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Transforming Taunton’s Local Communities With My Carbon Coach
My Carbon Coach, a small eco-conscious shop located in Taunton, embarked on a mission to make a significant positive impact on the planet by providing sustainable living solutions to its community. Founded in September 2021 by an environmental science graduate, the business set out to assist people in their journey towards a greener lifestyle. In this blog, we explore how My Carbon Coach partnered with Miniml, to further its mission and create a thriving eco-friendly retail space. Background The journey of My Carbon Coach began with a passion for environmental conservation. Armed with an environmental science degree, Tim, the shop’s founder, made a decision to start a business focused on promoting sustainable living. With minimal market research but a heart full of determination, the shop opened its doors to Taunton. My Carbon Coach's introduction to Miniml came through social media. The values of the brand aligned perfectly with My Carbon Coach's mission: affordability, circularity through refillable containers, and vegan-friendly products. It was the perfect fit. Expanding the Offerings In January of the following year, My Carbon Coach expanded its in-store refillery to include a selection of Miniml refills. The initial product offerings included laundry liquid, washing up liquid, and white vinegar. These additions resonated with customers, drawing their attention to the circular and waste-free system Miniml offered. Over time, the range of Miniml products in the shop expanded, and pre-filled glass bottles were introduced, making it easier for customers to start their refill journey. Reducing Plastic Waste One of the remarkable achievements of the partnership between My Carbon Coach and Miniml has been the significant reduction in plastic waste. Through the refillery, customers could refill their containers repeatedly, whereas the shop owner could send the bulk refills back to Miniml for cleaning and refilling. This closed-loop system dramatically minimised the plastic waste generated by the shop. While it became challenging to keep an exact count, it is estimated that the shop has saved hundreds of plastic bottles, with each 20-litre container providing approximately 50 refills. Customer Favorites The Miniml Rhubarb and Lemon Washing Up Liquid emerged as a clear customer favorite in My Carbon Coach's product lineup. Customers appreciate its unique scent and the fact that it stands apart from supermarket offerings. Notably, the affordability of Miniml products compared to leading brands in supermarkets is a significant selling point. Customers are genuinely enthusiastic about Miniml's circular system, recognising its genuine commitment to environmental sustainability. Transforming Communities The partnership between My Carbon Coach and Miniml exemplifies how a shared commitment to sustainability can drive positive change in a local community. Through Miniml's circular and waste-free system, My Carbon Coach has not only reduced its environmental footprint but also empowered its customers to make more eco-conscious choices. The success of this collaboration serves as a shining example of how eco-friendly brands can support and uplift small eco-entrepreneurs on a mission to create a greener world. As My Carbon Coach celebrates its second year, the shop continues to assist Taunton in its journey towards a more sustainable and eco-friendly future.Have you visited your local stockist yet? Go to our Stockist Finder to find the nearest Miniml refill station.
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Earthian Zero Waste Shop: A Sustainable Partnership with Miniml
Have you ever wondered what happens when a determined zero-waste shop teams up with a like minded supplier? A Winchester based business, Earthian Zero Waste Shop is one of our Miniml stockists with a mutual mission to save the planet from plastic waste and toxic chemicals. Here’s how Miniml contributed to the Earthian’s business and their local community so far. Earthian’s Origins: In the year of 2020, amidst the start of the pandemic, the Earthian’s owner Katie committed to the new business despite the uncertainty and potential restrictions. Fuelled by a passion for waste reduction, she created a sanctuary for green-minded folks, where sustainable living is the norm. Although the choice was risky, there was a growing demand for packaging-free products, therefore the obstacles did not slow down the opening and growth of her shop. Joining Miniml’s Closed Loop System. The main goal of Earthian’s business was to find Closed Loop suppliers - manufacturers that not just provide recyclable packaging, but take it back to be reused again and again. When it came to choosing the supplier of household liquids, Miniml ticked all the boxes. Reusable packaging, as well as products that are free from sulphates, palm oil, and other nasties, made it a clear choice. Stocking Miniml since day one at Earthian, Katie started with our small range of 10 products which has now evolved to a full range collection of 30 products. By choosing Miniml’s Closed Loop products, Earthian managed to reduce the packaging waste in her shop and at their customers’ home. Started with 10 products and now to stockin our full range of 30 products, Refill Revolution: Earthian Zero Waste Shop has spared 12,000 plastic bottles from landfill doom! By providing bulk refills to our stockist in the sizes of up to 200L, Earthian has been able to give new life to 200 - 300 litres of cleaning and personal care liquids every month. Refilling and reusing never looked this cool. Performance that Pops: Here's the scoop: Customers adore Earthian Zero Waste Shop's offerings and rave about Miniml's A-game performance. Our non-Bio Laundry Detergent and Eco Fabric Conditioner are bestsellers amongst their visitors that proves going green doesn't mean sacrificing quality. Competitive pricing, natural ingredients, and invigorating scents have set Miniml apart from other eco and conventional, big brand names. Miniml’s partnership with Earthian is a power-packed partnership that's all about action, not just words. Together, we're fuelling eco-friendly choices, sparking change, and turning the planet a shade greener. With every refill, every container saved, we make sustainability a journey we can all embark on. Looking to find your local refill shop that stocks Miniml? Go to our Stockist Finder to search for your nearest store!
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Miniml Reaching Scottish Highlands. Introducing our Invergordon stockist "Contain Yourself"
Contain Yourself refill shop opened its doors in the beautiful Scottish Highland town Invergordon early May this year. It was a greatly awaited place to shop eco cleaning, personal care products, food, zero-waste gifts, and more. For those enjoying leisurely activities, the owners even set up outside tables to enjoy snacks and beverages to take a break from the daily rush. Ivergordon is a nature-rich place - full of wildlife and natural beauty, and it was important to set up a business with a mission to help customers shop with no harm to the environment. When it came to choosing what products to stock in their shop, the highest criteria for the owners was to choose a good personal care range, which is not only eco-friendly, but also with efficient, high-quality formulations. According to the feedback, generally people are more forgiving toward cleaning products but female customers prefer to use high-standard shampoo and conditioner in their hair. After researching similar brands to Miniml, the team came across some great reviews of Miniml hair care range and opted for our products based on the feedback relating to the personal care range. The store started stocking Miniml from day one and their customers have really taken to some of the refills. The extra benefits of the brand - Closed Loop System, UK made, cruelty free, and vegan credentials, gave an additional highlight to their positive choice of the range. Furthermore, the pleasant, natural fragrances were a huge advantage! The shop’s current bestsellers from Miniml are the Fresh Linen Laundry Liquid & Conditioner, as well as the Wild Rhubarb + Lemon Washing Up Liquid. The NEW Dog Shampoo has been very popular too so they have now begun offering refills as well! As a newly launched business, the Contain Yourself team has started counting the plastic waste they’ve been saving from landfill, and will be recording the statistics throughout the year to share the figures with us. They’re confident that there have already been hundreds of single use plastic containers saved from entering the waste system. Considering Contain Yourself is a new business in a secluded town of the North of Scottish Highlands, they are pleased with the achievements so far but are planning to continue doing much more. We wish them all the best! Are you stocking Miniml or using our products in your business? Let us know your success story and how much plastic you saved by using our products so far!
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