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Celebrate Earth Month with ECOS®: Sustainable Choices for a Brighter Future

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Every April, we celebrate Earth Month—an opportunity to reflect on our impact on the planet and take meaningful steps to reduce our environmental footprint today for a better tomorrow. At ECOS, sustainability is not a trend—it’s at the heart of everything we do. Since 1967, we’ve been pioneering cleaning products made with a foundation of plant-derived ingredients and formulations that aim to minimize environmental impact. We believe small changes can lead to big results.

This Earth Month, we invite you to join us in embracing sustainable habits at home. Looking for ways to make a difference? Here are a few impactful changes you can adopt:

1. Choose Sustainable Products

Every purchasing decision matters. Selecting cleaning products  made with 100% vegan formulas and safer ingredients can help reduce environmental impact. ECOS offers a wide range of solutions certified by the EPA’s Safer Choice program, ensuring that our products contain ingredients that have been rigorously evaluated for their impact on people and the planet.

Safer Choice certification is a recognition by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that ensures every ingredient in a product is among the safest in its category. ECOS proudly offers over 120 Safer Choice-certified products, providing consumers with effective cleaning solutions that support a more sustainable lifestyle.

During Earth Month, Safer Choice certification is more relevant than ever. This distinction reflects our ongoing commitment to sustainable business practices and reinforces the idea that even daily cleaning routines can be environmentally responsible.

Actions You Can Take:

  • Switch to Safer Choice-certified cleaning products.
  • Research and choose products with verified sustainability labels.
  • Share the benefits of using safer cleaning products with family and friends.

2. Reduce Plastic and Excess Packaging

Plastic waste is one of the greatest environmental challenges of our time. To minimize its impact, choose products with packaging that reduces plastic use, such as ECOS Laundry Sheets, which come in lightweight, compact packaging designed to reduce waste.

Actions You Can Take:

  • Choose products with recyclable or post-consumer recycled packaging.
  • Opt for concentrated formulas that reduce plastic waste. You can also choose other low- or no-water formats like packs or laundry sheets.
  • Reuse containers whenever possible instead of discarding them.
  • Properly separate recyclables to ensure effective waste processing.

3. Save Water and Energy at Home

Every drop of water counts. Simple changes like washing clothes in cold water, turning off the tap while brushing your teeth, and using highly efficient detergents can help conserve resources. Our ECOS laundry detergents are specially formulated to clean effectively even in cold water cycles, reducing energy consumption without compromising performance.

Actions You Can Take:

  • Wash laundry with cold water to lower energy use.
  • Install aerators on faucets to reduce water waste.
  • Maximize natural light and switch to energy-efficient LED bulbs.
  • Use energy-saving appliances and turn them off when not in use.

4. Support Companies Committed to Sustainability

Businesses play a vital role in protecting the environment. At ECOS, our four U.S. manufacturing facilities are powered by 100% renewable energy, and we have achieved Climate Positive certification, meaning we help remove more carbon than we generate. By choosing brands that align with sustainable values, you support large-scale environmental progress.

Actions You Can Take:

  • Research the environmental practices of brands you buy from and support those committed to sustainability.
  • Choose products from companies with recognized environmental certifications.
  • Share sustainability initiatives from the brands you love on social media.

5. Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle

A circular economy is key to reducing environmental impact. Reuse containers, choose recyclable packaging, and separate waste properly. At ECOS, we continuously innovate to create packaging with a lower environmental footprint.

Sustainable Packaging Examples at ECOS:

  • ECOS Laundry Sheets, packaged in a compact, plastic-free box that minimizes waste and optimizes transportation efficiency.

  • ECOS Ultra-Concentrated Liquid Laundry Detergent: Its packaging is a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic. It is made from recyclable and reusable aluminum, making it a more eco-friendly and durable option. This type of packaging helps reduce waste and minimize environmental impact, as aluminum can be recycled infinitely without losing quality. Additionally, the container is refillable.

Actions You Can Take:

  • Reduce single-use products and opt for reusable alternatives.
  • Reuse bottles, jars, and containers for storage instead of discarding them.
  • Learn about local recycling programs and participate actively.
  • Compost organic waste to reduce landfill contributions.

Celebrate Earth Month with ECOS

Taking care of our planet starts with everyday choices. This Earth Month, we can all make more mindful decisions to protect the environment. At ECOS, we remain dedicated to creating cleaning solutions that prioritize sustainability and innovation because we believe cleaning shouldn’t come at a cost to the planet.

Join the movement and celebrate a more sustainable future with us!

 

Sources:

EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
Identifying Greener Cleaning Products
https://www.epa.gov/greenerproducts/identifying-greener-cleaning-products

Environmental Working Group (EWG)
Cleaners and Air Fresheners – Healthy Home Guide
https://www.ewg.org/healthyhomeguide/cleaners-and-air-fresheners/

World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
Plastics Initiative
https://www.worldwildlife.org/initiatives/plastics

EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
Volatile Organic Compounds’ Impact on Indoor Air Quality
https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/volatile-organic-compounds-impact-indoor-air-quality