Kaisersesch, November 28, 2024 – The CLASSEN has received the coveted Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label for CERAMIN®. This award recognizes CERAMIN one of the most efficient and sustainable solutions for the construction and renovation industry.
CERAMIN a completely PVC-free floor covering made from recycled and recyclable polypropylene (PP). The use of harmless raw materials and energy-efficient production reduce its ecological footprint. The CLASSEN CERAMIN producing CERAMIN in Germany for over ten years and has continuously promoted environmentally friendly innovations in the flooring industry. In addition to Cradle to Cradle certification, CERAMIN has CERAMIN environmental and quality certificates such as the "Blue Angel" eco-label.
Sustainability as a guiding principle
CERAMIN a completely PVC-free floor covering made from recycled and recyclable polypropylene (PP). The use of harmless raw materials and energy-efficient production reduce its ecological footprint. The CLASSEN CERAMIN producing CERAMIN in Germany for over ten years and has continuously promoted environmentally friendly innovations in the flooring industry. In addition to Cradle to Cradle certification, CERAMIN has CERAMIN environmental and quality certificates such as the "Blue Angel" eco-label.
Cradle to Cradle Material Health Certificate
The Cradle to Cradle Certified® Material Health certificate was CERAMIN for CERAMIN in February 2025. The certification has the number 8902 and was carried out by EPEA GmbH – Part of Drees & Sommer as the leading assessment body. It is valid until February 27, 2028, and confirms compliance with the strict, globally recognized material health assessment method of the Cradle to Cradle Certified Product Standard at the bronze level.
Circularity for a better future
The cradle-to-cradle principle aims to design products in such a way that they can be completely recycled without generating waste. CERAMIN of recycled and recyclable polypropylene (PP) and can be reintroduced into the production cycle after its useful life as flooring. Its material properties make it suitable not only for reuse in new floor coverings, but also for use in other products. This contributes to the conservation of resources and supports a sustainable circular economy.
A strong signal for the industry
With Cradle to Cradle Material Health certification, the CLASSEN is sending a strong signal for sustainable innovation in the flooring industry. "This certification is another milestone for our company and shows that sustainable business practices and high-quality product solutions can go hand in hand," explains Sebastian Wendel, responsible for strategic business development at the CLASSEN.
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State Secretary Michael Kellner (2nd from left) listens to Naturwind project manager Stephan Wiggeshoff explain the plans for the Baruth-Mückendorf wind farm. Right: Naturwind Managing Director Bernd Jeske and SPD member of the district parliament Ines Seiler. Photos: EMB
"Energy for Baruth": Michael Kellner praises regional and cross-sector energy supply concept
Michael Kellner, Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection, visited Baruth/Mark yesterday to learn about the local energy supply concept for industry and residents in the Brandenburg municipality. The naturwind group of companies, together with the Classen and other partners, is planning to build a wind farm, a heating network, and a hydrogen plant. The "Energy for Baruth" project pursues a decentralized and holistic approach. It aims to supply industry and residents in the region with electricity and heat. 100 percent of the wind power generated will remain in the region.
"This project is impressive because of its concept. The wind farm secures jobs at Classen also helps to supply heat to the town of Baruth. Concepts like this are crucial to the success of the energy transition," says Michael Kellner. The Classen operates a laminate and fiberboard plant in Baruth. In the future, the plant's electricity needs will be met from renewable sources. "The wind farm will not only supply clean electricity, but also offer a solution for the use of waste heat," says André Hennig, managing director of Fiberboard GmbH, a Classen company. Waste heat from laminate and fiberboard production will be used to supply heat to the neighboring towns of Baruth and Mückendorf. Unavoidable industrial waste heat is equivalent to renewable energy. Residents will thus receive a green heating solution and meet the requirements of the Building Energy Act. "This project is also unique in that it takes a cross-sector approach to municipal heat supply. A heat pump will raise the industrial waste heat to the required temperature level. This requires wind power," explains Stephan Wiggeshoff, project manager for naturwind. EMB Energie Brandenburg GmbH is complementing the project initiators naturwind and Classen in the area of heating. "We are delighted that EMB is contributing its expertise as a regional heat supplier," says Stephan Wiggeshoff. Planning for the heating network is set to begin shortly, as soon as the funding has been approved. The approval process for the wind farm will also start this year. The town of Baruth supports the project and is currently developing a development plan for the Baruth-Mückendorf wind farm. The goal is to start construction in 2026.
The energy concept for Baruth goes even further: The plan is to produce hydrogen locally in order to obtain synthetic fuels or chemical raw materials, such as green methanol for glue production at the laminate and fiberboard plant.
About Naturwind
Naturwind is an experienced renewable energy company dedicated to the development, planning and operation of wind farms. Around 70 employees in the naturwind group of companies also take care of interfaces for the storage of electricity generated from renewable sources and its use in other energy sectors, for example for heat generation, as synthetic fuels or chemical base materials. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and regionality, naturwind is working to create a clean and reliable energy supply for the future. The projects in the state of Brandenburg are managed by naturwind Potsdam.
About EMB
As a regional energy partner, EMB has been supplying almost 145,000 private, commercial and industrial customers in Brandenburg as well as municipal utilities and regional suppliers with gas and green electricity for over 30 years. The company aims to promote the energy and heating transition in the state of Brandenburg. Whether gas, electricity or energy solutions: The aim is for all EMB products and services to be climate-neutral by 2040. As a heating service provider for cities and municipalities, EMB also relies on local cooperation.
State Secretary Michael Kellner (left) is welcomed at the fiberboard plant by Fiberboard Managing Director André Hennig (2nd from right), together with Naturwind Managing Director Bernd Jeske (right) and Project Manager Stephan Wiggeshoff.
