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Searching for the best sustainable Christmas gifts in Australia? You have a lot of options, so where do you begin? How do you know if a product is actually environmentally friendly and something that your friends, family, and co-workers will enjoy? We’ve compiled a list of key attributes to look for when purchasing eco-friendly items to help you in your quest and keep you on Santa’s “nice” list. (He cares about the environment, too!)
Before gift-buying, it’s worth researching the company you’re purchasing from. Is the company a B corp (meaning, have they completed a rigorous process of demonstrating social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability)? Is the company’s packaging also sustainable and the products ethically made?
Have they shown a commitment to a circular economy, and do they donate to charitable causes (like 1% for the Planet)? You can feel good about supporting a company truly committed to the environment at every level.
Of course, you don’t want to purchase sustainable gifts for Christmas that are poorly made and that will fall apart soon after Santa’s gone home. We always recommend reading customer reviews and purchasing the highest-rated products.
And as a safety measure, buying from someone that offers a warranty, return programme, or faulty goods exchange will give you and your recipient peace of mind in case something does happen.
The best sustainable Christmas gifts will be practical and something your friends, family, and co-workers will use in their daily lives. Products like certified compostable bin liners are clearly usable by everyone and help reduce the number of plastics entering Australia’s landfills and oceans.
A high quality brand’s webstore will not only have clear instructions on how to use and clean each potential gift item properly, but it will also provide handy videos on the items’ features and functionality.
You don’t need to sacrifice style for environmental responsibility when searching for the perfect sustainable Christmas gift. Adorable gifts like these backpacks made from recycled plastic bottles feature 16 different colours including some Australia-themed & environmental designs, which are perfect for just about everyone on your list.
Lastly, many “compostable” products claim they are environmentally friendly but in reality can leave behind harmful micro-plastics in the soil when they degrade. It’s important to look for items that are Certified Compostable, meaning they have met high-quality standards that require no microplastic residue be left behind. Just like Santa, Certified Compostable gifts will vanish without a trace when it’s time for them to go.
Searching for the best sustainable gifts for Christmas that will make a lasting impression on the loved ones on your list seems like a daunting task, but keeping these things in mind while you are shopping will make it easier to determine where to spend your hard-earned cash. For numerous gifts ideas that meet all of these requirements, make sure you pick Onya.
