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Ethical sourcing
While product innovation is crucial, Guylian ensures it never comes at the expense of its suppliers or the planet. As such, the company sources 100 percent fair-trade cocoa, partnering with Fairtrade to guarantee farmers in Africa receive fair compensation for their crops.“ Years ago, we committed to becoming more sustainable by paying fair prices to our suppliers and farmers, adopting eco-friendly packaging material, and ensuring reforestation wherever trees are used for our packaging. We are also actively working to reduce single-use plastics in our products, though we cannot completely eliminate it yet due to current technological limitations. For instance, last year, we invested € 5 million in our production facility to eliminate cellophane plastic from our seashell boxes, thereby significantly reducing our plastic usage,” Paul concludes.“ On top, our factory now operates as a CO₂-neutral site, fully powered by 100 percent renewable energy. We have significantly improved water efficiency, achieving a 55 percent reduction in consumption compared to 2022. Food waste has been reduced to just 0.1 percent, as we continue working toward our target of zero waste. In addition, all our products are entirely palm and soy free, and we work exclusively with ingredients of natural origin. These measures reflect our ongoing commitment to responsible production and our dedication to shaping a more sustainable future for our industry.”
Guylian’ s enduring legacy stems from its unique blend of tradition and innovation, crafting iconic seashell chocolates while championing sustainability and ethical sourcing. ■
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