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Eco Promotional Products, Inc. will donate cans of veggies for you to “ Like us” on Facebook or “Follow us” on Twitter. Help us feed the hungry. We will be making a donation of cans of veggies to the Greater Chicago Food Depository to help feed the hungry. We are asking you to become an Eco Promotional Products, Inc. “fan” and together we’ll make a difference in many lives. For more information on our chosen charity, please visit www.chicagosfoodbank.org and learn about this worthy cause. Expires 2/14/12
Top 12 Corporate Green Holiday Gifts
Green giving doesn’t have to break the bank. It’s that time of year again and we know picking the perfect, eco-friendly holiday gift can be tough. EPP has made it easy for you by listing our top twelve corporate holiday gifts, spanning the top, most popular, price points. Give gifts that show your appreciation and in return are much appreciated, usable, reusable, and sustainable!
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EPP Partner Spotlight - Napa Valley Wine Trail Coalition
 The Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition is a grassroots, nonprofit organization with a goal of building a walking/biking trail, connecting the entire Napa Valley. Their vision is to build, design and maintain 44 miles of family-friendly trails starting from Vallejo Ferry to Calistoga. This year the Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition celebrated its three-year anniversary on October 14th. They brought in their anniversary with a birthday bash. The free event featured a silent auction, food, wine, eco savvy give-aways and speeches.
EPP Recycled Lanyards (above) and sturdy jute tote bags (below)
 Eco Promotional Products, Inc. (EPP) is a proud trading partner of the Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition. The organization continues to reinforce their environmentally friendly cause, supported with eco-friendly products purchased from EPP. To learn more about the Napa Valley Trail Coalition visit, www.vinetrail.org and visit our site at www.ecopromotionsonline.com
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Océ North American Partners with Eco Promotional Products Inc.
Océ is one of the worldwide leading providers of document management services in the printing industry. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Océ stands firmly behind its motto of “Green Business is Good Business”. The company offers innovative products and proudly runs its business in a manner befitting a responsible corporate citizen. Having recently become part of the Canon Group of Companies, Océ is now, more than ever, enabling customers to manage documents in an eco-efficient way. Last year, through their remanufacturing processes, Océ only sent 2.2% of its industrial waste to landfills. Also, Océ was able to reuse 20% of their parts and recycle 83% of their waste. The company continues to be a global leader in sustainability. Partnering with Eco Promotional Products Inc. (EPP) has only helped to reinforce their sustainability message. EPP is able to provide them with safe, affordable and eco-friendly alternatives to regular branded products that do not have the best interests of the environment in mind. Océ is a company to watch.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBssbeolJTs
Why Buy USA Made – It’s Your Choice
When making a purchase, the first consideration on a consumer’s mind is not, “Was this made in the USA?” The consumer’s first thoughts are usually, “how much does this cost,” “how long will this last,” or “is it worth this much?” These are all smart questions and their answers need to be addressed. However, they do not take into consideration the bigger picture. Where is my money going? Is it going into our economy or funding someone else’s? Am I supporting a sweat shop? In these rough economic times the American economy needs to be stimulated; that begins with being conscious of where your money is going.
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Green Technology
What does “Green technology” mean to you? To Eco Promotional Products, Inc, (EPP) it is technology that protects the Earth from further pollution, does not use our non-renewable resources and allows our clients to promote environmental savings. Green technology can include: reusable products, energy savers, recycled products, RoHs Compliant products, technology run on solar power, techy products made from recycled materials, even USA made products because they are promoting fair wages and local materials. Green technology does not mean avoiding buying the products you need but finding smarter alternatives in materials and manufacturing and researching how they can be disposed of when their product life is done. It may also mean less devices and smarter platforms.
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Preplanning
Preplanning is a big part of the order process. It is “business as usual” for Eco Promotional Products, Inc. (EPP) to process rush orders. Some customers need products in months while others need products by the end of the week. We are able to process orders on tight deadlines, however, the time, resources and extra costs are unnecessary burdens on the customer and the environment.
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Top 5 Tips for Green Company Picnics
It’s that time of the year again; businesses are getting ready for their annual company get-togethers. Here are some must-have tips for keeping them green.
