In an article published by Ouest-France, Castalie highlighted as a French company committed to transforming water consumption habits. Founded by Thibault Lamarque, the company has been pursuing an ambitious mission since 2011: to end dependence on single-use plastic bottles by developing more sustainable and responsible water solutions.
The article highlights the role of water dispensers designed in Brittany and deployed by Castalie businesses, hotels, and restaurants. These units use microfiltration technology to produce still or sparkling water directly on site from tap water. This approach eliminates many of the challenges associated with bottled water, including transportation, storage, and plastic waste management.
Beyond technological innovation, Castalie approach Castalie on a more comprehensive vision of the ecological transition. The company advocates a sustainable hydration model based on local production, reusable containers, and the circular economy. By reducing the use of single-use plastic bottles, organizations can lower their carbon footprint while adopting more responsible resource management practices.
The article also highlights the project’s industrial and regional dimensions. By relying on French design and manufacturing—particularly in Brittany— Castalie to develop an environmental innovation sector capable of addressing the new challenges of sustainability and responsible consumption. This approach illustrates Thibault Lamarque’s commitment to demonstrating that it is possible to balance economic performance, quality of service, and a positive impact.
Through its growth, Castalie as a major player in the microfiltered water market in France and is helping to transform practices within businesses and the hospitality industry. Thibault Lamarque’s journey, meanwhile, demonstrates the ability of impact entrepreneurship to provide concrete solutions to environmental challenges related to plastic pollution and resource conservation.
Key takeaways
- Thibault Lamarque is the founder and president of Castalie.
- Castalie microfiltered water solutions for businesses, hotels, and restaurants.
- The company's water coolers help reduce the use of single-use plastic bottles.
- Castalie a model based on the circular economy and sustainable hydration.
- The company relies on French design and manufacturing to support the ecological transition.
Source: Ouest-France, “Water fountains designed in Brittany to put an end to the plastic bottle craze,” March 2024.
