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The Babes have chosen sponsors that represent a common goal and ideal; care for the environment and care for self. These companies and organizations are striving to set today’s standards in sustainability, organic products, and a general healthy mindset. These summaries are meant to inform, and to inspire continued research about, and support for, organizations motivated by vision.
As an adventure organization we understand the importance of small steps to reach a larger goal. It is the “testing the water” idea. Strapping on some tele-boots and heading to the backcountry with little to no experience is not only hard, but simply not a good idea. That’s why we are providing the facts, the beginner’s version to our environmental crises and lightening the mood by lighting it up with our Tips from Enviro-Savvy Babes, and links to our incredible sponsors. Plunging into sustainability and making big changes can sometimes cause confusion and disruption. We're not asking for people to spend large amounts of money to “Go Green,” we are simply providing the facts and hoping for a joint effort in taking those small steps to a cleaner, healthier lifestyle and earth.
Patagonia supports a variety of non-profits and causes aimed towards environmental stewardship and sustainability. They represent numerous aspects of sustainability, involving not only the environment but also the evolving global economy,and human connection, as well as embracing the importance of cultural diversity and education. Patagonia has initiated many programs to help encourage the change this world needs. 1% For The Planet is a pledge started by Patagonia which has expanded to create an alliance of businesses that pledge 1% of sales to the preservation and restoration of the natural environment. Patagonia has also started a Common Threads Garment Recycling program, where old or used Capilene®, fleece and even, Polartec® fleece from other manufacturers can be recycled into new products. They also have an Environmental Grants Program helping fund activists who take radical and strategic steps to protect habitat, wilderness and biodiversity. Patagonia provides educational opportunities in a great working atmosphere, inspiring employees and creating a sense of pride all while producing top of the line adventure clothing and gear.
Clif Bar is committed to people’s health and the environment. Started by adventurers seeking a more than just a satisfying energy bar, Clif Bar has grown to pursue many passions. Today Clif Bar goes the extra mile to do business in a manner that helps sustain our natural resources, as well as the communities they depend on. They are dedicated to working to reduce their ecological footprint in everything they do, from the field to the final product. Their major environmental action comes from using organic ingredients, adopting green business practices, joining the fight against global warning and supporting their partners in sustainability. Their web page also provides opportunity to get involved and informed, to start monitoring your footprint and taking action to minimize your energy use.
Founded by an electrical engineer and a social worker, it only makes sense that New Belgium has always looked for ways to be energy efficient and socially responsible. By embracing new technologies, seeking out alternative forms of energy and reducing their waste stream, New Belgium strives to make smart business decisions and to do well by the environment each and every day. They are currently focused on the following areas of environmental balance: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction, Healthy Watersheds, Green Building, The 3 R’s, and Living Sustainably. The unique atmosphere created by New Belgium also focuses energy towards bicycling as an alternative mode of transportation as well as a way to get out, get some exercise and have some fun. They have started TEAM WONDERBIKE which entails pledging to ride your bike, as well as the BIKE TO WORK, WORK TO LIVE, LIVE TO BIKE campaign. New Belgium started the Tour De Fat in 2000, which travels through the western states as a bicycle carnival encouraging biking and other alternative energy uses as well as proving beer and bands for a good time. The Sustainable Living Fair is another project New Belgium sponsors which lasts for 3 days and brings in booths, bands, and people from all over for a weekend of clean living, information on renewable energy, green living, and fun!
Things at Osprey move full circle, starting with the people, resulting in the product and then moving back to the people for the lifetime of the product. Their mission is to create innovative high performance gear that reflects their love of adventure and devotion to the outdoors. For eight years they have been sewing labels that list the Principles of Leave No Trace into their larger packs. They look at it as a friendly reminder, from Osprey to you, addressing responsibility to the environment you enjoy with their packs on your back. They are also a contributing corporate partner to the Access Fund, Osprey is proud to be part of the effort to keep climbing areas open and to preserve the climbing environment. Through grants and programs, numerous events, partnerships and outreach, the Access Fund has made an extraordinary difference in the climbing world over the past decade. If you are a climber, learn more and get involved.
Scarpa makes boots that that not only function, but fit. Based out of Boulder, CO, Scarpa is a company made up of skiers- tele and alpine that love to explore both the front and backcountry. The T1 Lady felt so good out of the box, I did not have the liner molded for my first season. Step into Scarpa and feel the difference. Performance, Fit, Function.
