Even though every bit of news about climate change is, well, terrifying, it’s comforting and empowering to remember that small adjustments to our daily lives can make a big difference to Mother Nature. Each of these shoppable items (all created by WeWork members or sold at WeWork Now in New York City) make being green easy.
Ditch disposable to-go cups. For your next coffee run, bring along a collapsible cup by Stojo, a member at WeWork 81 Prospect St in New York. The Pocket Cup, which is made from recyclable materials, keeps your morning joe warm or cold, then stashes in your bag when you’re on the go. $15
Put your best foot forward. All of the cozy socks made by Conscious Step—a member at WeWork 109 S 5th St in New York—support farmers in India and are made sustainably and ethically with organic cotton. And depending on which pair you choose, like these Socks That Plant Trees, you can support a cause, like planting ten trees through nonprofit Trees for the Future. $15
Follow the sun. These TwiLight solar-powered lights by Solight, a member at WeWork 123 E 23rd St in New York, are pretty genius. They’re lightweight, foldable, and waterproof luminaries, which means they’re perfect for patio parties and camping trips. And the best part? They require no electricity or batteries. $17
Bundle up. Save on heating bills (or protect yourself from aggressive office AC temps) with this chic Aria Topaz scarf from member Studio Variously. The cashmere scarf is hand-woven and dyed with chemical-free coloring by artisans in Nepal, and it comes in a natural canvas case—no bubble wrap here!—that you can reuse. $118
Fry right. Many nonstick pans are made with chemicals, but not Green Pan. The Venice Pro frying pan from Green Pan, a member at WeWork 1460 Broadway in New York, is made from upcycled stainless steel and aluminum and a trademarked Thermolon coating. The sand-based finish emits 60 percent less CO2 into the air compared with traditional nonstick coatings. How’s that for green eggs? $99
Drink all day. Make each trip to the water fountain a fun one with the Aurora bottle from S’well, a member at WeWork Medius House in London. Its sleek design makes it a breeze to take anywhere—and keep up with your daily water-intake goals. $32
Be totes amazing. Break your plastic-bag habit for good by toting one of these adorable Utility Canvas bags, available at WeWork Now. They’re just as handy at the farmers market as they are at the public library—and each one makes a serious style statement, too. $52
Send good word. Sure, email is technically zero-waste, but these pretty cards by member Miks Letterpress are printed on 100-percent-recycled paper and are an old school (and biodegradable) way to say “thank you” to clients, coworkers, and friends. They’re available at WeWork Now, too. $12
Get buzzed. Al Mokha makes it easy to get your caffeine fix without a guilt trip. Their socially and environmentally conscious beans, grown and harvested in Yemen, are conflict-free and handpicked by farmers who are fairly paid for their work. Try their Yemeni Medium roast for its subtle citrus and cocoa notes. $21.95
Make ’em work. We may be biased, but giving yourself (or a friend) a WeWork membership is a solid way (and is so much more personal than, say, a scented candle) to introduce them to sustainable workplace practices like being single-use-plastic-free, offering only meat-free menus, and committing to being carbon-neutral by 2023. Prices vary.
