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Eco Positive combines energy conservation, eco-friendly production, and environmental conservation with the unique WorldofGood.com shopping experience. Eco Positive shopping brings you thousands of all-new eco products, 100% verified by independent Trust Provider organizations and labeled with Goodprint statements to show your positive purchase impact.

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  TYPE OF IMPACT GOODPRINT STATEMENTS DEFINITIONS
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Energy Conservation
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No machines required for production   The product was produced by hand or with machines that have no impact on the environment during their use.
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Green energy fulfills 50% of required energy   Low environmental impact sources, such as wind and solar energy, were used for at least half of the required energy inputs.
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Carbon-neutral shipping   The product was shipped with no increase to carbon emissions, either directly or through offsets.
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Energy efficient   When compared to conventional products, this product reduces environmental impact through its use.
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Eco-friendly Production
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Over 50% from post-consumer waste   At least half of the materials required to produce this product were made from post-consumer waste.
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Over 50% from biodegradable materials   At least half of the materials required to produce this product were made from biodegradable materials such as untreated seashells, bamboo, and the like.
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From 100% sustainably harvested materials   All materials used to make this product were harvested such that the rate of use is no greater than the rate of regeneration; for example, 100% bamboo.
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Materials grown free of pesticides   No pesticides were used in the production of the materials used in making this product.
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No toxic materials used in production   No toxic materials, such as traditional lacquers, veneers, or varnishes, were used to make this product.
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Environmental Conservation
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Sustainable use of native species   Native species were harvested sustainably, such that the rate of use is no greater than the rate of regeneration.
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Prevents ecological destruction   The planting, harvesting, or production of materials for this product do not directly or indirectly contribute to ecological destruction.
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Non-GMO ingredients   No genetically modified organism ingredients were used in the production of this product.
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Supports ecological preservation   The production and sale of this product contributes to the preservation of a species or an ecological location.
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