4 Brands You Love Who Contribute to Marine Conservation

Covering more than 71% of Earth's surface, our oceans contain 97% of the Earth's water, produces 50%-70% of the oxygen supply in the atmosphere, and are home to over 228,000 species (that have been discovered). But due to overfishing, climate change, pollution from single-use plastics, habitat destruction, and the introduction of invasive species, our oceans are at risk.

Here at New Pi, we work hard to not only provide products that are good for both you and the Earth, but to also shine a light on brands that do the same.

Here are four that we love who put an emphasis on marine conservation and protecting our oceans.
 

ChicoBag

Offering reusable shopping bags and totes that are perfect for getting all your favorite New Pi finds home, ChicoBag has made a "Pledge for the Planet" commitment as a leader for corporate sustainability.

Holding themselves to the highest levels of standards, they remain passionate about limiting single-use plastic and creating long-lasting reusable products that work to protect the planet from unnecessary waste.

 

Watch their 2020 initiatives video to learn about their climate neutral commitement.

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SimplyStraws

During the past year, many restaurants and cities have taken the pledge to rid their use of disposable straws.

As more and more brands join in on this promise, SimplyStraws is in your corner with travel-friendly stainless steel and glass straws for enjoying your favorite beverage without the guilt.

The best part is that they donate a minimum of 1% of their gross income to organizations that help educate and activate against single-use plastics. Through your purchase, you're working to directly impact the Earth in a multitude of ways.

Click here to learn more about their green efforts.

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Stasher

It's no secret that plastics are one of the biggest causes of pollution when it comes to our oceans. 

Stasher has made it their mission to help keep this material out of our landfills and bodies of water.

Their reusable storage bags are a perfect alternative for keeping food fresh in the fridge and or on the go.

If your Stasher becomes damaged or wore out, simply mail it to their repurposing program and they will turn your bag into playground pebbles.

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Klean Kanteen

Americans purchase about 50 billion water bottles per year, averaging about 13 bottles per month.

Unfortunately, only about 23% of these plastic bottles are actually recycled. By using a reusable water bottle, the average American could save an average of 156 plastic bottles annually.

Klean Kanteen recognizes the need to not only provide high-quality, insulated and non-insulated drinkware, but they also know that it's just as important that as a company they take action to help reduce emissions at both a manufacturing and delivery level.

For the past 10 years, Klean Kanteen has been taking action to reduce emissions as a business. See how their efforts have paved the way to becoming a climate neutral manufacturer.

1% For the Planet

While all these brands are working to make an impact on their own, the one thing they all have in common is they are all members of 1% For the Planet.

This organization has made it their mission to inspire businesses and individuals to take responsibility by giving back.

Through this group, all the companies listed above have pledged to donate 1% of their gross sales to high-impact nonprofits that are dedicated to environmental issues, earning them all the New Pi thumbs up.