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Greening Your Vocabulary – Confusing Terms Deciphered
The act of going green has caught on but our vocabulary has not. The recent years have brought a wave of companies, products and people “going green.” The informers of these groups throw words around such as “environmental stewardship,” “sustainability,” and “social compliance.” We hear these words almost every day but if we were asked to define them, could we? For a majority of people the answer would be no. Let’s go back and re-learn some of the words and terms that define the green world.
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Earth Day Everyday
Earth day began on April 22, 1970. America was in the middle of the Vietnam War and protest was on the tips of everyone’s tongue. Starting a day dedicated to the Earth was a foreign concept, “Groups that had been fighting against oil spills, polluting factories and power plants, raw sewage, toxic dumps, pesticides, freeways, the loss of wilderness, and the extinction of wildlife suddenly realized they shared common values” (Earth Day Network). What began as a gamble became a movement that has lasted over 40 years.
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How can you help a country in need, across the world, with the click of your mouse?
Follow Eco Promotional Products, Inc. on Facebook and Twitter and we will plant a tree, in your honor, in Haiti! Eco Promotional Products, Inc. is dedicated to helping the environment through our products and initiatives and wants to give our followers a chance to join in. The January 12, 2010 earthquake that hit Haiti caused so much devastation that a year later the country still needs a great deal of help. Help promote a greener tomorrow in Haiti and follow us. Don’t wait too long; this offer ends March 31, 2011.
High Lead Content in Grocery Totes
In an effort to go green many grocery stores are opting for reusable grocery totes rather than landfill bound plastic bags. The problem with this eco-friendly switch is that the lead content in some of these bags has been found to be high. The group Center for Consumer Freedom tested bags and found that 30 percent of those tested had lead content higher than the norm. “Consumers should not be scared,” the group said but the Federal government needs to extend standards on lead to products other than children’s toys and paint.
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Youth Environmental Symposium
As we move into an era of unprecedented environmental challenges and pressures, how can an ethic of environmental sustainability be meaningfully integrated across jobs and sectors? This was the question we asked Lake County high school students and teachers to consider at our 2010 Youth Environmental Symposium (Yes) Working for a Greener Planet. Part of the larger Business of Being Green program thrust in 2010, the symposium included twenty- two professionals from a range of job sectors from an urban planner, to a green chef, to a wildlife biologist, to a green entrepreneur among others to describe their job, their path, and how their work contributes to creating a more sustainable environment.
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Green Your New Year
Going green is a perfect new year’s resolution. Unlike losing weight and quitting some old habits going green takes no hassle or will power. It just takes a few simple alternatives to everyday life. And eco friendly alternatives in the office or home will save you money and help the planet.
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Greening Our Government
The first-ever GreenGov Supply Chain Summit, hosting 150 different companies from all over the country was held in Chicago on November 16, 2010. The summit was held to announce a voluntary collaboration between the Federal Government and vendors and suppliers to create a greener and cleaner supply chain. Michelle Sheldon, President of Eco Promotional Products, Inc. was invited and gladly attended the the summit. Certainly, the opportunity to contribute towards a greener and cleaner supply chain has been a long standing goal of Sheldon’s company. And there is a clear opportunity to participate in sales to the Federal Government, a purchaser of some 500 billion in goods and services annually.
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Green Transportation Travel Tips
Holiday travel, sales “kick-off” meetings and conferences are in full force this time of the year. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure the effects on the environment are the same. The transportation sector is the fastest growing source of greenhouse gases with approximately one-third of the CO2 emissions coming from it. If businesses and individuals use green alternatives for transportation the environment will be the beneficiary. So, which form of transportation produces the least amount of green gas emissions?
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Corporate Holiday Giving-Environmental Responsibility Year-Round
The holidays are a time of fun, family, traditions and gifts. During the holiday season many companies show their appreciation to their best customers and employees without concerning themselves with the environment when giving gifts. The common misconceptions that green products cost more or are not as attractive as regular products usually causes them not to get considered. But in this time of corporate social responsibility and with the scrutiny the public now puts on companies the need to be environmentally responsible is crucial.
