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Producer Spotlight: ECOS

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Producer: ECOS

CEO: Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks

Location: Cypress, CA

Found at the Littleton Co-op: Laundry detergent, cleaning products, soap, and ice melt

Website: Ecos.com

Our modern day food systems were built on the backs of People of Color (POC), particularly the Black community, without making room to acknowledge their important contributions. During the month of February, celebrated as Black History Month, we take intentional moments to celebrate Black entrepreneurs, inventors, and businesses that have shaped the way we eat, drink, and live. Supporting a vibrant and diverse producer network is a yearlong goal of the Littleton Co-op, and we are proud to highlight BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) voices. Read more about Littleton Co-op’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) work here.

ECOS, a premier creator of plant-based cleaning products and the #1 selling green laundry detergent in the U.S., was founded by Van Vlahakis, a Greek immigrant who recognized the negative health effects of harsh chemical ingredients in cleaning products during his career as a chemist. When Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks took over as President and CEO of ECOS, she wanted to increase the depth and breadth of how the company cares about the health and wellness of people and planet. Kelly is of Greek and African American descent, and has prioritized increased access to opportunities for under-represented identities within ECOS. ECOS is currently made up of 64% of employees identifying as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), and an Executive Team that is 40% BIPOC and 60% female. She also prioritizes environmental health; under her leadership, ECOS became a Climate Positivity company — the world’s first to have carbon neutral, water neutral, and TRUE Platinum Zero Waste facilities. Furthermore, ECOS has one of the highest minimum wages in the industry at $17/hour.

ECOS continues to be a company that not only makes great products, but takes great care of people and the planet, under Vlahakis-Hanks’ leadership. She is also making strides so ECOS’s vision and values are passed along to future generations, establishing the Vlahakis Organic Chemistry Lab at Roosevelt University in Chicago (her father’s alma mater) for students to research chemistry based on renewable resources.

Status of product availability at the Littleton Co-op, and labeling of producers (such as local, Black-Owned Business, NH-made, etc) and product status or ingredients (gluten-free, vegan, etc) is based on available information at time of publication. The food world is an ever-changing landscape and information presented here may not reflect the most up-to-date information available.

Stress-Free Holiday Shopping from Your Local Co-op

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The 2025 Littleton Co-op Gift Guide is here!

Yes, we sell more than food! But also yes, food makes a great holiday gift! Gifting from the Co-op might require going outside of your comfort zone (and your regular grocery list), so we put together some easily giftable ideas that are bound to fit someone on your list. The best part may be that they’re all available at the Littleton Co-op 🎄 One stop local shop!

Gifts for the Host with the Most graphic. Text list below.
Gifts for the Sustainable Queen or King graphic. Text list below.
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Gifts for the New Hampshire at Heart. Text list below.
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Gifts for the Host with the Most

1. Wozz! Kitchen Creations spread 2. Fuller’s Sugarhouse maple cream 3. Vermont Bakery Douglas Sweets cookies 4. Terra Farm curry cashews 5. Woodstock Inn Brewery root beer

Gifts for the Sustainable Queen or King

1. Klean Kanteen water bottle 2. Humble Plastic Free deodorant stick 3. Ingredients Matter laundry soap 4. Bees Wrap food wraps 5. Eco Bags reusable produce or bulk bags

Gifts for the Trend-Reporter

1. Mike’s Hot Honey squeeze bottle 2. Fishwide tinned fish 3. Terra pom pom keychain 4. Leonessa Dubai chocolate cones 5. Jade Leaf Ceremonial grade matcha

Gifts for the Coffee Worshiper

1. Jenna’s Promise Roasting Co. coffee 2. Effie’s Biscuits 3. Nut Pods creamer 4. Chocolate covered espresso coffee beans 5. Brach’s peppermint stir sticks

Gifts for the NH at Heart

1. White Mountain Images calendar 2. White Mountain Apiary holiday honey 3. Mount Cabot Maple Organic maple syrup 4. Polly’s Pancake Parlor pancake mix 5. Port City Pretzels savory pretzels

Gifts for the “Ramen Every Meal”

1. Mr. Bing chili crisp 2. Ocean’s Halo Ramen Broth 3. Immi Veggie Topping Mix 4. Ocean’s Balance Organic whole leaf dulse 5. Momofuku noodles

