 | Using sustainably produced material
reason This is very important, we continue to buy products that are produced sustainably. Our "green" community expects us to have done our research and trusts that the products that we sell are sustainable. |
 | Using recycled materials
reason We have friends drop off their newspapers, which are made from recycled paper, to use as packing material in our boxes. We also reuse any box that was returned to us by our customers. |
 | Conserving energy
reason We only use 1/3 of our energy efficient lights in our warehouse. We prefer to use natural light in our showroom on clear days. We have an energy efficient furnace and very well insulated building. |
 | Using organic products
reason The cleaning supplies we use are baking soda and vinegar. We also sell some organic cleaning products. |
 | Recycling program
reason All office paper is shredded and used for packing material. We also use newspaper for packaging material. We have someone pick up our unusable cardboard once a week to be recycled. |
 | Reducing waste
reason Every package that is sent to our customers has a label on it saying to "Please Reuse or Recycle This Box." We also do not have trash pickup because we recycle/reuse 90% of everything. |
 | Donating to non-profits
reason Yes, we proudly donate 1% of our sales to: 1% to the Planet and 1% to the Tetons. |
 | Energy efficient equipment
reason Our office and warehouse have energy efficient light bulbs and an Energy Star furnace. |
 | Improving the health of community
reason Yes, by giving our customers a chance to "Experience the Greener Side of Life" by offering earth friendly products. |
 | Offering benefits to veterans
reason Yes, 10% off their purchase. |
 | Recycled promotional products
reason Office paper we use is made from recycled material. All of our office desks and chairs were purchased from a used furniture store. |
 | Offering benefits to seniors
reason Yes, 10% off their purchase. |
 | Conserving natural resources
reason We decided to not get a dishwasher for our breakroom to conserve water. Our toilet is new and uses very little water to fill the bowl. |
 | Childcare for employees
reason During the summer our employees are allowed to bring their kids to work if they choose. |
 | Paying living wages to employees
reason Our two employees are full timers and are given very livable wages. |
 | Contributing to local tax base
reason We are a Bozeman based business that pays all of our local, state and federal taxes. |
 | Reducing toxic emissions
reason We feel that we are reducing the release of toxic substances into the environment by purchasing from companies who offer products that have little or no harsh impact on our planet during the manufacturing process. Examples include items made from: bamboo that is grown without the use of fertilizers or pesticides; organic cotton grown without pesticides that has not been processed with bleach. |
