Sustainability, Ethics, and Environmental Impact
I am always learning how to do my work in the best way possible, which includes shipping and packaging with sustainable options, sourcing materials transparently, and supporting environmental conservation efforts.
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Carbon-neutral shipping
When possible, I use carbon-neutral shipping services. These services purchase carbon offsets in proportion to the estimated emissions produced during shipping.
Recyclable packaging
- Padded mailers are made of plastic #4, recyclable at designated processing centres.
- Safety packaging is made of thick paper cardstock (recyclable) and a white styrofoam insert (recyclable at designated processing centres).
- Jewellery packaging is an unbranded slim box. Please enjoy reusing this box as a gift box, travel jewellery box, or small storage box.
Ethical sourcing
The majority of gemstones are directly from gem cutters working in the countries where the gems are mined. Many of my natural sapphires are purchased from independent women gem-cutters in Thailand. Some gemstones are sourced from Canadian gem sellers.
In general, I avoid sourcing gemstones through commercial trade, because these gems are sold at enormous markups in Western markets while paying very little to communities at the source.
Precious metals are sourced and alloyed by my local caster.
Wildlife conservation
Each year, ten percent of jewellery proceeds are donated to wildlife conservation projects. In 2024, I chose to give to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.