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Aliza Savin
June 13, 2024
Are you looking to spruce up your home office? Working in a space that you love decreases stress, improves productivity, and promotes an overall sense of well-being. But style should not come at the cost of the planet.
Did you know that according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in 2018 Americans tossed over 12 million tons of furniture and furnishings, 80 percent of which ended up in landfills? Plus, the manufacturing and transportation of furniture release massive carbon emissions.
While not the only indicators, it can be helpful while shopping for environmentally conscious furniture to look out for certifications like B-Corp, FSC, and Climate Neutral. Here, we have compiled a list of some great sustainable furniture for a healthy workspace and planet.
Humanscale offers everything from desk accessories to lighting. Humanscle uses ergonomics, or the study of how people work most efficiently in an office, to design chairs that optimize comfort and productivity.
Humanscale goes beyond climate neutral to make its products climate-positive, meaning they take more carbon out of the atmosphere than the products release. In 2023, 26 of their products achieved that goal. Their products are also made using upcycled plastics, designed to be long-lasting and their manufacturing facilities run on 100% rainwater.
With personal customizations made just for you, multiple different price points, and a commitment to environmentally friendly practices, you can not go wrong with Humanscale.
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