Made in the U.S.

When you think of the environmental impact of the purchases you make, you have to consider their carbon footprint. The shorter the travel distance from manufacturing to consumer, the smaller the footprint. This is the concept behind buying local. For many, defining “local” as the entire U.S. would be a vast improvement to the distance your stuff usually travels.

Remember, just because a product is distributed by an American company or says “assembled in the U.S.” does not mean it was made in the U.S.A.

On a recent shopping trip, I was encouraged by the products we found made right here in America:

Glassware by Anchor Hocking
Drinking glasses, candle holders, bake ware…
We bought measuring cups and glass food storage containers with plastic lids that are BPA free-these are what we use in our lunches instead of plastic containers. They’re also great for storing left-overs. Found ours at Home Goods but are available even at you know where. Yes, Walmart.

Hand Sanitizers and bath products by E.O.-paraben and sodium lauryl sulfate free
Easier on the skin, this is what our kids use at school to help fight germs without harsh chemicals. Find stores nearest you.

Raw food bars by Lara Bar
Yes, even packaged food is imported so read the label and know where it’s coming from.
Check their locator for a store near you.

American Greetings Cards
When you’re flippin’ the card over to check the price (we ALL do it), see where it was made. Easily available at Target.

Home Fragrance by Fitz & Floyd
Made with alcohol and essential oil-simple.
Though I believe this maybe a discontinued product, there are plenty left at Marshalls.

Now read those labels and be an educated and responsible consumer!