In our quest to reduce our carbon footprint, many of us seek out products that minimise waste and lessen our impact on the environment. This concern extends to choosing cat litter, with a growing preference for options that are not only effective but also environmentally conscious. Identifying a truly environmentally friendly cat litter is crucial, considering the plethora of choices available in the market.
Kittilitt stands out as a superior choice for eco-friendly cat litter. Our products are crafted from 100% natural pine wood pellets sourced from responsibly managed Scottish forests. Unlike other litters, Kittilitt cat litter is biodegradable, natural, and completely free of added chemicals or fragrances, leveraging the natural scent of pine to neutralise odours effectively.
1. Sustainability:
This implies meeting today’s needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. At Kittilitt, sustainability is at the core of our operations. We ensure that every tree used for our cat litter is replanted within 12 months, maintaining a continuous cycle that supports both the environment and our production.
2. Eco-Friendly:
Products that cause no harm to the environment. Kittilitt cat litter is crafted to be biodegradable and natural, ensuring that it integrates seamlessly back into the earth without leaving harmful residues.
3. Net Zero:
Achieving a balance between the greenhouse gases emitted and the amount removed from the atmosphere. Our production facility operates on a net zero basis, powered entirely by biomass boilers that use the very wood waste from our manufacturing process.
The Kittilitt Difference: Local, Sustainable, and Net Zero
Made from virgin spruce pine softwood, Kittilitt pellets originate from sustainable, responsibly-managed Scottish forests. The forests we use have UK felling licences and every tree that is felled, is replanted, typically within 12 months. These trees were planted 20 to 30 years ago as a rotation crop – like wheat or barley but on a much longer cycle. As trees grow older they are not as efficient at absorbing carbon dioxide (CO2).
We have the Certification Mark with Unesco’s Biosphere – the only globally recognised ‘badge’ for sustainability. The UNESCO Biosphere has been recognised internationally as a world-class environment for people and nature and aims to value and protect the biological and cultural diversity of the region while promoting environmentally sustainable development. Kittilitt is proud to be a supporter of the Biosphere and its aims.
ECO-FRIENDLY cat litter
All our wood is locally-sourced within 60 miles of our factory. Trees are felled in sustainable Scottish forests – every tree we take away is replaced with many seedlings that replenish the forest.
Remember: No tree is ever cut down for Kittilitt – we use the ‘wobbly bits’ leftover from the forest floor. This means, the logs we use are those that are rejected by the sawmill sector, either due to the size or shape of the timber. Logs that are too skinny, large or bent are scooped up by Kittilitt and put to good use as cat litter.
NET ZERO
In this way, we are completely self-sufficient for all our heat and power requirements, making our pellets the most sustainable product possible.
It also ensures that no fossil fuels are used in our production process and that our pellets have an ultra-low carbon footprint.
How to dispose of cat litter safely
While it might be tempting to flush used cat litter, we advise against flushing Kittilitt biodegradable cat litter. Instead, dispose of soiled litter in biodegradable bags and bin it responsibly. This method aligns with our commitment to sustainability and ensures that the disposal process is as eco-friendly as the product itself.
Stay tuned for our upcoming blog on the best practices for disposing of cat litter, which reflects our dedication to a greener planet.
By choosing Kittilitt natural cat litter, you’re not just selecting a product that’s good for your cat but also one that benefits the environment. Join us in making more sustainable choices that help preserve our planet for future generations.