Seven sustainable businesses where you could buy your Christmas presents from
- Beatrix Nitschke
- Dec 11, 2021
- 3 min read
Are you in search for sustainable gift ideas? We got you. Check out these amazing businesses and innovative start-ups.
Christmas is just around the corner which means that last minute Christmas gift shopping is on the to do list. In case you still do not have any ideas what to give to your loved ones, here are some sustainable brands that you could buy your presents from this year and have a positive impact on the environment at the same time.
The fashion industry is the second largest polluter in the world and has a huge negative impact on the environment in several different aspects. If you want to learn more about this topic you can also check out our blog post about the dark sides of the fashion industry. CHNGE therefore set as their goal to change something about this situation. They offset the carbon emissions they produce during the production, use recycled packaging materials, organic fabric and support ethical and fair working conditions. In order to increase their sustainable and environmentally friendly impact, they equally donate parts of their income to various charities and environmental organisations. Hence, if you are in search of some sustainable, streetwear statement pieces, CHNGE is the place for you to go to.
For a little sweet surprise, you could check out the offers of endangered species chocolate. They do not only produce happiness in the form of chocolate, but they also concern themselves with environmental issues. Therefore, they donate 10% of their annual net profits to conservation organisations that protect endangered wildlife animals.
Have you ever thought about what you could do with your coffee grounds? Kaffeeform, a Berlin-based startup, made it to their mission to use this waste products and turn it into something new and useful. From espresso cups over to coffee-to-go cups, they have everything your heart desires…made out of recycled coffee grounds. And their new collection is now also made out of beachwood fibers, brining in new colours you could choose from.
Many cosmetic and personal care products include microplastics. These can have a devastating effect on the environment, humans and animals. They harm marine life and toxify oceans. Here you can learn more about the damaging impact of microplastics. Therefore, Little Suds Soaps produces vegan, plastic-free soaps and shampoos that are made out of natural ingredients. Check out their lovely assortment.
Do you or your friends and family still drink water out of plastic bottles? Then it is time to change this. As mentioned before, plastic is a huge environmental problem as it does not degrade, but instead breaks down into little pieces that toxify the environment and threaten the eco system. Therefore, in order to decrease plastic waste, Soulbottles produces stylish (and if you wish also customised) glass bottles that are produced under fair conditions, carbon neutral, toxin- and plastic free.
For every tea lover Arbor Teas is a must check out. They have an endless collection of sustainable, fair trade and organic sourced tea as well as suitable tea ware. On their website you can equally get a lot of information about tea recipes, its history and traditions, guides as well as tips and tricks for enjoying tea in its best form.
Since we already talked about ideas for tea lovers, we also have to address the coffee junkies. Dear Green is a Glasgow-based coffee roaster start-up that offers various fancy versions of roasted coffees that are made with love, Fairtrade and organic.
Hopefully these sustainable gift ideas inspired you. Have fun, be mindful with your shopping and enjoy your Christmas holidays :)
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