We are very conscious of the increased risk to the environment and planet, and have made many changes to our business to ensure we are operating in the best way to reduce the impact on the environment by selling crystals from manufacturers that operate environmental and sustainable practices. In addition, we are using recyclable materials, reducing waste, using energy efficient and fossil free energy sources, and shipping with environmentally conscious companies such as DHL Express GOGREEN.
Packaging:
- Bluestreak Crystal bags are made using recyclable plastic
- Paper envelopes for wholesale packaging are recyclable
Offices use energy efficient heating / cooling:
- Air source heat and cooling pumps
- Wood pellet boiler
Crystals from all of our manufacturers / brands:
- Lead free, they all contain less than 0.009% lead
- Manufactured using ethically sourced materials
DHL Express GOGREEN
DHL Express is the world’s leading logistics company, and it’s their mission to connect people and improve lives whilst being committed to reducing their environmental impact.
The DHL Express sustainability strategy goals include increasing the use of sustainable aviation fuels, designing all new buildings to be carbon neutral and electrifying the last-mile delivery. DHL Express will also reduce CO2 emissions from their network on any parcel sent internationally when dropped off at a DHL Express Service Point through the purchase of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
GoGreen Plus is a dedicated solution from DHL Express to help individuals and businesses reduce the carbon emissions within the network their international shipment travels through by the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). SAF is a biofuel that is produced from renewable sources such as vegetable oils, animal fats, waste products, and agricultural crops. SAF is specifically designed to be used as a substitute for traditional jet fuel and can reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80% compared to fossil fuels.
Preciosa Crystals
Preciosa products that carry the Lead-Free Brilliance symbol contain less than 0.009% lead (< 90 ppm) and are made according to the highest environmental and sustainable manufacturing practices. These premium products meet the most stringent industry standards and international safety certifications.
For further information on product ingredients, please check the Preciosa website or contact our customer service team.
Over the past decade, many of Preciosa’s key facilities have been refurbished with cleaner technology and outfitted with environmentally sensitive solutions. Investment into alternative fuels and new non-gas burners has reduced Preciosa Components’ emission of nitrogen-oxide by nearly 50% during the past three years alone. Highlights include:
- 40% reduction in waste since 2010
- 50% reduction in water consumption since 2010
- 50% reduction in nitrogen oxide emissions since 2017
Serinity Crystals
Advanced Crystal Lead Free formula, containing less than 0.009% lead, has changed the DNA of crystal while still offering the same sparkle and brilliance as the world's leading brand. In addition, Serinity Pearls offer an alternative to fresh water pearls that are suitable for vegans.
For further information on product ingredients, please check the Serinity website or contact our customer service team.
Manufacturing facilities in Austria make use of renewable energy including hydropower and solar power. Annual usage of renewable energy and their sources is included in the Sustainability Report. Highlights include:
- Newly installed cleaning and drying processes use 20% less chemicals and recycle 90% of the heat produced during the water cycle
- New drying equipment requires 30% less energy than the old drying system
- Burners that melt crystal glass use oxygen fuel technology, significantly reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions compared to conventional air combustion
- 76% of the total water demand in recent years was met with recycled water across our manufacturing and production locations