Gifts for the Thrill-Seeker

1. Angry Goat Pepper Co. hot sauce 2. Gopal’s energy bars 3. Chunks of Energy Bulk snacks 4. Hurry Slow Hat Co. beanie 5. Vermont Smoke & Cure meat sticks

Gifts for the Thrill-Seeker

1. Back Home Bakery granola 2. King Arthur Baking Co. mix kit 3. Lake Champlain Chocolates nonpareils 4. Sugar Bob’s Finest Kind maple sriracha 5. NEK Grains wheat berries

Father’s Day Gift Guide

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Where would life be without Dads? That being said, they can be incredibly hard to buy gifts for! We here at the Littleton Co-op broke things down by dad characteristics (dad-teristics, if you will) and found options for everyone for Father’s Day. And have no fear — there’s a gift for every budget, too. Make things easy and find all of your Father’s Day gifts and essentials at the Littleton Co-op.

For the “Stereotypical Dad”

If you swear every TV sitcom father is based on your own, he will appreciate complex sauces and marinades to complement his summer grilling; one of our hundreds of local craft beer options; a nut or snack mix to make couch-sitting more fun; or a sweet treat to end the day. Consider these options this Father’s Day:

  • LOCAL Genuine Jamaican BBQ Sauce and Marinade: $5.99
  • LOCAL Schilling Beer Co. Ziegenmensch Maibach: $17.99
  • Bulk Organic Dill Cashews: $16.99/lb
  • My Dad’s Cookies (assorted flavors): $7.99

For the “Outdoorsy Dad”

If you’re worried about getting your dad inside long enough to open a present, give him tools to stay out longer, enjoy the outdoors, or remind him of our area’s natural beauty with:

  • Littleton Co-op Trucker Hat (various styles available): $19.99
  • LOCAL Badger Sunscreen (various styles available): $8.99+
  • S’mores kit with marshmallows, graham crackers, chocolate, woodcut “Littleton, NH” s’mores stick: Prices Vary
  • LOCAL White Mountain Images Notecard Box Set: $15.00

TIP: Get creative with s’mores! Check out our post on 8 ways to make s’mores.

For the Overworked Dad

Every father is a working father, but some just don’t know how to turn off “work mode.” Gifts for the “workaholics” can either be aimed at making their busy lives easier, creating efficiencies in their schedule, or trying to teach them how to relax. These gifts hit all of those categories:

  • LOCAL Critical Mass Coffee (assorted blends): $17.99
  • LOCAL Badger Sore Muscle Rub: $11.99
  • Lunchskins Plastic-Free Starter Kit: $6.59
  • Equal Exchange Organic Chocolate Bar (assorted flavors): $5.49

For the “Foodie Dad”

In some families, if Dad is making dinner there’s no question that it’s going to taste fantastic! Whether you want to treat him to high quality ingredients, help restock the pantry, or set up a family cooking adventure, these gifts will “cook” (as the kids say):

  • Rustichella Pasta (assorted shapes): $6.29+
  • Bulk Department Refill Spices: Varies, spices priced per pound
  • Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Pizza Crust Mix: $4.99
  • LOCAL hot sauces from Angry Goat Pepper Co. and Sugar Bob’s: $8.79+

For the Active Dad

If Dad loves hitting the gym, going on family walks, or just never sitting still, fuel his active lifestyle with gifts like these:

  • Protein and Energy bars: Price Varies
  • Bulk Grandy Organics High Antioxidant Trail Mix: $15.99/lb
  • Orgain Organic Protein Powder (assorted sizes and flavors): $34.99+
  • Klean Kanteen (assorted styles and colors): $27.99+

*Product availability and pricing may vary; please stop in store for up to date information.

Not seeing something for a Dad in your life? Get him a Littleton Co-op gift card! Available in store and online.

Green Team Picks!

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Green Team shelf tag

In honor of Earth Day, Littleton Food Co-op’s Green Team is announcing their new shelf tags – look for them in the aisles to signify tried and true products loved by members of our Green Team. Will you find a new favorite natural deodorant packaged in *gasp* not plastic? Maybe! How about some eco-conscious laundry detergent you don’t have to work so hard to lug up some stairs? Take a peek in aisle 5 and your dreams just might come true. Did you know we have plant-based bacon that some of our vegan employees love?! Consider this a permission slip to go on a fun and earth-friendly scavenger hunt around the Co-op! What sustainable featured products will you find? 

