You may know Green Salon Collective (GSC) for its dedication to recycling and fostering sustainability within the hair and beauty industry. The B Corp recently announced five new salons to its ‘one-tonne club’ including En Route Hair & Beauty, Hunter Collective and S.J Forbes. For those who don’t know, salons in the ‘one-tonne club’ have significantly contributed to the environment. How? Recycling, reusing, or repurposing over one tonne (1000 kilograms) of hair, colour tubes, and salon foil instead of sending the waste to landfill. It’s an impressive feat and a task all salons should aim for in 2024.
The ‘one-tonne club’
We applaud the commitment and dedication of these five salons to eco-friendly practices and responsible waste management. By joining the ‘one-tonne club’, they demonstrate a passion for sustainability and play a pivotal role in reducing waste and carbon emissions.
Here’s an inspiring stat
Here’s an inspiring stat: The salons have collectively saved 8,183 kilograms of waste and 2182.28 CO2 equivalent (CO2e) emissions by not sending the waste to landfills. This effort shows a genuine determination to contribute to a greener planet.
A testament
Green Salon Collective says it’s thrilled to have these salons as part of the ‘one-tonne club.’ It’s a testament to their commitment to creating a more environmentally responsible and sustainable future.
Fry Taylor
“We are honoured to induct these five salons into the Green Salon Collective Sustainability Club,” says Fry Taylor, Co-founder of GSC. “Their dedication to sustainability and responsible waste management is inspirational. We look forward to collaborating further to drive positive change.”
Quotes from some of the inducted salons:
Melenie Tudor at En Route Hair & Beauty says: “Working with Green Salon Collective has hugely impacted my business. I feel proud that we have prevented a tonne of waste going to landfill and have spread the word about recycling.”
Lacey Hunter-Felton at Hunter Collective says: “Hunter Collective is thrilled to join the ‘The One Tone Club’. Every Hunter Collective member has contributed to this achievement. It’s an amazing milestone to hit as a community. It’s wonderful to know that all hair, colour tubes and foil from our locations have been recycled, reused, or repurposed with Green Salon Collective.”
Hayley Gibson-Forbes at S.J Forbes says: “I’m so happy and grateful to be part of the ‘one-tonne club’, knowing every recycled effort weighs a ton in positive impact. Thank you to all our clients for supporting us in contributing to a greener tomorrow.”
About Green Salon Collective:
Green Salon Collective is a B-Corp-certified organisation committed to advancing sustainability in the salon industry. They work closely with salons and businesses to reduce waste, lower carbon emissions, and promote responsible waste management, contributing to a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly future. Learn more here
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