Chitelix
Sustainability

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Sustainable Development Goals

We are proud to contribute to 6 out of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Driving Impact Through Circular Innovation

At CHITELIX, sustainability is at the core of our model. We convert marine by-products into high-value biomaterials through a circular and science-driven process.

This approach reduces environmental impact while enabling scalable, bio-based solutions across multiple industries.

The 6 UN Sustainable Development Goals CHITELIX contributes to

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Discover how CHITELIX is making a measurable impact on the Sustainable Development Goals.

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Counter Pollution

We prevent tons of seafood co-products from being directed to landfills creating value from previously discarded products

Ressource Utilization

Most of the collected seafood waste is either upcycled to produce our biopolymers or is transformed into one of our fertiliser’s ingredients. Resources recovered from production are also used in our by-products valorisation

Chemical Use and Water Consumption

Our innovative, ground-breaking process not only optimizes water and chemical usage but also represents a significant step forward in making our operations more sustainable.

Value Addition

Through R and D, optimization and our circular economy model, we enhance exponentially the collected seafood co-products.

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Seafood Waste Repurposed

Avoiding seafood byproduct to be landfilled or oceanfilled

Effluent Bio-Recycling

Recycling our production effluents into other bio ingredients

Water Reuse & Energy Efficiency

Process water reuse and energy saving production

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Eco Alternatives

Our products replaces chemicals in 1200 applications

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SME Climate Hub Commitment Badge

Chitelix proudly joins the SME Climate Hub, promoting climate action and business resilience.

SME Climate Hub — Committed 2025
Inclusion & Diversity

Gender Equality at CHITELIX

CHITELIX is dedicated to an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone has equal opportunities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, has equal opportunities to thrive. We believe that gender equality is essential for innovation, growth, and creating a positive impact within our organization and beyond.

Our Commitment

  • Equal Opportunities: Fairness in recruitment, promotions, and salaries.
  • Career Growth: Equal access to leadership and development.
  • Inclusive Workplace: A safe environment free from bias and discrimination.

Taking Action

  • Gender Equality Plan: Our strategy to advance equality in research, innovation, and employment.
  • Dedicated Resources: A Gender Equality Officer and Committee to drive and monitor progress.
  • Accountability: Tracking gender data to ensure fairness and improvement.

Driving Change

  • Women in Leadership: Increasing women’s representation in management and decision-making.
  • Equal Pay: Ensuring fair and transparent compensation for equal work.
  • Unstereotyping: Removing biases in policies and practices to foster inclusivity.

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