{"id":26729,"date":"2025-04-08T18:21:47","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T18:21:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/?p=26729"},"modified":"2025-04-08T21:06:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T21:06:45","slug":"celebrate-earth-month-with-ecos-sustainable-choices-for-a-brighter-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/live-cleaner\/celebrate-earth-month-with-ecos-sustainable-choices-for-a-brighter-future\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate Earth Month with ECOS\u00ae: Sustainable Choices for a Brighter Future"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every April, we celebrate Earth Month\u2014an 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\u2014it\u2019s at the heart of everything we do. Since 1967, we\u2019ve 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Choose Sustainable Products<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every purchasing decision matters. Selecting cleaning products\u00a0 made with 100% vegan formulas and safer ingredients can help reduce environmental impact. ECOS offers a wide range of solutions certified by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/epa-safer-choice-products\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span style=\"word-break: normal;\">EPA&#8217;s Safer Choice<\/span><\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> program, ensuring that our products contain ingredients that have been rigorously evaluated for their impact on people and the planet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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 <\/span><b>120<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Safer Choice-certified products, providing consumers with effective cleaning solutions that support a more sustainable lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Actions You Can Take:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Switch to Safer Choice-certified cleaning products.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research and choose products with verified sustainability labels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share the benefits of using safer cleaning products with family and friends.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>2. Reduce Plastic and Excess Packaging<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/laundry\/laundry-detergent-sheets-free-clear\/\"><b><span style=\"word-break: normal;\">ECOS Laundry Sheets<\/span><\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which come in lightweight, compact packaging designed to reduce waste.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Actions You Can Take:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose products with recyclable or post-consumer recycled packaging.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opt for concentrated formulas that reduce plastic waste. You can also choose other low- or no-water formats like packs or laundry sheets.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reuse containers whenever possible instead of discarding them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Properly separate recyclables to ensure effective waste processing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>3. Save Water and Energy at Home<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/laundry\"><b><span style=\"word-break: normal;\">ECOS laundry detergents<\/span><\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are specially formulated to clean effectively even in cold water cycles, reducing energy consumption without compromising performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-opt-id=728100864  fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26735 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:400\/h:271\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:400\/h:271\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:768\/h:521\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:18\/h:12\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-1.jpg 18w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:1224\/h:830\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-1.jpg 1224w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Actions You Can Take:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash laundry with cold water to lower energy use.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install aerators on faucets to reduce water waste.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximize natural light and switch to energy-efficient LED bulbs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use energy-saving appliances and turn them off when not in use.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>4. Support Companies Committed to Sustainability<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Businesses play a vital role in protecting the environment. At ECOS, our four U.S. manufacturing facilities are powered by <\/span><b>100% renewable energy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and we have achieved <\/span><b>Climate Positive certification<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, meaning we help remove more carbon than we generate. By choosing brands that align with sustainable values, you support large-scale environmental progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Actions You Can Take:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research the environmental practices of brands you buy from and support those committed to sustainability.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose products from companies with recognized environmental certifications.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share sustainability initiatives from the brands you love on social media.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>5. Reduce,<b> Reuse, and Recycle<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Sustainable Packaging Examples at ECOS:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/laundry\/hypoallergenic-laundry-detergent-lavender\/\"><b><span style=\"word-break: normal;\">ECOS Laundry Detergent Bottles<\/span><\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> made from <\/span><b>100% recyclable plastic<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, helping to reduce demand for virgin plastic and support circular economy efforts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-opt-id=1541041717  fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26737 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:400\/h:271\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:400\/h:271\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-2.jpg 400w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:768\/h:521\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:18\/h:12\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-2.jpg 18w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:1224\/h:830\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-2.jpg 1224w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/laundry\/laundry-detergent-sheets-magnolia-lily\/\"><b><span style=\"word-break: normal;\">ECOS Laundry Sheets<\/span><\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, packaged in a compact, plastic-free box that minimizes waste and optimizes transportation efficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-opt-id=1298755668  decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26734 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:400\/h:271\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:400\/h:271\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-3.jpg 400w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:768\/h:521\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-3.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:18\/h:12\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-3.jpg 18w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:1224\/h:830\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-3.jpg 1224w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/laundry\/laundry-detergent-ultra-concentrated-free-clear\/\"><b><span style=\"word-break: normal;\">ECOS Ultra-Concentrated Liquid Laundry Detergent<\/span><\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 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.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-opt-id=1413494804  decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26736 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:400\/h:271\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:400\/h:271\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-4.jpg 400w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:768\/h:521\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-4.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:18\/h:12\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-4.jpg 18w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:1224\/h:830\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/ECOS-Earth-Month-4.jpg 1224w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Actions You Can Take:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce single-use products and opt for reusable alternatives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reuse bottles, jars, and containers for storage instead of discarding them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn about local recycling programs and participate actively.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compost organic waste to reduce landfill contributions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Celebrate Earth Month with ECOS<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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\u2019t come at a cost to the planet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Join the movement and celebrate a more sustainable future with us!<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Sources:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identifying Greener Cleaning Products<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/greenerproducts\/identifying-greener-cleaning-products\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/greenerproducts\/identifying-greener-cleaning-products<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Environmental Working Group (EWG)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaners and Air Fresheners \u2013 Healthy Home Guide<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ewg.org\/healthyhomeguide\/cleaners-and-air-fresheners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.ewg.org\/healthyhomeguide\/cleaners-and-air-fresheners\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>World Wildlife Fund (WWF)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plastics Initiative<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldwildlife.org\/initiatives\/plastics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.worldwildlife.org\/initiatives\/plastics<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Volatile Organic Compounds&#8217; Impact on Indoor Air Quality<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/indoor-air-quality-iaq\/volatile-organic-compounds-impact-indoor-air-quality\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/indoor-air-quality-iaq\/volatile-organic-compounds-impact-indoor-air-quality<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every April, we celebrate Earth Month\u2014an opportunity to reflect on our impact on the planet and take meaningful steps to reduce our environmental footprint&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":33,"featured_media":26738,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[525],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-26729","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-environment"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26729","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/33"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26729"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26729\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":26742,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26729\/revisions\/26742"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/26738"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26729"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=26729"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=26729"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}