From balms to bath towels, the 9 best sustainable deals to shop this Earth Day
The best deals from Filter-vetted brands for climate-conscious consumption that’s also easy on the wallet
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Durable, climate-conscious goods often come at a premium. After all, it’s a lot cheaper to churn out 1,000 plastic cutting boards out of a mold than to craft them from walnut and compost the tiniest scraps. Fortunately, a lot of our favorite brands are throwing Earth Day sales right now, making it more affordable to buy fewer, better things.
We’ve rounded up the best deals worth shopping from Filter-vetted brands, including responsibly sourced Burt’s Bees lip balm and a forever chemical-free Mammut jacket. While not every sale is strictly in honor of Earth Day, they’re all prime opportunities to snag products we love from brands we trust.
Anyday 4-Piece Glass Round Dish Set + Cookbooklet Bundle
To stash your leftovers or meal prep for the week, don’t miss this deal on Anyday glass storage containers that have been a Filter reader favorite since we first covered them in December. Emily Farris, a Filter US contributor, found they help her family waste less food and less time, since their plastic-free design can go directly from freezer to oven to dishwasher. And of course, they will not leech harmful microplastics or forever chemicals into your food. This bundle features two four-cup dishes in different depths, and you also get a handy cookbook for extra inspiration. To really stock up, try the 12-piece set for $180, down from $225 at 20% off.
Smartwool Women’s Hike Hoo Who Crew Socks
Whether you’re looking to keep your feet dry as you traverse soggy trails, or just stay cozy in your house slippers, Smartwool socks have earned Filter accolades many times over. Merino wool is naturally temperature- and moisture-regulating, keeping your feet warm without making them sweat. Smartwool uses only ZQ-certified wool, which comes from free-range sheep treated humanely. These spend-y socks very seldom go on sale, but right now both men’s and women’s items are on sale for up to 40% off directly from Smartwool, including hats, base layers, jackets and shorts.
Anker Nano Power Bank
Anker has one of the most aggressive Earth Day sales running, with up to 67% off some products, including $15 off the Nano power bank that the Filter UK named its favorite portable model thanks to its tiny size and impressive speed. Anker’s Nano chargers incorporate up to 80% recycled post-consumer plastic and come in plastic-free packaging. Campers planning summer adventures may also want to check out the ludicrous savings on the Solix F2000 Portable Power Station, which is down from $1,999 to $849. Nick Mokey, the Filter US editor, has tested half a dozen similar models, and says the smooth-rolling wheels, luggage-style handle and prodigious output make this an easy favorite.
Everlane The Linen Way-High Drape Pant
The brand Everlane has a documented history of reducing its greenhouse gas emissions every year, and a focus on organic, recycled and traceable materials. It’s one of the reasons a fashion expert gushed over a pair of 100% European flax linen trousers in our guide to giftable fashion. While that camel-hued colorway is currently sold out, a few sizes are available in this comparable pair in Natural Chambray that gives “rich mom on vacation” vibes. You get 40% off for its spring sale, and then an extra 20% in cart, making this pair look far more expensive than what you paid for them.
Brooklinen Super-Plush Turkish Cotton Bath Towels, Set of 2
There’s no luxury quite like a new set of plush and absorbent long-staple Turkish cotton towels, especially when they’re Oeko-Tex standard 100-certified to be free of harmful chemicals such as pesticides and lead. Jon Chan, a Filter US contributor, recently named this set of super-plush Turkish bath towels from Brooklinen as the best-value bundle you can buy. And at 25% off right now for the two full-sized bath towels, that rings even truer.
Helix Dusk Mattress
If you’re in the market for a new mattress, don’t sleep on the chance to grab the Helix, made with foams certified by Greenguard Gold and CertiPur-US, which ensure it’s free of forever chemicals and low on harmful emissions. Dan Ackerman, a sleep expert, recommended it to us when we asked him for sleep tips, and uses one himself. Make sure to use the code SPRING20 for the full discount.
Vivaia Pointed-Toe D’Orsay Flats
The Filter UK recently named these embellished pointed-toe flats from sustainable footwear brand Vivaia as one of the best party-ready options. The brand uses recycled and renewable materials such as rice husk outsoles and sugarcane EVA soles. Currently, tons of similar styles are on sale, but don’t miss this stunning pair available in seven fun-to-style colors and patterns for 47% off.
Mammut Mountain Pro 2.0 HS Hooded Jacket Women
Heather Balogh Rochfort, a Filter US contributor and outdoor junkie, recently picked a forever-chemical-free Mammut hardshell hooded jacket as your best bet for long days out on the trail. While that exact model isn’t currently on sale, this similar alternative with the same Mammut DRY Tour waterproof tech is a whopping half off. Plus, it’s made partly of recycled materials.
Burt’s Bees Mask Bundle Holiday Gift Set
Burts Bees has earned its reputation in sustainable skincare thanks to its responsible sourcing, low-waste packaging, focus on renewable materials and outstanding products. In our guide to the best lip balms, Burt’s Bees’ tinted version reigned supreme for adding a kiss of color and hydration to your pout. Our colleagues at the Filter UK also highlighted Burt’s baby shampoo and wash for its lather and heavenly honey scent in the best sustainable baby products. For a well-deserved care package, grab this on-sale kit containing two sheet masks, a lip mask and a conditioning lip balm to put your best face forward.
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