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The Younger Generation of "Green"
The 2nd annual Cantigny Green Festival in Wheaton, IL was held Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010. The fair, co-produced by Cantigny & School and Community Assistance for Recycling & Composting (SCARCE), celebrated "what's working in our local community-for people, business and the environment." Promoting a green and safe environment the fair had activities for families, a fashion show, and booths set up to buy and sample green products. The fair showcased the "Going Green" phenomenon that has been taken up by celebrities and large corporations. The question that arises is who is really being affected? Is this really changing the view of future generations?
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Cotton Prices on the Rise
The world's cotton prices are now 50% more than last year. With prices increasing from about 60 cents per pound to 90 cents per pound; these prices are expected to increase more in the coming months. The price increases are a result of worldwide shortage of cotton coupled with natural disasters which has destroyed much of the cotton crop, thus the world is now faced with the prospect of higher commodity prices.
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Recycling Works: A Toolkit for Reducing Waste in the Workplace
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s Recycling Works: A Tool Kit for Reducing Waste in the Workplace is designed to provide businesses, schools, universities, and other institutions with up-to-date information to evaluate and establish waste reduction programs that are compatible with operations, cost-effective, and sustainable. Recycling Works presents an overview of the value of waste reduction in the workplace and the steps to plan a waste reduction program tailored to a business’s specific needs, capabilities and goals. The program has also  incorporated sustainable practices that can be implemented as well to promote a cleaner, greener environment. With the information presented, institutions will gain a better understanding of environmentally-friendly and cost-effective ways to manage their waste streams.
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Five Ways Eco Promotional Products Deliver a High ROI
There are a variety of eco promotional products on the market – from custom mouse pads and flash drives to organic apparel. And while some consumers fear that eco promotional items come at a premium price, that isn’t always the case. Here are five ways eco promotional products deliver a high return on investment.
The Impact of Choosing Made in USA Products
In tough economic times, Americans consumers are presented with a paradox – to seek out made in USA products to support our national economy or to purchase items manufactured overseas at a discounted price. There are few made in USA products currently on the market that are less expensive than imported goods. However, price is not always the most important factor to consider when making a purchase.
Eco Promotional Products, Inc. is Selected Partner to Help DuPage Water Commission Reach a Population of over 750,000 to Improve Efficiency of Water Use
On June 22, 2010 the DuPage Water Commission (DWC) chose Eco Promotional Products, Inc. as its partner to provide water conservation tools and educational materials to support their program. As part of its ongoing commitment to provide reliable, quality, and cost-efficient Lake Michigan water service, the DWC launched its Water Conservation and Protection Program (WCAPP). The program's overall goal is to achieve a 10% reduction in per person water use within 10 years.
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Environmentally Friendly Conferences and Meetings on the Rise
The accepted practices exchange (APEX) is in the process of finalizing standards for green meetings and events. The immediate goal of outlining these standards and practices is to come up with environmental best practices to be applied to meetings, conferences and tradeshows nationally. The long term goal is for all of these events to evolve into environmentally friendly conferences and events. So how do you begin the transformation?
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Are Promotional Products Branded With Your Logo Still Relevant?
Large companies hosting trade shows and events have always been heavy on the giveaways and takeaways - promotional products branded with their logo. Promotional products are marketing genius because people love free stuff and companies love to see consumers using items with their corporate logo. But as companies are under increasing pressure to reduce their carbon footprint and focus on sustainability, where do promotional items fit in? Are they still relevant?
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How Colleges are Going Green in Smaller Ways - Promotional Items, Organic Apparel and More
With Earth Day fast approaching, there is a lot of talk about "going green." This trend is especially prevalent on college campuses, and not surprisingly the shift toward sustainability is largely student-directed. And while much of the focus is on large-scale efforts to green campuses by decreasing consumption and conserving energy, there are smaller efforts that can also make a big impact.
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Corporate Environmental & Social Responsibility Statement
Eco Promotional Products, Inc. corporate policies help to reduce landfill use, reduce the use of non-rapidly renewable resources and advocate for human rights issues. We are leaders in helping organizations brand themselves on their environmentally and socially responsible issues. We do this by providing them with only sustainable promotional products to impart their green message. We help direct our clients towards merchandise that eliminates gimmicky junk that ends up in a landfill. And we provide exceptional service at affordable prices. Thus, enabling our clients to better afford eco-friendly promotional products.
