From Lightweight to Low-Impact Façades
EQUITONE fibre cement panels go beyond durability, they support low embodied carbon, modular construction, and sustainable façade design. Discover how our ventilated façade systems enable circularity, energy efficiency, and design freedom for long-lasting architectural impact.
Voices Driving EQUITONE’s Circular Future
At EQUITONE, circular design is a team-wide commitment. From R&D to CSR, we’re rethinking materials, cutting impact, and closing the loop on façade systems. See how our leaders drive sustainable building through bold decisions, real action, and full transparency.
EQUITONE’s 2030 Circularity Commitments
By 2030, EQUITONE aims to close the loop on façade design. Through reduced embodied carbon, modular construction, and waste-free manufacturing, we are working toward a fully circular system, delivering fibre cement façades that perform for the planet as well as the project.
How EQUITONE Builds Circular by Design: Our Three Focus Areas
Certifiably Sustainable (Cradle to Cradle)
EQUITONE has achieved Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze level certification for all fibre cement panels. As non-toxic façade materials, our panels support circular façade design with EQUITONE, enabling disassembly, reuse, and reduced environmental impact. Recognised across LEED®, BREEAM®, and other certification systems, Cradle to Cradle helps architects specify with confidence.
Why Circular Construction Must Shape the Future of Building
The construction sector is one of the world’s largest consumers of raw materials, and one of its biggest contributors to carbon emissions and waste. Without change, these impacts will continue to accelerate the climate crisis. Circular construction offers a proven path to reduce resource use, cut emissions, and keep materials in use for longer.
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50% of the world’s natural resources are used by the building sector.
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In the EU, construction and demolition create over 35% of all waste.
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Buildings and construction generate 37–38% of global COâ‚‚ emissions.
At EQUITONE, we’re committed to closing the loop. Our fibre cement façades are designed for disassembly, reuse, and low-carbon performance, helping architects and contractors put circular construction into practice today.
The circular potential of fibre-cement cladding
Made of water, Portland cement, cellulose and natural minerals, our materials are the perfect building blocks for a circular construction industry.
Recyclable
Durable (+50 years)
Low material usage/m²
Lightweight
Low maintenance
Modular
Total transparency
Real change starts with complete transparency. Download the Material Sustainability Datasheets below to see
the current environmental impact of each of our materials.
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Our plan of action
Learn from our teammates how we are all working together to challenge the boundaries of construction.
EQUITONE Case Studies in Circular Architecture
ACA flats in Utrecht-Overvecht
Founded in 2014 by Karin Dorrepaal and Saskia Oranje, DOOR architecten is the architectural firm behind the renovation and revitalisation of 362 homes in the ACA flat in Utrecht-Overvecht.
Experimental construction using recycled fibre cement panels
Following on from the concepts of grey energy and resource conservation, recycled sauna benches, old industrial cast glass panels and EQUITONE fibre cement panels (previously known as Eternit panels) were used for the façade of an innovative pilot research project in the Kronsberg World Exhibition district of Hanover.
3D Modular Facade Reclad with EQUITONE for the Hong Kong Museum of Art
EQUITONE [tectiva] was chosen to create bespoke 3D modular panels for the reclad of the Hong Kong Museum of Art. The approach provided a stunning new and modern facade to the harbour-side museum.
Restrained in geometry, refined in detail with EQUITONE
EQUITONE combines architectural quality with stringent technical requirements to protect sensitive goods in an army warehouse.
Have Questions? Let’s Build Circular Together
Get answers on EQUITONE’s sustainability commitments, environmental performance, and façade installation or maintenance. Circularity starts with collaboration, working with architects, contractors, and suppliers to reduce the footprint of our fibre cement façades from production to reuse.
Got a Question? We’ve Got the Answer
Explore our FAQs to find everything you need to know about EQUITONE, from Cradle to Cradle certification and embodied carbon data to installation, repair, and recycling guidance.
Start Your Circular Design Journey
Partner with EQUITONE to bring your sustainable façade vision to life. Our team offers product expertise, technical guidance, and circular design strategies, helping you specify façades that are durable, recyclable, and built to perform for decades.
Explore EQUITONE Façade Materials
Discover our full range of fibre cement façade panels, from [natura] and [tectiva] to [linea] and [lunara]. Compare textures, colours, and finishes, and find the perfect material for your next sustainable façade project.