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Selected certifications: Certyfikat European Level by FEMB – a pan-European certification system designed to provide the most open and transparent means of assessing and communicating the environmental and social impact of furniture products. In 2021 and 2023, a group of our products successfully passed another demanding assessment process and was awarded a new LEVEL certificate. The LEVEL audit and assessment covers not only the selection of materials used in the products and the manufacturing process, but also the company’s social responsibility, energy consumption and the impact of the chemical ingredients used on the environment and people. It takes account of European legislation, the principles of green public procurement and the EU circular economy guidelines. In all the categories submitted, our products achieved the highest level of compliance, i.e. LEVEL 3. Blue Angel – the oldest and best-known eco-certificate in the world, focused especially on the environmental impact of the processing of rawmaterials and the production of goods. Blue Angel is an environmental signal which lets the consumer know which products are environmentally high-quality and promote environmentally conscious consumption. Products with this label have extremely low emission levels, ensuring a healthy indoor climate. This is extremely important for users who focus on the sustainability of the products used as well as on health-related safety. Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) – is an international not-for-profit organisation for the certification of forests and products containing wood or wood-based material. The FSC® certificate is a reliable confirmation that these materials have been sourced from responsibly managed forests and other controlled sources, with respect for social and environ- mental aspects. Selected product lines in our price list offer are FSC® certified. PEFC – is an international non-profit organisation which aims to promote responsible forest management through independent third-party certification. Currently, PEFC includes certification systems respected in more than 30 countries. In total, they are responsible for the certification of more than 275 million hectares of forest. Kusch+Co has several PEFC-certified product lines in its offer. Möbelfakta – a certificate awarded to products that meet high standards in terms of sustainability and safety, environmental care and social responsibility. It is one of the most respected standards on the Scandinavian market. The basic criteria for assessing furniture include requirements in three areas: quality, environment and social responsibility as well as a responsible supply chain. The first Nowy Styl product line was awarded this certificate in early May 2022, followed by other two in 2023. The full list of certificates awarded can be found in the index at the end of the publication. Click to read more 50 Table of contents