Despite the requirements of the circular design framework Cradle to Cradle Certified® becoming more stringent, Troldtekt is delighted to announce that in July 2026, Troldtekt acoustic panels retained their Gold certification under the new standard. This marks an important milestone for both the Danish acoustic panel manufacturer and its customers.
“We have been working strategically with the Cradle to Cradle principles for 15 years and, during that time, circularity, carbon reduction and a responsible value chain have become increasingly important to our customers.
“The certification ensures that both building owners and consultants receive an independent assessment of Troldtekt’s work in these areas,” commented Cécile Vassort, head of product, Marketing & sustainability at Troldtekt A/S.
She adds, “Cradle to Cradle is highly valuable because the requirements are continuously strengthened, encouraging us to keep improving.”
Troldtekt was previously certified under Version 3.1 of Cradle to Cradle Certified® and has now upgraded to the latest Version 5.0. The Gold certification is valid for three years and covers the majority of Troldtekt wood wool panels in natural and standard painted finishes.
Cradle to Cradle Certified® assesses products across five categories: Material Health, Product Circularity, Clean Air & Climate Protection, Water & Soil Stewardship and Social Fairness. During the re-certification process, documentation was once again updated and third-party verified across all five categories.
“For us, the strength lies in the breadth and thoroughness of the approach. Under the latest standard, the documentation requirements have increased significantly, which means we have revisited every aspect of our organisation and engaged with several suppliers. It provides a valuable exercise that aligns with our systematic and holistic approach,” says Cécile Vassort.
The independent assessor, EPEA — part of Drees & Sommer, was granted access to confidential formulations from Troldtekt’s suppliers in order to map the substances contained in the acoustic panels.
Amongst other things, Cradle to Cradle Certified® is about working systematically with circularity and ensuring that materials retain their value for as long as possible. Product Circularity is therefore a key focus area in Troldtekt’s ongoing research and development.
“Our re-certification under Cradle to Cradle Certified® Version 5.0 confirms that we are working purposefully with the principles of the circular economy. The certification provides us with a structured framework for continuously improving our products and processes in areas such as materials, circularity and resource use” says Cécile Vassort.
Through the re-certification completed in July 2026, Troldtekt achieved Gold in all five Cradle to Cradle Certified® categories. As a result, the acoustic panels received an overall Gold certification.
See page 5 of our October/November 2026 issue on our Back Issues page.