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Promote your Brand with Personalized Bags
As market competition continues to increase, companies are continuously looking to develop new and surefire ways to promote their brand. To this end, promotional products continue to be an effective brand-popularizing tool. Companies are using mainstay promotional giveaways like keychains, mouse pads, fridge magnets, caps, t-shirts, and other items to create a lasting impression of their brand in customers’ minds. Personalized Bags are perhaps the most popular promotional item used by companies, as they can be easily branded with the company’s logo and tagline, they are relatively economical and yet they are readily displayed over a long period of time.
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Earth Day Promotional Items: Choices Galore
Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22nd. On Earth Day, we consider our impact on the world that we live in and focus on conservation and using only those items that are eco-friendly and cause no harm to our environment and its inhabitants. Thanks in large part to “Save the Earth” movements and numerous environmental campaigns all over the world, more and more people are working to protect the environment from further degradation. Green movements also have an impact on corporations. Companies are under tremendous pressure from consumers. Legislators are realizing the need to switch to eco-friendly technologies and processes.
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Sustainable Green Meetings, a Plan of Action for Results
February 16, 2010
The Meeting Industry's impact on our environment is so substantial that just a few course corrections would make a great difference. From energy consumption and its related harmful emissions to the unfathomable waste, sustainable changes must be made.
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Reducing Packaging
February 1, 2010
In an effort to reach out to those who are and want to be eco-friendly, Michelle Sheldon has started a blog at ecopromotionsonline.blogspot.com, where she shares her insight, experiences, and knowledge of everything green. Her opening blog focuses of ways you can reduce your packaging and why its important to do so.
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Energy Saving Tips for the Individual
January 2010
Michelle Sheldon shares tips, ideas and knowledge to save you money and resources. Bringing energy efficient, sustainable
practices into your personal lives, helping you Go Green!
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Eco Promotional Products inc. participates in Green Symposium
November 2009
Michelle Sheldon, president of EPP has been selected to be the keynote speaker at the Small Business Green Symposium, being held at the College of Lake County Grayslake Campus in the University Center on Friday, November 13, 2009.
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11 year old wins Ecosphere Award
October 26, 2009
The Nativity Elementary School fifth-grader started a recycling program at his Fargo school this year, proving you don’t have to be an adult to make a difference when you see a need for change. In front of family, friends and nearly 200 classmates, Nick Schons was honored Wednesday by Fargo officials and the Presentation Peace and Justice Collaborative Council for his environmental efforts.
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3 Ways to Develop and Implement a Successful Corporate Sustainability Program
July 30, 2009
As many companies want the acknowledgement of being environmentally responsible, they lack the desire to actually create and administer a sustainability program. In this article you will find three recommendations for initiating and upholding a successful sustainability program within your company. Following these 3 suggestions will help your company save energy; money; and strengthen your relationships with employees, vendors, and customers.
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Vernon Hills father-daughter capitalize on green trend
June 18, 2009
Combine years as a environmental sustainability manager with her father's many years in the promotional products industry, and you get Eco Promotional Products, Inc. The father-daughter team strives to help change the buying patterns of many companies, local governments and other organizations wanting more environmentally friendly, green products. Ultimately helping companies brand themselves on environmentally and socially responsible useful merchandise and helping eliminate products that ends up in landfills.
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It's Never too Early to Start Recycling
June 10, 2009
While some people may think that parents of young children only concentrate on teaching ABCs and 123s, they have not met the Hernandez family. Recently turning 5, their youngest son Eric has obtained the concepts of recycling and the recycling symbol. During an Earth Day presentation, Michelle Sheldon was stunned to see how much information Eric knew about how to recycle and why its important. Not only is his knowledge of recycling astounding but his excitement about the concept is quite uplifting.
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Océ Hosts Print Professionals at First in Series of Innovation VIP Events at Océ Customer Experience Center
February 12, 2009
Océ is a leading international provider of digital document management technology and services.
The company held an event at the Océ Customer Experience Center, where they demonstrated digital innovation in action across the full line of Océ products. At the VIP Event,
Michelle Sheldon, president of Eco Promotional Products, explored how to transform sustainability into a competitive advantage. Seeing as EPP is an environmental and socially responsible company, Sheldon, as well as other attendees were grateful that Océ understood and addressed their business needs.
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