With whatever you discover, remember you’re not alone in your determination to choose more eco-conscious items for purchase! The Co-op is on a continuous and evolving mission to consider challenges of climate, energy, and ecology as decisions are made throughout the store. Happy Earth Day from the Littleton Food Co-op, and may your findings be both fun and sustainable. Look for these shelf tags throughout the store for Green Team’s picks all year ‘round!

Here are just some of the products the Green Team is loving right now:

Humble Deodorant

Humble Deodorant has plastic-free packaging and the brand has ingredient transparency.

MyBacon

This product is a plant-based (mushroom) bacon alternative- and approved by Co-op resident vegans!

Rebel Green Laundry Detergent Sheets

These laundry sheets have plastic-free packaging!

Thousand Hills Beef

Thousand Hills ensures their livestock spend their lives on grass-fed pastures (100% grass fed beef), support and utilize regenerative agriculture practices, and have a lot of educational info on their website.

Fetzer Wines

This winery is a Certified California Sustainable winery and a Certified B Corporation, which means the winery is committed to driving a global movement toward building a more inclusive, sustainable economy.

Earthwise Mesh Produce Bags

Their bags are reusable and on a mission to reduce the use of single-use plastics.

Producer Spotlight: The Honey Pot

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Producer: The Honey Pot

Owner/Founder: Beatrice Dixon

Location: Atlanta,  GA

Found at the Co-op: Pads, liners, tampons, washes, wipes, bath bombs

Website: thehoneypot.co

 

As is the unfortunate origin story for many companies, The Honey Pot started because CEO and co-founder Bea Dixon was suffering; and there was no solution in sight. As a child, she suffered through bacterial vaginosis for eight painful months. Then, her grandmother came to her in a dream and presented the correct remedy of herbs to heal herself. In 2014, armed with the knowledge of the dangerous toxins found in most name-brand feminine hygiene items – and the gumption to change that – she founded The Honey Pot. Now, all of The Honey Pot’s products are plant-based, powered by natural ingredients that make them hypoallergenic. There’s no SL, SLES, phthalates, or artificial fragrances. 

But to this day, it is still the people that come first. As Dixon said to Fortune, “I don’t want us to be judged based on how much money we raise or how much money we make. I want us to be judged on the character of our business, how we serve the humans we do.” Part of that translates to annually donating 2% of online sales to organizations that support wellness and education. The Honey Pot also won a 2020 ESSENCE Best in Black Beauty Award. 

 

Support the NH Farm to School Bill

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The New Hampshire state legislature will soon be deciding on HB1678-FN, also known as the Local Food for Local Schools Reimbursement Pilot Program or the Farm to School Bill. The goal of this program is to connect more NH school cafeterias with fresh, locally produced foods to serve their populations. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: there are innumerable benefits to eating local, including fresher food, lower carbon emissions, and a strong economy. That is why the Littleton Food Co-op is a proud supporter of the Farm to School Bill. As we know, a thriving democracy only thrives when its members are active participants. Here’s what you can do to help support the passage of this bill:

 

 

Educate yourself on the bill

NOFA-NH (Northeast Organic Farming Association of NH) has put together a great resource guide about how this program will work, why it is important to NH, and who will benefit from it. Click here to read more from NOFA-NH. 

Read General Manager Ed King’s letter of support for NH HB-1678-FN

To Whom It May Concern,

Food Coops across the country have a long history of supporting local agriculture
and healthy eating. I’m writing this letter in support of a Farm to School Bill that is
currently before the New Hampshire House (HB 1678-FN). The goal of the bill is to
increase the availability of local fruits and vegetables in our school systems
statewide. Similar Bills have failed to pass recently in New Hampshire, leaving a
significant amount of Federal matching funding on the table. Speaking on behalf of
the Littleton Food Coop’s 9 Board Members and over 9,000 Members we feel that it
is imperative that HB 1678-FN passes in Fiscal Year 2024.
We’re not sure why this initiative hasn’t passed before this year? This program has
a modest cost of $241,000 for the state and accesses significant federal matching
funds that have already been approved. Do our representatives have something
against NH Farmers? Or perhaps they’re not interested in better nutrition for our
school children? I doubt that is the case. Maybe I am missing something here? What
we don’t want is the errors of the past to doom a positive path forward. Therefore the
Littleton Food Coop and its Members urge our legislatures to pass HB 1678-FN
during this session.

