Each of these supporters were carefully selected beforehand with sustainability
in mind. We feel these companies are truely making steps to better the world
by first making their own business practices more sustainable. We have created
a criteria for the various industries that all of these companies met in some
way. View the criteria.
| Bamboosa
Bamboosa is a clothing company that manufactures shirts, hats, and other
apparel out of bamboo. All of their clothing is sweatshop-free and made
in the USA. Bamboo fiber does not require chemical treatment, and it is
a soft material that feels similar to silk or cashmere. In addition, bamboo
is a highly sustainable crop because it is so fast-growing and does not
usually require additional irrigation. It is biodegradable and naturally
regenerative. Over 1,000 uses of bamboo have been documented. Bamboosa
donates to environmental causes and is a member of 1% For the Planet.
Bamboosa gave us shirts, socks, beanies, bandanas, sashes and washcloths.
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| Econscious
Econscious is a company dedicated to making organic and sustainable apparel,
including T-shirts, fleeces, hats, and bags. Their approach to sustainability
encompasses all aspects of the business chain including people and process.
They make sure all workers involved in the process are paid fair wages
and work in good conditions. On the agricultural side, they only use fibers
made without use of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, or other harmful
chemicals. Econscious is a member of 1% For the Planet. Econscious gave us sweatshirts, t-shirts, various hats and tote bags.
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| Klabin
Design
63-North by Klabin Design designs and manufactures T-shirts and high-performance
outdoor gear made from 100% organic cotton. All materials are plant derived,
and no artificial dyes are used. They also produce all-natural lotions,
skin products, and lip balm, and do not test on animals. Klabin Design
has a goal to use 100% green power sources in its operations. This company
is a member of 1% For the Planet. 63N gave us t-shirts, hats, lotion and lip balms.
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| Live
It Green
Live It Green sells carbon neutral clothing—this certifies that the manufacturer
is aware of and actively alleviating the environmental impact of their
products. Live It Green sells One Ton CO2 shirts made of 100%
organic cotton—every shirt represents one ton of carbon emissions offset
by the Chicago Climate Exchange. Live It Green also has a program called
Neutral Events which helps gatherings (including weddings, reunions, business
meetings, etc.) be more eco-friendly. Their program Tunes For Trees plants
a tree for every 10 songs purchased on iTunes. In addition, Live It Green
is a member of 1% For the Planet. Live it Green gave us t-shirts
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| Patagonia
Patagonia is one of the leading businesses that combine products with
environmental responsibility. Patagonia has donated over $20 million to
over 1,000 grassroots organizations that protect habitat, wilderness,
and biodiversity. They distribute environmental grants and are a member
of 1% For the Planet. Patagonia also co-founded the Conservation Alliance
in 1989, with the goal of encouraging companies in the outdoor industry
to support environmental groups. The Conservation Alliance has saved over
34 million acres of wild lands, and 14 dams have either been prevented
or removed due to its efforts. Patagonia produces organic cotton T-shirts
and clothing made from recycled materials. Their Common Threads Garment
Recycling Program began in 2005, where consumers can trade in used Patagonia
clothing to be recycled. Currently Patagonia is focusing on ocean and
marine life environmental issues. Patagonia gave us jackets, shirts, base layers, snow/rain pants.
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| Statik
Mountain
Statik Mountain is a clothing company that designs high-quality outdoor
clothing made from natural fibers such as organic cotton and bamboo. Their
bamboo and organic cotton are biodegradable and free of pesticides. Bamboo
is a particularly sustainable crop because it can grow on five continents,
it is fast-growing, and if there is sufficient rainfall, does not require
additional irrigation. Statik Mountain is a socially responsible company
and believes strongly in environmental awareness and preservation.
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| Sub_Urban
Riot
Sub_Urban Riot is an apparel company that is committed to ongoing and
direct support of environmental causes, and sustainable manufacturing
methods.
Sub_Urban Riot is a member of 1% For the Planet with a minimum of 1% of
all
sales going directly to environmental causes. The founders also contribute
to
Heal the Bay and the Surf Rider Foundation. Sub Urban Riot gave us t-shirts
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| WorldMinded
Worldminded is a clothing company that produces T-shirts, sweatshirts,
and hats made from 100% organic cotton. They are committed to creating
high-quality, comfortable, and durable clothing for outdoor use that is
made in an eco-friendly way. World Minded sponsors people and organizations
that are working towards making a positive impact on the world, such as
Jim Clark, who has done international humanitarian work. World Minded
is a member of 1% for the Planet. World Minded gave us t-shirts.
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