Set of 3 Endangered Species Pop up Sponges
Set of 3 Endangered Species Pop up Sponges
Introducing the NEW Plantish Future x GCF Set of 3 Endangered Species Pop up Sponges, inspired by Earth's endangered species in need of our awareness! This eco-friendly kitchen sponges are a great zero waste swap for your cleaning routine.
Made of 100% vegetable cellulose (wood pulp), these sponges feel and function like traditional sponges but are completely plant-based, plastic-free, and compostable. Join us in making a sustainable choice for your kitchen with the Set of 3 Endangered Species Pop up Sponges.
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durable: safe to use on non-stick cookware, copper and stainless steel, glassware and much more
- non-scratch: natural cellulose sponge creates generous foams and lather, so it is powerful enough to cut through greases and grime. at the same time, our sponge provides gentle agitation that won’t scratch your fine china and glasses
- 100% compostable and biodegradable: these pop-up sponges are made from 100% biodegradable plant-based cellulose that are safe for your home and our planet
- quick-drying: vegetable cellulose fiber is naturally durable and breathable, allowing the sponge to air dry quickly without collecting nasty smells.
- multi-purpose: these Pop-up kitchen sponges will meet your daily needs from washing your dishes and utensils to cleaning your kitchen countertops and sinks
- soak sponge in water and wait for it to expand
- use as regular normal sponge
- when smelly, boil sponge in water for a few minutes and air dry
- ideally dry completely between uses
- boil in water to kill bacteria
- avoid soaking in water
- place away from high heat or flames
- cut in small pieces, then place in the green bin to compost or directly compost in the backyard
- loofah can also be used like coconut fibre in the garden, excellent at water retention, growing seedlings, creating a potting mix, pest resistance, and use as bedding in worm bins
Why are cellulose sponges better than plastic ones?
- kitchen sponges are exposed to hundreds of different types of bacteria and experts recommend changing them once a week, which is problematic because plastic kitchen sponges take thousands of years to break down. it's recommended to use cellulose sponges which can be sanitized/disinfected in hot water (not recommended for plastic sponges)
- traditional sponges can shed micro plastics which can make their way into our water cycle and end up in our rivers, oceans and drinking water
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Completely plastic-free with no worries of microplastics or smelly sponges, lasting you for months on end.
Completely plastic-free with no worries of microplastics or smelly sponges, lasting you for months on end.
WHAT IS THE GLOBAL CONVERVATION FORCE?
SAVING WILDLIFE FROM EXTINCTION
They sponsor various Training and Gear Programs, currently focusing on projects developing K9 and Mounted Anti-Poaching Units and The Sponsor A Ranger Program.
By supporting and funding wildlife research and rehabilitation facilities, GCF raises awareness of the importance of animal conservation, also through various educational programs around the world!
Step up and make an impact. Awareness is key in environment and wildlife protection!
Learn more here
WHY THEY MATTER
PROTECTION OF ENDANGERED SPECIES
PANDA
Only 1,864 pandas left in the wild.
These adorable black and white bears originated from China and play an important role in the forest habitat where they live. Their fur collects seeds and plant matter, which is dispersed as they move around the forest.
Human development takes over pandas' habitat, making it harder to find bamboo and potential mates that are necessary to their survival. Our bamboo products are made with sustainably sourced bamboo from responsibly managed forests, which is non-threatening to pandas!
ELEPHANT
Loss of 33,000, on average, elephants per year.
The world's largest land mammal and one of the most highly intelligent species, the majority of these friendly herbivores prosper in the African continent.
Aside from their trunks, they are infamous for their ivory tusks, which are unfortunately highly sought after by poachers.
GIRAFFE
More than 40% of the giraffe population has decreased over the last 15 years.
The world's largest land mammal and one of the most highly intelligent species, the majority of these friendly herbivores prosper in the African continent.
Aside from their trunks, they are infamous for their ivory tusks, which are unfortunately highly sought after by poachers.
USING BAMBOO IN OUR PRODUCTS
Sustainably Sourced and Made
Bamboo is not only sustainable but one of the fastest-growing plants! It uses little water to grow, self-replenishes, requires no pesticides, fertilizer, or irrigation and is more economical than other woods. Not to mention that is less likely to crack compared to other wood materials.
All bamboo in our products is FSC certified, ensuring that they are sustainably sourced from regulated forests and not from natural forests that our few pandas call home.
MEET GCF'S WORKING DOGS!
ANTI-POACHING K9S
Since 2015, GCF has supported and sponsored K9 anti-poaching units. Prior to receiving a trained K9, they ensure that the ranger unit is certified and trained. They must also have a stable reserve management infrastructure that ensures they will be taken good care of!
These hardworking dogs and their relationships with animals are one of many things that caught our eyes (and our hearts) for the organization. Read more about them!
ANTI-POACHING K9S
MEET GCF'S WORKING DOGS!
Since 2015, GCF has supported and sponsored K9 anti-poaching units. Prior to receiving a trained K9, they ensure that the ranger unit is certified and trained. They must also have a stable reserve management infrastructure that ensures they will be taken good care of!
These hardworking dogs and their relationships with animals are one of many things that caught our eyes (and our hearts) for the organization. Read more about them!
LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE SPONGES AND GCF!
LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE SPONGES AND GCF!
Plastic sponges also can shed microplastics that can stay on surfaces and make their way into our water cycle. Ending up in our rivers, oceans, and water supply. This is why making the switch is not only better for the planet but also better for our health.
They come with perks too! Using these sponges can be sanitized/disinfected in hot water, something that can't be done to traditional sponges, and still do the same job!
If it ever starts to smell, you can boil the sponge in water for a few minutes and air dry it. This sanitizes and disinfects the sponge, something that can't be done with traditional plastic sponges.
Mike Veale, Founder and President of GCF explains that
"GCF works on the ground in up to 18 countries a year in Africa and Asia. We work hand-in-hand with rangers, communities, non-profits, government officials, wildlife veterinarians, and researchers to tackle multiple areas of need from the ground. We operate with 5 main pillars of conservation, each a life force of its own with multiple avenues.
Our core conservation pillars include - Anti-Poaching, Counter Wildlife Trafficking, Community Based Conservation Efforts, Education and Awareness, and True Conservation (Research, Wildlife Rehabilitation, Wildlife Veterinary). Each avenue tackles true issues where people and wildlife meet to make the strongest impact."
Thanks to these vetted efforts, we can thank GCF for keeping so much of our wildlife safe and for bringing much-needed awareness and education!
Currently, our biggest goal is to help multiple biodiverse reserves recover wildlife protection and conservation operations. This includes sponsoring ranger salaries, advanced ranger training programs, and equipment for the wildlife protection and conservation staff.
We are also working on purchasing land and creating wildlife corridors to re-wild and interconnect protected spaces, expanding protected biodiverse habitats with community selected and employed conservationists." – Mike Veale, Founder and President
These donations are important for them to keep doing the amazing and important work they do and why we want to get these proceeds to them!
Natural vs Plastic
Made with vegetable cellulose, making it both compostable and biodegradable
Vegetable cellulose is naturally durable and breathable
Powerful enough to cut through grease but gentle for delicate glasses
Takes hundreds of years to break down and decompose
Many have used toxic chemicals to be anti-odour or anti-bacterial
Can shed microplastics, making their way into our oceans & drinking water
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