CHOOSE PLASTIC NEGATIVE
WITH MONARC
Making better products in a better way to make the planet better.
OUR PLASTIC NEGATIVE PROMISE
REMOVING TWICE AS MUCH PLASTIC FROM NATURE AS USED IN OUR PRODUCTS
“We started Monarc for one reason and that was to do better. We don’t want to be another a company that just has a sustainable line, but a company that puts sustainability at our core. Once we discovered rePurpose Global it was a no-brainer for us, their values and mission perfectly align with what we want to achieve. Becoming a plastic negative brand helps us take our mission to the next level to offset the unavoidable plastic created in development as well achieving our mission of doing better.”
— Nate & Jesse - Founders
HOW IT WORKS
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CALCULATE
The first step in our journey was to understand where we are at, in order to inform future action. We established our current plastic footprint and committed to pledging a percentage of every product purchase towards the removal of nature-bound plastic waste.
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FINANCE
We fund the elimination of twice as much plastic waste from oceans and landfills as we produce through our collaboration with vetted rePurpose Impact Projects, which are empowering waste workers to tackle plastic waste in local communities.
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REDUCE
Going Plastic Negative is a continuous commitment, and that’s why we are working with rePurpose Global to develop a future roadmap reducing the use of virgin plastics in our products — and build a more circular business and delivery model.
IMPROVING THE WAY YOU CARRY FOR A MORE SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLE.
IMPACT THAT UNITES THE WORLD
When we choose to take action on our plastic waste, we create meaningful impact in a world without borders. We fund waste management facilities and empower local communities in geographies without the necessary infrastructure to remove, recover, and recycle plastic waste which would have otherwise remained in the environment for centuries.
SUPERCHARGING SYSTEMIC IMPACT
First, we work with vetted and experienced circular economy and waste management ventures. Next, we fund programs that enable these ventures to scale up plastic waste avoidance, removal, recovery, and recycling efforts. Finally, through thorough due diligence, we ensure adherence to global environmental and labor standards.
It takes an army to fight the ongoing plastic waste crisis, and with rePurpose Global, we are able to create tangible environmental and socio-economic impact. We’re not only helping remove plastic waste from the environment, but we’re also enabling steady livelihoods for forgotten waste workers across the globe.
1,540kgs of Plastic Waste Diverted From Oceans and Landfills Annually
40Waste Workers & Family Members Provided with Additional Income
770,000Single-Use Plastic Pouches Removed
From Nature
MONARC’S PLASTIC NEGATIVE JOURNEY
STEP 1: SUSTAINABLE SOURCING
Monarc makes all of their products using recycled plastic bottles. The plastic bottles used to make the fabric are certified by the global recycled standard. To further the efforts of sustainability we partnered with rePurpose global to make sure we offset any plastic used in our products and beyond.
STEP 2: THE PLASTIC NEGATIVE SHIFT
Building on rePurpose Global’s belief that businesses can positively impact the environment and society, Monarc has gone Plastic Negative. Through our partnership, we go above and beyond by eliminating twice our plastic footprint, reversing the impact of plastic pollution.
STEP 3: THE FINAL DESTINATION
The mission to do better will always challenge Monarc to look at how to improve their sustainability goals. Leaving nothing behind is of strong importance to the brand and they are always looking for ways to strengthen their circular lifecycle for the products and packaging.
THIS IS HOW MUCH PLASTIC YOU
WASTE EVERY YEAR
The first step to real change always begins with understanding our existing reality. The way we live our lives today, we understand that it’s impossible to avoid plastic entirely. But with this simple survey, you can learn about your personal plastic consumption - and find yourself in the position to take action on it.
It’s a small step for you, and a significant leap for the planet.
ABOUT REPURPOSE GLOBAL
rePurpose Global is the world's leading Plastic Action Platform dedicated to reducing waste, reviving lives, and restoring nature's balance. Through our pioneering ecosystem of solutions that span across advisory, action, and advocacy, we help people and companies calculate, reduce, and offset their plastic footprint, while empowering grassroots innovators on the cutting edge of solving for our planet's future.
To date, we've created systemic change for people across 26 countries and hundreds of purposeful brands worldwide. On behalf of our global coalition, we eliminate millions of pounds of plastic waste from nature every year, and in doing so, positively impact the lives of 10,000+ marginalized waste workers and community members worldwide.
