Have you ever gotten home from work, turned on the news, and felt a pit in your stomach at the sight of a raging forest fire? Me too. Well, guess what? There are so many ways you can become an advocate for the environment. Conscious consumerism is one of them. When you make a purchase directly from the companies listed below, you’ll not only plant a tree and increase the demand for eco-conscious businesses- but, your purchase will also support reforestation and wildlife conservation through the National Forest Foundation (NFF)!
*BOPO = Buy One, Plant One. Did I make that up? If so, can I make it a thing?*
PAPER PROJECT
Features | Clothing
Best For | Socks & Underwear
Paper Project stands out from the crowd due to the fact that their clothing is made out of Paper yarn. Paper yarn is composed of Manila hemp (a native plant in the Philippines), thin Japanese crafted paper, and recycled polyester or organic cotton. This process creates a unique fabric that is anti-odor, moisture-wicking, anti-bacterial, and dries significantly faster than traditional cotton fabric.
The first product Paper Project launched was a sock collection in 2019 and has since expanded to sell underwear, t-shirts, and more. Nonetheless, the company commits to donating one tree per pair of socks sold through its partnership with the NFF. To date, they’ve donated 4,016 trees!
,SHOP PAPER PROJECT
WOODCHUCK USA
Features | Giftable & Customizable Wooden Products
Best For | Stationery, Decor, Handy Accessories
One click on the Woodchuck USA site and it’s nearly impossible not to find something you’ll love! Woodchuck seems to do it all- coasters, bottle openers, planners, candles, picture frames, and more. Their best sellers include wooden journals, phone cases, and bottle openers; all of which are customizable! Woodchuck’s motto is centered around connecting customers with nature. They pledge to plant one tree per item purchased on their site. The company partners with many planting partners, including the NFF. It’s fun to note that they have a “tree locator” system in place for customers. This type of transparency speaks to Woodchuck’s authenticity and commitment to environmental stewardship.
,SHOP WOODCHUCK USA HERE
KÜAT
Features | Travel Gear Solution
Best For | Outdoor Enthusiasts
Küat designs car solutions for adventurers transporting recreational equipment. A car rack is definitely one of those things you don’t realize you need until you really need it. By then, it’s usually too late… there’s no way you could possibly pick out your rack, order it, and have it arrive before you embark on your trip. I highly recommend you purchase a rack from Küat to avoid this predicament. If you own a bicycle, surfboard, kayak, snowboard, or skis, chances are you’ll need a method for transporting your gear at some point, so you may as well invest in one now! Plus, when you make any purchase through Küat, the company makes a donation to support the future of our forests.
,SHOP KÜAT HERE
DYRAD RINGS
Features | Accessories
Best For | Rings
Dyrad Rings is a bit different than the other retailers on this list since it happens to be an Etsy Shop. It’s worth pointing out that it doesn’t matter if a business is a chain retailer or a small company with an Esty shop, any and every business can get involved in helping our planet! But, enough of my soapbox- Dyrad makes the most beautiful and dynamic wooden rings! You can choose from a wide selection of wood options, including white oak, tent bentwood, walnut, maple, and many more. The rings that Joseph (the shop owner) creates appear to be very well-designed and naturally attract your eye! For each ring sold, $5 goes towards planting trees with its proud partner, the NFF!
,SHOP DYRAD RINGS HERE
So, there you have it, four awesome companies to checkout! Do you buy from any companies that give back through BOPO initiatives? Let's discuss it more in the comments below, I’d love to hear from you!
Sincerely, Briesh
P.S. Stay Conscious + Curious!
