PALADEX pipes

Minimum Environmental Criteria (CAM)

The PALADEX pipe complies with the Minimum Environmental Criteria (CAM) and contains at least 30% by weight of certified recycled plastic: its use earns additional points in public tenders.

PALADEX pipes being laid on site

The Minimum Environmental Criteria

The Minimum Environmental Criteria (CAM) are the environmental requirements defined for the stages of the public administration procurement process, in order to select the best solution in environmental terms across the entire life cycle. They are adopted by decree of the Italian Ministry of the Environment and their application is mandatory for all contracting authorities.

Certified recycled material

The plastic component of PALADEX pipes contains at least 30% by weight of recycled material from industrial waste or separate collection. The recycled content is certified under the ReMade in Italy scheme.

Evaluation factors

  • Ease of disassembly
  • Recovered or recycled material
  • Specific criteria for building components
  • Collection, treatment and reuse of stormwater
  • Excavation and backfilling
  • Award criteria and improved design performance
  • Inclusion in regional price lists, DEI, ANAS and RFI