Cooperatively,
Ed King, General Manager LFC

Sign the official letter of support

NOFA-NH is doing the ground work of centralizing communities across NH into one strong letter of support. Click here to add your name to the letter and an optional short what local food means to you.

Contact your representatives

If this is a cause you’re really passionate about and you have a few extra minutes, use them to contact your state representative directly. Click here to find out who your representative is. If this seems to overwhelming, have no fear! There are plenty of resources and templates online designed to help folks contact their representatives. Many of them allow you to just plug in your name and information, and a sentence or two about the bill you’re writing about.

Help us make local food in local schools a reality!

Holiday Gift Guide 2023

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Gifts for every budget and every person on your list – all in one convenient place.

By the time you’re reading this, we’re getting into the “last minute shopping season.” Just because you come across a gift closer to the holiday does not mean you have to compromise on quality. We’re all busy people who don’t always have time to take a special Christmas shopping trip. And then there’s the flaky uncle you assumed wasn’t coming to dinner who all of a sudden RSVPs “yes.” The extra child you forgot your sibling has. The dog! Don’t forget a present for the dog!

But wait, you also have to go grocery shopping! Ahhh! Stress!! Why not do two things at once and do your last minute holiday shopping at the Littleton Food Co-op? This year we’ve compiled a list of gifts straight from the Co-op shelves to fit any budget. Whether you’ve got $5 to spend or $50, show your love this holiday season with one of these festive gifts:

Under $5

  • A quality bar of chocolate: The key to giving a small, single item is to make it unique and of quality. We suggest something from Equal Exchange or Endangered Species. Try going out of the box a little bit, perhaps with the Lemon Ginger or Cinnamon Cayenne & Cherries. This also means you’re giving a new experience, too. An added bonus is that both of these companies use fair trade ingredients, so you can feel good about passing this along. 
  • Locally designed greeting card: Perfect for friends and family far away, a card with a sweet note can be one of the most heartfelt gifts to give and receive. If you want to go a step further, include some mementos like photos from the year, newspaper clippings, copies of ticket stubs, etc. to let your recipient know how your year went. 
  • An aesthetically pleasing jar of popcorn: Utilizing the resources of the Bulk Department is the ideal way to cut costs this holiday season. Simply grab the jar of your choice (or bring one from home) and fill it with either multicolor, yellow, or white kernels. This is the perfect gift for someone who cares about how their kitchen/pantry looks or is constantly on FoodTok. Wrap it up in a nice ribbon or throw a bow on top and you won’t even have to wrap it. Plus, if you throw in the promise of a movie in the future, you’re giving the gift of quality time. Just make sure they’re paying for the movie if you intend to keep it under $5…
  • Other options: dog treats; a seasoning they use a lot or have never tried before; fancy mustard or other condiment; moisturizing lip balm. 

Under $15

  • Cabot Seriously Sharp Popcorn: Okay, this may sound silly to those who haven’t had this magnificent popcorn snack, but to those who have, you know what’s up. Whoever you give this to is either going to love you for introducing them to their new favorite snack… or hate you for introducing them to their new favorite snack. Throw in their new Sea Salt Caramel Cheddar or Maple Cheddar holiday flavors and it makes a whole popcorn set! 
  • Ursa Major Candle: It’s an undeniable fact that candles are the perfect gift to give, especially in the winter when we could all use a little more coziness. With this 100% beeswax unscented candle you won’t have to worry about your recipient not liking the smell or look. These candles are made by a young local elementary school entrepreneur, so really how can you not buy one??
  • Fuller’s Pure Maple Dry Sugar: The great thing about this variation of the maple syrup gift is it works for locals and beyond. It’s pretty easy to pass off some local maple products to someone not from the area, but this really shows off the full scope of what maple can do. It’s a little cheaper than syrup, but it’s just as versatile. 
  • Other options: Locally made dressing or marinade; Bulk Dill Cashews, Full Circle Reusable Lunch Set; Co-op reusable bag; local honey.

