Sustainable gifting this Christmas
Sustainability Victoria encourages sustainable gifting because it minimises the amount of unwanted gifts and waste associated with these gifts.
We do our best at OKIKOKI to ensure our Okikoki bags to meet the guidelines of sustainable gifts.
Okikoki bags are made from raw materials and quality products that your loved ones need.
What are sustainable gifts?
“Choosing sustainable gifts is about considering the health, environmental and social impact of each item. As with all sustainable shopping, this includes where the product was made, the materials it was made from, how it is packaged, and any energy efficiency ratings. Sustainable gifting is an opportunity to take your sustainability a step further,” according to Sustainability Victoria.
Types of sustainable gifts:
- Donations
- Experiences rather than things
- Kris Kringle / Secret Santa
- Sustainable raw materials and quality products
- Holiday souvenirs
Five questions to ask when shopping for sustainable gifts:
- Does your loved one really need it?
- Was the gift made or grown locally?
- Is the gift made from biodegradable or recycled materials?
Wherever possible, choose biodegradable gifts, gifts made from materials that can be recycled or gifts made from recycled materials as much as possible. These products will have less negative impact on our waterways, air and soil once you have finished using them. Avoid gifts and souvenirs made from wildlife such as shells and ensure that any wooden products are made from sustainable sources.
- Does the gift have an energy efficiency rating or guarantee? Is it environmentally-friendly?
- How is the gift packaged?
Sustainability Victoria says, “Every time we purchase a product we have the option to shop sustainably. Decide on an area that's important to you and start making a difference through your choices.”
OKIKOKI has no affiliation with Sustainability Victoria - we care about the environment so we share their messages.
Sustainability Victoria's statutory objective is to facilitate and promote environmental sustainability in the use of resources. Established under the Sustainability Victoria Act 2005, SV is a statutory authority with a board appointed by the Minister for Environment and Climate Change.