We should all focus on Green Friday rather than Black Friday

We're becoming more conscious of our spending and the impact it'll undoubtedly have on the planet so supporting something like Black Friday doesn't sit right with us.

This year we're doing what we can to ignore the waves of sales and discounts and are focusing on sustainable Irish businesses who genuinely need our support.

We've seen far too many independent businesses suffer throughout the years and it's because we're not supporting them enough.

But how can Green Friday help and what is it?

Green Friday is an anti-Black Friday movement that was started in 2015. The aim of Green Friday is to raise awareness about the negative impacts of society's shopping habits.

People are encouraged to reflect on their shopping and spending habits. They're also urged to make better purchasing decisions by shopping locally and sustainably.

There are so many incredible Irish businesses to support this Green Friday like Clo Chocolates. Handcrafted by French chocolatier, Clotilde Rambaud, each creation from Clo Chocolates embodies the artistry and passion that has made this brand a standout in the Irish confectionery world. Clo Chocolates is crafted with traceable cocoa beans, 100% sustainable, and no palm oil.

Kopper Kreation is another sustainable brand you need to check out. If you're looking for the perfect Christmas gift with a sustainable touch then this is the one for you. The Dublin-based brand is known for its industrial-style homewares and offers a range of stunning, upcycled copper pieces ideal for adding character to any space this holiday season. Created by Emmet Bosonnet, each piece in the Kopper Kreation collection is thoughtfully handcrafted from reclaimed and recycled copper plumbing pipes and fittings. Over 75% of the material used is recycled.

How are you supporting Green Friday this year?

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