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Celebrating Earth Day: Embracing Sustainability Through Small Actions

Updated: Apr 15

In celebration of Earth Month, we're taking a deeper look into the four foundational pillars of Trove Green Provisions sustainability mission—Refuse/Reduce, Reuse, Refill, and Recycle. Every small action contributes to a healthier planet. Let’s make conscious choices for a sustainable future.

The Importance of Refusing and Reducing Plastic


The journey toward sustainability begins with making conscious decisions about what we consume. By refusing single-use plastics, disposable items, and unnecessary packaging, we proactively prevent waste accumulation in the first place. This simple yet powerful choice significantly reduces our ecological footprint. It also helps protect ecosystems from pollution.

Approximately 300 million tons of plastic are produced globally each year. Much of this ends up in oceans and natural habitats. Refusing unnecessary products can significantly reduce this impact. It protects wildlife and preserves natural resources for future generations.



Refusal Alternatives



Reducing Plastic Through Product Choice


  • Choose plastic-free containers for products: Laundry Powder, Toothpaste Tabs, Dish Washer Tabs, Solid Dish Soap, Deodorant, and Shampoo Bars




Creative Reuse Practices


Creative reuse involves extending the life of everyday items and preventing unnecessary waste. Simple steps include carrying reusable shopping bags, coffee mugs, water bottles, and food containers. Consider repurposing glass jars as storage containers or old clothing as cleaning rags.

In the U.S., approximately 100 billion single-use plastic bags are used annually. Choosing reusable alternatives can substantially decrease this number, saving energy and reducing landfill waste.


The Joy of Upcycling


Upcycling is a fantastic way to keep items in use for longer. This method allows us to transform what we no longer need into something beautiful. For instance, you can pass down clothes to younger siblings or use stylish bamboo lids on jars for storage. And let’s not forget the good old-fashioned leftover meal! Reusing has been done forever, and we should encourage it as a critical component of restorative resource capitalism.



The Power of Refilling


Refilling is at the heart of sustainable living. Our refill stations encourage customers to bring their own containers to replenish household essentials like dish soap, laundry detergent, and personal care products. Each refill reduces the demand for new packaging materials.

Did you know refilling can conserve water, energy, and raw resources? Refillable products have been shown to reduce packaging waste by up to 70% compared to conventional purchasing methods.


Refilleries have emerged as key players in the fight against environmental degradation, particularly in battling the menace of single-use plastics. By encouraging reusable packaging and sustainable practices, they help reduce waste and promote eco-friendly habits.

This aspect of sustainability is a passion of mine. I created a whole store based on this concept! Refilling the products we use most seems simple and sound for everyone involved. However, challenges exist. Maintaining a large enough selection can attract customers, while increases in shipping costs for heavy bulk items often lead to higher prices than prepackaged alternatives.



Understanding Recycling


While recycling alone won't solve our environmental challenges, it remains critical in waste management. Recycling transforms waste materials into new, useful products. For example, our eco-friendly umbrellas crafted from recycled plastic bottles serve as a tangible reminder of recycling's possibilities—turning waste into stylish, functional items.

However, we must improve recycling practices, as currently, only about 9% of global plastic waste is effectively recycled. This issue largely stems from "wishcycling"—placing items in the bin and hoping they will be properly recycled. Unfortunately, our society has been conditioned to believe that the recycling triangle gives us permission to use more. As mixed materials, improper disposal, and rising costs increase, we must rethink recycling’s effectiveness.


At Trove, we offer as many free recycling programs as possible, often funded by companies committed to their products. However, it has become clear over the past year that this is no longer adequate. Customers often want to recycle more items, and some programs have been defunded. In response, we are launching a new recycling membership program to address these issues. Sharing the cost of recycling across many can help us provide better services while allowing you to recycle specific items.


Please take our quick poll below:


What do you want to recycle?

  • Kitchen Items (take out containers)

  • Beauty Care Products (lotion, makeup containers)

  • Bathroom Items (toothpaste, deodorants, blister packs)

  • Batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, and 9 Volt)

You can vote for more than one answer.


If you would like to sign up for our beta test group, please fill out this form:



This Earth Month, we invite you to join us in adopting these four essential practices. Together, through conscious choices and collective action, we can create a significant and lasting impact on our planet.
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