Green February is a month-long celebration of equestrian products and brands that are making a positive impact on the planet. We aim to raise awareness and promote sustainable practices and products in the equestrian industry. During Green February, riders, trainers, yards, and businesses are encouraged to take a closer look at the products they use and the companies they support, and to make conscious choices that prioritise sustainability and pro-environmental practices . From eco-friendly stable management products, recyclable horse care items, to sustainable riding clothing and equipment, Green February is an opportunity to celebrate and support those that are working to create a more sustainable future for the equestrian industry and the planet.
Don’t miss great green savings!
Save 10% across the Eco-Kind range this Green February. This discount is valid against most products marked as ‘Eco-Kind’, but excludes feed & bedding. The discount must be applied during the checkout and cannot be retroactively applied to your order. This discount is valid online only for delivery or Click & Collect, and will expire on 28 February 2023 at 23.59.
Eco-Kind
By shopping from our Eco-Kind range, you can play an active role in our sustainability efforts. Products displaying the Eco-Kind badge have been designed with sustainability as their key concern, and are made to have a lower environmental impact than similar products in their category.
Packaging
Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our packaging, including our recycled and recyclable mailing sacks, 100% recyclable semi-crepe paper tape, and biodegradable Bio Poly carrier bags. We also make an effort to reuse cardboard boxes and packaging materials, and recycle any damaged boxes on-site. Additionally, by not including a returns form in our parcels, we save a pine tree each month
Electric Vehicles
We also prioritise sustainable practices in our operations. We provide charging stations for our customers’ electric vehicles and have invested in an electric forklift to reduce our environmental impact when moving materials around the site.”
Solar Energy & Electricity
When building our new facility in 2019, we made a significant investment in solar panels to offset our electricity usage. The solar panels work by converting light into electricity, and they can even generate power on cloudy days. Additionally, to conserve energy, we have implemented automatic switch-off on all of our lighting systems
Help us make the change. As a business, our primary focus is providing our customers with the products they want. However, we also strive to do our part in protecting the environment. We have already added many eco-friendly items to our store, however you have the power to change businesses like ours with your shopping habits. Buy choosing to buy the types of products listed as “Eco-Kind”, your choices will shape our future buying decisions as we aim to cater to your preferences. We have always promoted the selection of high-quality, long-lasting products, and now with the addition of Eco-Kind products, there are even more ways to minimise our carbon “hoofprint”.
Are the products listed as Eco-Kind 100% sustainable & impact free? No, however they are products that have been produced with sustainability as their key concern. Products identified and listed by us as Eco-Kind will have been designed to be less damaging and reduce the environmental impact that products in their category normally would.
From reducing their carbon footprint to using sustainable materials, these brands are leading the way in eco-friendly practices. Whether it’s through implementing recycling programs or switching to renewable energy sources, these brands are making a real difference in the fight against climate change.
Charles Owen
Charles Owen are committed to minimising the impact of its activities on the environment. Their current practice includes:
- Rainwater harvesting from their factory roof which they use for production processes.
- Highly efficient heating system which re-circulated heat from machinery to provide heating to other areas of their building.
- Partner with Ecologi to fund forest restoration projects planting over 8– trees a year.
- Recyclable packaging, tape and shipping boxes
- Certification with Planet Mark
You can read more here
Kentucky Horsewear
Kentucky Horsewear are animal friendly and only use materials with no animal ingredients, like artificial leather, artificial sheepskin and artificial rabbit skin.
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Horseware Ireland®
Bag for life. Horseware® have introduced a reusable and sustainable “Bag for Life” to store their Rambo Turnouts Rugs as part of their commitment to reducing carbon footprint. The bag features a side stash pocket, roll top closure for fast access, and adjustable shoulder straps for comfortable wear. “A rug for life deserves a bag for life”
Amigo Plant-Dye. As part of their commitment to sustainable practices, one of Horseware’s® newest innovation is the introduction of their Amigo® Plant-Dye Turnout and Stable Rug, the first of it’s kind. Producing zero carbon emission from their Plant-Dye factory and zero drainage bring them two steps closer to reducing carbon footprints.
Eco-Collection. Crafted from recycled plastic, organic cotton and natural hemp, these rugs are crafted with the same technology Horseware® fans have grown to know and love, without the environmental impact
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Equetech
Equetech have teamed up with Ecologi to plant trees all over the world. They have currently already planted 4,507 trees! We have also joined this mission as we will include an Equetech tree bomb with all Equetech products bought with us*
*While stocks last
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Ariat
A large range of Ariat products are crafted from Recycled Polyester, Eco Bloom, Bluesign certified, EcoDry Technology, Ethically Sourced Wool or Ethically Sourced Down. These are some of Ariat’s sustainable initiatives to ensure they are making every effort to look after people, our animals and our planet.
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We would love to know any tips, tricks and habits that you have created to help you put your best foot forward when it comes to sustainable equestrian living. Be sure to tag us in them on social media @redposteq, #RideWithRedpost.
