Our Green Scorecard
At eco3P we are all about transparency. In order for products to be listed in our ethical products marketplace, the product must have at least 1 green attribute. Together these green attributes make up our “Green Scorecard“.
Merchants must certify a product’s credentials in at least one of the following areas:
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Recycled/Recyclable |
This product is either a) made from items recovered or separated from the that are melted down or ground up into raw materials and then used to make new products; and/or b) contain used, rebuilt, reconditioned, or remanufactured parts. |
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Fair Practices | Merchant practices fair and equitable labor practices that directly benefit workers, their families, and communities. Fundamentals of Fair Labor practices are: equitable hiring and employment practices; safe working conditions; access to health, education and transportation services; support of local and regional communities; appreciation of cultural and environmental impacts. |
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Energy Efficient | This product is more efficient with its energy consumption compared to a similar product. |
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Handmade | This product is handmade. |
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Organic | This product either has certified organic ingredients or uses certfied organic textiles. |
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Eco-Packaging | Product incorporates recyclable packaging or minimizes packaging. |
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Upcycled | This product is a result of converting waste materials or useless products into new materials of better quality or a higher environmental value. |
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Cruelty Free | This product is an animal-friendly cruelty free product. |
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Gives back to a cause | The purchase of this product will enable the seller to donate a % to a non profit organization. |
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Gluten Free | This product is 100% gluten free. |
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100% BPA Free | This product uses plastics that are 100% BPA free. |
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Renewable Energy | The power used to manufacture this product is derived from renewable energy sources (e.g. wind or solar) and not fossil fuels. |
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Biodegradeable | After the use and disposal of this product, it will safely break down in the environment. The time frame for decomposition will vary. |
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Vegan | This is a vegan product which is entirely free of animal involvement. |
At eco3P we empower our merchants with the tools they need to be transparent about their products and ultimately gain your trust. Along with our green attributes, we also allow our merchants to post certification seals from reputable, independent third-party organizations. These logos guarantee that the product bearing such seals meets set standards, with ongoing reviews to ensure compliance.
In the end the choice is ultimately yours as a consumer. Please let us know if there is a product or brand you feel we should support (or stop supporting) through eco3P.com.