Under $25

  • 3-pack of Bees Wrap: Reusable and sustainable packaging is becoming a huge trend now, and with that means the options are becoming more and more stylish! The original Bees Wrap products come in individual and multi packs in a variety of designs. You can certainly give a single wrap as a gift, but giving a 3-pack empowers your recipient to integrate it more into their life. No one likes to find out that their gift actually sits unused in a drawer. Pick a pattern they’ll love and you’re almost guaranteed that won’t happen to you!
  • A local bottle of wine: Our collection of local wines has grown tremendously over the past few years, and now you can satisfy and delight a person of any palette. Rossi Imports supplies us with wines from across the spectrum of light to dark. And the folks at Zorvino have crafted unique flavors like “Chocolate Raspberry” and “Peppermint Mocha” for the more adventurous. We even have Sap House Meadery bottles and cans for someone who’s “over the wine scene.” Sometimes the hardest part of gifting wine is remembering it’s about what they like, not you! But nothing says you can’t get a second bottle for yourself…
  • Co-op Merch: Who doesn’t love shopping at the Co-op? Let your friends and family bring a piece of the Co-op wherever they go with a Co-op branded t-shirt or hat. It really takes the pressure off remembering to say “I love the Co-op” every five minutes. It’s only a bonus that they’re so stylish. 
  • Other options: Poinsettia or other plant; baking kit with King Arthur Flour, utensils, and fun mix-ins; a set of locally and fairly-sourced bath and beauty products. 

Under $50

  • Liter of Mount Cabot Maple Organic Maple Syrup: We have an incredible array of maple syrup from local producers, but Mount Cabot packaging and design just screams “I am made to be a gift.” When you buy maple syrup from a local producer, you know you are getting a quality product. Mount Cabot specifically is organic, single-source, and woodfired. If you don’t speak maple, that means it’s really, really good: for you, for the environment, and for this women-owned business. 
  • Primal Botanical CBD Rub: This local CBD company out of Vermont has great gift options for the person in your life who deserves a bit of extra pampering. Or honestly, the holidays can be so stressful, this might be one you’re allowed to keep for yourself.
  • Norpro Compost Keeper: Another great gift for your eco-conscious friend or the one who could use a little encouragement. This could have been seen as a burden, but now that the Co-op has a customer compost bin out front from Meadowstone Farm, composting has never been easier! And as the package itself says, it’s “attractive enough to sit on your kitchen countertop.”
  • Other options: Every candy option from the Bulk department. 

Any budget

  • A Littleton Food Co-op Gift Card: Stuck on what to get someone? Don’t want to go through the mental energy of deciding what to get someone? A gift card fits everyone, appeals to every taste, and is the easiest thing to wrap — because you don’t have to. Order a gift card online here. 

For more gift ideas–from very general to very specific (I mean, we’re talking “gift for your mail carrier who you have an oddly close relationship” specific)– check out our podcast, That’s Rad. Our 2021 Gift Guide has gift suggestions for those absolutely un-giftable people in your life, and our 2022 Sustainable Gift Guide is all about creating unique gifts from our very own Bulk Department. Check them out today, and let us know if you use any of these suggestions.

Whatever gifting direction you choose, all of us at the Littleton Food Co-op wish you a cheerful holiday and a happy New Year ♥

 

 

*Price categories reflective of time of writing and cannot be guaranteed. 

Live a Low-Waste Lifestyle

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Let’s have a friendly chat about something important: garbage. Yep, people create quite a lot of it, and sometimes we toss away things that could actually be repurposed or reused. Unfortunately, this kind of consumption isn’t doing any favors for our environment. Trash ends up in landfills, streams, airways, and even the ocean, polluting our planet.

One major culprit in our global waste stream is single-use plastic. Plastic-Free July is an international movement that encourages everyone to be more mindful of the plastics we discard daily. Despite the name, the idea here is not perfection but a concerted effort toward harm reduction. In some cases, we’re stuck with plastic for health and safety reasons, as accommodations due to disability, or because people don’t have equal access, opportunity, or resources to choose more sustainable options.  That’s okay. The conversation is ongoing, and we urge everyone to push for better alternatives, educate themselves about how plastics are manufactured and recycled, and urge your community to develop more sustainable policies at the government level. 

All of these issues can feel very overwhelming, so let’s start with some simple ways you can participate in a Plastic-Free July when you visit the Co-op:

Bring your own coffee cup

When you bring your own travel mug to the cafe, you can get a price break on coffee refills. We also carry colorful kleen kanteens if you need a new travel mug. And all our coffee and tea is from Equal Exchange, which is a fair trade cooperative! 

