sustainability is continuously reflected in the innovative products that we present to the markets.

Vapesol has strengthened its position as a reference in the footwear components sector, affirming a solid commitment to environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and excellence in production processes.

Management Certifications

As a result of strategic investments and the adoption of best practices, Vapesol holds several internationally recognized certifications:

• ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management System, demonstrating a commitment to environmental protection and strict compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

• ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System, focused on continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

• In implementation: ISO 50001:2019 – Energy Management, aimed at optimizing energy performance, reducing emissions, and increasing resource efficiency.

Recycled Product Certifications

A pioneer in circular economy practices within the sector, Vapesol was the first Portuguese outsole manufacturer to obtain:

• GRS – Global Recycled Standard: for TR and TPU outsoles.

It has also obtained:

• RCS – Recycled Claim Standard: for TR, TPU, and EVA outsoles.

These certifications ensure that products:

• Contain at least 5% pre-consumer recycled material, potentially reaching up to 100%;

• Promote material circularity and extend product life cycles;

• Meet the growing demands for sustainability and traceability from major international brands.

DONT DELETE

Taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which i enjoy with my whole.

ENERGY

Sustainability goes far beyond the use of renewable energies, other actions have also contributed to building a true organizational culture of environmental preservation. Vapesol installed an electricity production unit with 1734 photovoltaic panels for self-consumption and started to acquire energy produced almost entirely from renewable sources. In the pursuit of efficient energy management, processes are fully associated with sustainability and good environmental practices, which include investments in rationalization measures and more efficient management of consumption, such as through the use of natural light with light tiles, LED lighting low consumption and modern and energy efficient equipment.

WATER

The production process at Vapesol uses water in a closed circuit recirculation regime, as the cooling systems of the injection machines are installed to reduce water consumption as much as possible. The company also has faucets with sensors for flow reduction and employees are continually made aware of the rational use of water

ATMOSPHERIC EMISSIONS

Vapesol has suction and treatment systems for potential atmospheric pollutants that are regularly monitored. The chimneys meet all requirements ensuring that there is no release of pollution into the atmosphere.

WASTE

At Vapesol, the hierarchical principles of waste management are applied. Whether in the production process by reducing, optimizing consumption and reusing raw materials and other materials. When it is not possible to prolong the life cycle and the use of certain resources, these are properly segregated and sent for recovery and recycling.

PACKAGING AND SHIPMENT

Vapesol continuously optimises the packaging of its products. Recycled cardboard boxes are used, transported after automatic palletisation with plastic film. This equipment has reduced the consumption of packaging plastic by around 80%.

The use of packaging and vehicles to their maximum capacity, combined with the optimisation of distribution routes, contributes to more efficient fuel consumption management and reduced CO2 emissions.

Vapesol also collects the cardboard boxes used to package our products from its customers, with the objective of giving them a second use, extending the life cycle of the packaging as far as possible.

Sustainability Report

Sustainability Report Vapesol 2024
In order to continue marking its commitment to environmental, social and economic responsibility, Vapesol presents its second Sustainability Report, which includes ESG information for the period from 1 January to 31 December 2024. This report was prepared in accordance with GRI Guidelines. Its content was verified and validated by Vapesol’s Management.

See report

Sustainable Products

The investment in the production of biodegradable soles and soles with recyclable compounds only reinforced Vapesol growing strategy to defend environmental sustainability and the circular economy.

The VP SUSTAINABLE brand soles bring together products made of materials:

Bio-based or bioplastic

Such as soles made from corn, cellulose or sugar cane.

Biodegradable

Soles made from materials classified as biodegradable according to ASTM D5511.

Recycled

Soles composed of recovered, reused and recycled raw material.

Others

Other brands owned by Vapesol are VP NATURAL which include cork soles.