We turn organic waste into a biopolymer PHA to solve two problems: a waste problem and a microplastic problem.
A new, circular chain — powered by microbes instead of oil wells.
Our journey begins with resources that are already around us. We use organic residual and side streams as feedstock. By giving these residual streams a new purpose, we turn what was once considered waste into the starting point for a new generation of biopolymers.
Nature provides the next step. In our Phaenix® process, naturally occurring mixed-culture microorganisms feed on these residual streams and convert the available carbon into PHA. Inside their cells, the biopolymer is naturally stored. We harvest this PHA-rich biomass.
But the journey does not end here. To unlock the value of the biopolymer, PHA is recovered from the biomass through our extraction process. The result is a purified, high-quality biopolymer, Caleyda®, with tunable properties and a superior biodegradability.
And when its useful life comes to an end, Caleyda® can be mechanically or biologically recycled. When it does end up in nature, it can biodegrade without leaving persistent microplastics behind. What started as residual carbon becomes a valuable material.
For over 40 years, Paques has led the way in biological wastewater treatment — turning industrial and municipal wastewater into clean water and valuable resources.
This foundation of expertise laid the groundwork for Paques Biomaterials, where we take the next step: transforming organic components from wastewater into PHA, a natural alternative to plastic.