Carry your silverware

Keep your silverware close at hand by simply wrapping it in a napkin and carrying it with you in your backpack, car, or purse. If you don’t want to misplace your spoons, check out our options from To-Go Ware, including travel kits and bamboo utensils. Easy peasy!

Buy in bulk

Pay a visit to our awesome bulk foods department, where you can choose exactly how much of an item you need. We’ve got handy paper bags, jars, and canisters for your convenience, or better yet, bring your own clean reusable container from home. At the Co-op, it’s a breeze—just weigh and fill!

Bring your reusable water bottle

Stay hydrated and help save the planet by bringing your trusty water bottle. We have a water station as well as sinks in the cafe, and guess what? Refilling your bottle is absolutely free! Hydration for the win!

Bring a bag, grab a box

Say goodbye to those pesky single-use plastic grocery bags – we haven’t had them here for years! Bring your own reusable bags, or if you prefer, feel free to use a recycled box from the Co-op. We also have stylish totes in all kinds of colors and designs. We’ve got options to suit your shopping style!

Skip the produce bags

Let’s skip those little bags for your fruits and veggies. Instead, bring your own cloth produce bags, or pick up a few extra from the co-op. We have tons of styles of small bags and wraps! Or simply let your produce roam free in your shopping cart – your veggies won’t mind!

If you’re curious about different earth-friendly initiatives happening behind the scenes at the Co-op, check out our website’s sustainability page. And don’t forget to learn more about Plastic Free July at plasticfreejuly.org. It’s a great resource to discover alternatives to single-use plastic and build lifelong habits that positively impact both the local and global environment. You can be part of the solution, too!

Symbols for Sustainability

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We’d all like to make more earth-friendly choices when we’re shopping, but it can be confusing to discern what different labels mean. Here’s a handy guide to some sustainable symbols, brands, and certifications, so you can keep an eye out when you shop.

 

One Percent for the Planet is an international organization whose members contribute at least one percent of their annual revenue to environmental causes to protect the environment. The aim is to offer accountability, prevent greenwashing and certify reputable giving.

 

From fighting deforestation and climate change to building economic opportunities and better working conditions for rural people, the Rainforest Alliance is working to solve urgent environmental and social challenges.

 

The term “organic” refers to the way agricultural products are grown and processed. While the regulations vary from country to country, in the U.S., organic crops must be grown without the use of synthetic herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers, or bioengineered genes (GMOs).

 

Friend of the Sea has become the leading sustainable seafood certification standard for products and services that protect the marine environment. The certification awards sustainable practices in Fisheries, Aquaculture, Fishmeal and Omega 3 Fish Oil.

 

Tree Free Greetings has a 200-panel photovoltaic array that provides roughly 65,344-kilowatt hours per year of clean, renewable electricity. That’s enough electricity to power 10 average New England homes per year! Tree-Free’s on-site printing operation is 100% powered by the sun.

 

To become Climate Neutral Certified, a company must show that it is working to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions from making and delivering its products and services – and compensates for all of them, every year.

No Mow May (and Beyond)

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We have a lot of wonderful sustainability projects and practices happening here at the Co-op, including collecting food waste, recycling, reducing plastic usage, and more. But we’re not just focused on keeping trash out of the landfill and trying to reduce our carbon footprint, we’re also actively working towards adding biodiversity to our landscaping.

You’ve probably heard about No Mow May, which lets the flowering plants in our lawns have a chance to bloom a little longer and benefit local pollinators. We’ve set aside a section of our front slope facing Bethlehem Road for this purpose, and we’ll most likely keep it un-mowed through the summer, with perhaps a little trim here or there. Eventually, we hope to incorporate additional native plants and wildflowers into the space so it becomes a wild garden full of colors and textures that change with the seasons, as well as providing a habitat for local wildlife.

Here are some photos of the area, along with a close-up of some interesting plants that are popping up. So far we’ve spotted dandelion, yarrow, plantain, chickweed, sorrel, clover, trefoil, cinquefoil, and more. An interesting patchwork of colors and textures is emerging, where once it was a plain green slope. Keep your eyes on our lawn to see what else grows!









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