SUSTAINABILITY POLICY

You might not think a freelance web developer and graphic designer would be invested in preventing and reducing their environmental impact, but I am. Since I’m a sole proprietor business and solely work alone and from home, I am very conscious of my daily life choices.

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Here’s a shortlist of practices I do at home (not a complete list):

• I’ve adopted a minimalist and zero-waste lifestyle.

• I scarcely print anything, but when I do I try to only use sources that have sustainable options.

• I do all my work over the computer and do not need to use transportation.

• My house runs 100% on solar from a community solar field.

• All my lightbulbs are LED.

• My thermostat is programmed to be at optimal energy-saving temperatures.

• I regularly use daylight instead of interior lighting, and if I do, it is minimal.

• I compost all organics – food scraps and yard waste.

• I recycle everything that is allowed to be recycled – paper, glass, metals, and plastics.

• My house is surrounded by untouched woods and I grow perennials and natural species in my yard. I have some no-mow areas as well. 

• I try to invest in only high-quality materials and items that are made to last.

• At the grocery store, I use mesh produce bags and grocery bags, along with purchasing bulk foods in reusable containers.

• I educate others on clean, sustainable living.

• I volunteer with Sustainable Stillwater MN.

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However, there's always room for improvement.

• I am continually working to reduce random waste (includes refusing single-waste plastics from other businesses).

• I want to purchase more houseplants that have air-purifying qualities.

• I want to plant more plants for pollinators.

• I want to replace my showerheads, faucets, and toilets to be low flow.

• I want to eat more fruits, vegetables, and grains and less meat. 

• I want to buy fairtrade coffee and teas.