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Sustainability First: Eco-Friendly Gifts For Your Love This Valentine’s Day

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Valentine’s Day is almost here but novelty gifts carry a hefty carbon footprint and are likely to become just another item collecting dust.

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10 months ago

February 8, 2024

Marlena Leonard

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Valentine’s Day is almost here, and while novelty gifts like heart-shaped plates or giant teddy bears are great fun for the theme of the day – they carry a hefty carbon footprint and are likely to become just another item collecting dust.

This Valentine’s Day, if you try opting for more sustainable options, you’re likely to support the local economy at the same time!

Instead of those novelty gifts, consider options like Bahamian-made candles, or Bahamian-made chocolate, or a functional gift like a mug your partner will be able to enjoy and use again and again.

Flowers are also a staple for the season of love. You can try to make this year’s bouquet greener by opting for locally-grown or seasonal flowers, or organic fair-trade flowers where you can find them.

Finally, if you’re more of a romantic and want to gift jewelry, consider looking into the ethical background of where your jewelry is coming from, to avoid supporting jewelry mined in poor working conditions, and treated with chemicals that are harmful to the environment.