### Luxottica builds a photovoltaic park in Abruzzo
In a move that marks a further step towards sustainability and innovation, EssilorLuxottica announces the realization of an ambitious project in Abruzzo, precisely in Città Sant’Angelo (Pescara), which will see the transformation of industrial land into an advanced photovoltaic park. This initiative not only highlights the group’s commitment to reducing environmental impact but fits perfectly into the company philosophy aimed at circularity and sustainability.
### A cutting-edge photovoltaic system
The beating heart of this project is the new ground-mounted photovoltaic system, the first large-scale managed directly by EssilorLuxottica. With a total power of 20MW distributed over 25 hectares, this solar park promises to be one of the most significant in the Italian renewable energy panorama. The production capacity of the plant is estimated at around 30,000 MWh per year, sufficient to cover the annual energy needs of approximately 10,000 families.
### Environmental benefits and connection with the territory
In addition to energy production, the project involves the creation of a multifunctional green area: spaces dedicated to sporting activities will be flanked by agricultural crops designed to supply fresh products to the company canteens. This synergy between energy production and valorization of the territory represents a virtuous model of how companies can concretely contribute to the well-being of local communities and the environment.
### Integration with production activities
An innovative aspect of the solar park concerns its direct integration with the manufacturing activities of Barberini, a group company specialized in the processing of crystal lenses for glasses. The energy produced by the park will in fact be used mainly to power the production processes of the adjacent factory, thus maximizing the efficiency in the use of renewable resources generated on site.
### Towards complete operational sustainability
The construction of the photovoltaic park is part of a broader strategy by EssilorLuxottica aimed at reducing energy and water consumption through targeted investments in production efficiency. The integration between solar panels installed on the roofs of company buildings and the new ground-based system represents a further step forward towards the group’s energy self-sufficiency, while confirming its commitment to increasingly green operating practices.
In conclusion, as EssilorLuxottica continues to consolidate its leading position in the global optical industry, it does so by looking to the future through significant investments in renewable energy and operational sustainability. The new photovoltaic park in Abruzzo is not only a clear example of the company’s environmental commitment but also a testimony to its innovative capacity in creating positive synergies between industry and nature.
