Top 5 KC Businesses Combating Climate Change
By: Carolyn Franano, Pembroke Hill Sr. and Blog Editor
Kansas City is making huge progress in working toward a greener future for us all. One of the main driving forces that pushes KC to be more sustainable is the local businesses that are committing to combating climate change. Here are just five of the countless businesses going green:
Scraps KC is a store that provides a variety of recycled items. They sell everything from poster boards to pool sticks, and it’s all sustainable! Go check out the store, and donate any clothing scraps or sustainable items you don’t use anymore! https://scrapskc.org
Recycled Surfaces creates and sells products made from recycled glass.They sell table tops, insulation, and more! They get the glass from recycling companies in kansas city such as ripple glass, and turn it into amazing creations! Next time you need a new table, go to their website! https://glassrecycled.com
Bridging the Gap is a local nonprofit working to connect the environment and the community to clean up Kansas City. They provide the city with education and volunteer opportunities to improve the environment and the community. Go to their website and check out their Green Business Network to donate or volunteer! https://bridgingthegap.org
Green Kid Crafts is an amazing sustainable business that provides the community with science, technology, engineering, and math themed activities for kids. With a subscription, they will deliver them in a monthly box. You can teach your kids how to help the environment and learn STEM skills at the same time! https://www.greenkidcrafts.com/?sscid=61k4_b2229
ECOlunch box turns lunch into a waste free and plastic free experience! They sell reusable, sustainable lunch boxes and snack containers. Go to their website to replace your wasteful plastic bags with a much more functional and eco-friendly alternative! https://www.ecolunchboxes.com
