About Colipi
Located at Tempowerkring 1 in Hamburg, the cosmetic lab Colipi leverages industrial biotechnology to develop sustainable alternatives to conventional oils. Through advanced fermentation processes, the lab produces:
- Climate Oil™ – a carbon-neutral oil alternative
- Yeast-based sustainable materials
- CO2-utilizing biotechnology solutions
Founded in 2023 with €1.8M seed funding, Colipi’s Hamburg facility aims to become Germany’s leading producer of sustainable yeast oils within five years.
Frequently asked questions
Colipi produces sustainable oils through precision fermentation processes:
- Production methods:
- Gas fermentation using CO2-utilizing bacteria
- Conversion of CO2 with O2 and H2
- Patented bioreactor technology
- Oil composition:
- 28-32% palmitic acid
- 5-25% stearic acid
- 38-53% oleic acid
- 5-12% linoleic acid
- Product applications:
- Cosmetic ingredients
- Home care products
- Aviation fuel components
- Bioplastic materials
The oils produced by Colipi contain these components and properties:
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Colipi operates with defined production and environmental targets:
- Carbon sources:
- Food industry byproducts
- CO2 point sources
- Organic side streams
- Environmental metrics:
- 99% reduction in CO2 footprint vs traditional oils
- Target: 1.2 million tons CO2 transformation by 2030
- Production inputs:
- Yeast organisms
- Organic materials
- CO2 capture systems
More details about Colipi
Pioneering sustainable oils in Hamburg
Located at 1 Tempowerkring in Hamburg, Germany, Colipi stands at the forefront of sustainable oil production. As a leading cosmetic lab and research facility, the company transforms the way industries access and use oils through innovative precision fermentation processes.
Advanced technology and production methods
Colipi operates a state-of-the-art facility featuring patented gas fermentation technology. The company’s specialized bioreactor system converts CO2 with O2 and H2 into single cell oil, representing a significant advancement in sustainable production methods.
Scientific composition and properties
The oils produced contain specific triacylglycerols with carefully balanced ratios of palmitic, stearic, oleic, and linoleic acids. These products also feature natural antioxidant properties, including carotenoids and vitamins, making them particularly valuable for cosmetic applications.
Environmental commitment
Based in Hamburg’s innovation district, Colipi demonstrates Germany’s leadership in green technology. The company’s production process achieves a 99% reduction in CO2 footprint compared to traditional vegetable oil alternatives. By 2030, Colipi aims to transform 1.2 million tons of CO2 into sustainable oils.
Applications and industries served
From their Hamburg facility, Colipi serves multiple sectors with their innovative oils:
- Cosmetics and personal care products
- Home care and laundry solutions
- Sustainable aviation fuel production
- Bioplastics manufacturing
Production process
The company employs advanced fermentation techniques using yeasts from organic side streams. This process utilizes carbon sourced from food industry byproducts and CO2 point sources, creating a circular economy approach to oil production.
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