For the environment

At ECOS, we understand that the well-being of people and the planet is closely tied to the places where we spend much of our…

Becoming an eco-conscious traveler is a rewarding way to explore the world while minimizing our carbon footprint and preserving the natural wonders we cherish….

It’s easy for corporations to use words like “zero waste.” However, the term has different meanings to different organizations. ECOS achieved TRUE Platinum Zero…

As more people become conscious of the impact of their choices on the environment, sustainable grocery shopping has gained tremendous importance. In this article,…

In today’s world, finding ways to save money and reduce energy consumption is a win-win situation. Not only does it benefit your wallet, but…

You probably already know that sustainable cleaning supplies are a safer choice for your family, especially when it comes to your little ones and…

Use these 5 simple tips to reduce your food waste this Thanksgiving holiday. You’ll save money and these tips are super easy ways to be sustainable.

When it comes to learning how to be more sustainable, you can start by opting for more sustainable cleaning supplies. Choosing between conventional cleaning products and more sustainable options can be like trying to decide between taking the stairs or the elevator. You know they’ll both help you achieve the same end result—but the overall impact of the choice can have you scratching your head.

Maybe you’ve already been working towards a more sustainable lifestyle–like buying LED light bulbs and using a special blue bin just for recycling. You’ve even pictured yourself in your very own electric vehicle.

We all want to take steps to keep our beautiful blue planet healthy and create a better environment for its inhabitants. But when it comes to reducing your carbon footprint, knowing where to start might have you feeling a little lost in the woods.

From apple cores to appliances, copies of phone bills to the remains of last night’s carbonara, the contents of your trash are an ode to waste.

If you were to ask us, “What’s the most surprising thing about your industry?,” the first thing that would come to mind is the state of transparency. Did you know the US has no federal requirement for household cleaners to tell you what’s inside them? When it comes to food that we put in our bodies, every brand must list the ingredients. But with cleaners, you can choose to disclose zilch. Zero. Nada.

This interview was originally published on Three Ships Beauty. Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks joins us on the #HerHustle blog to share her leadership journey with us. She shares the importance of safer cleaning products for your health, and what she does to overcome moments of self-doubt and adversity.

Program: Lower San Pedro Pastureland Conversion 

Location: Lower San Pedro River Wildlife Area, Arizona

Program: Scott River Water Trust (SRWT): French Creek Flow Enhancement

Location: French Creek, Scott River watershed, California

Program: Washington Water Trust (WWT) Dry Year Leasing Program

Location: Dungeness River watershed, Washington State

Sustainability has been part of our DNA for over 50 years. To us, sustainability is holistic; you can’t make environmentally friendly products in an unsustainable way and be successful. 

Starting January 1st, 2020, millions of consumers and workers in California now have the information they need to protect their health.