OUR ENVIRONMENTAL CONTRIBUTION

Our ecological footprint represents the amount of the environment necessary to produce the resources we need to support our lifestyle. Of course, since the world we live in is not infinitely large, we must be respectful of it and the resources available.

FRESH FROM THE BLACK FOREST

Water is one of the most fundamental commodities in our lives, which is why it is so important to use it carefully and purposefully so nothing goes to waste. Our Black Forest spring water, which stems from its own source in Calw at a depth of 166 meters, is both uncontaminated and very soft. This makes it the perfect starting point for our cosmetic products. We also offer our visitors and employees at BÖRLIND our own deep spring water as a refreshing drink, and it goes without saying that this is served in sustainable, refillable glass Soulbottles. The great thing about Soulbottles is that they are completely free from harmful substances and plastic. In addition to being vegan friendly, they are produced in fair-trade, climate-neutral processes, and €1 from every bottle goes toward drinking water projects involving Viva con Agua and Welthungerhilfe.

FRESH FROM THE BLACK FOREST

Water is one of the most fundamental commodities in our lives, which is why it is so important to use it carefully and purposefully so nothing goes to waste. Our Black Forest spring water, which stems from its own source in Calw at a depth of 166 meters, is both uncontaminated and very soft. This makes it the perfect starting point for our cosmetic products. We also offer our visitors and employees at BÖRLIND our own deep spring water as a refreshing drink, and it goes without saying that this is served in sustainable, refillable glass Soulbottles. The great thing about Soulbottles is that they are completely free from harmful substances and plastic. In addition to being vegan friendly, they are produced in fair-trade, climate-neutral processes, and €1 from every bottle goes toward drinking water projects involving Viva con Agua and Welthungerhilfe.

“Made in the Black Forest” is more than just a promise of quality, it’s also a symbol of our social responsibility.

CLIMATE PROTECTION PROJECT IN CAMBODIA

Since 2015 our production processes are climate-neutral and we compensate for our CO2 emissions by supporting a ClimatePartner project for water treatment in Cambodia. The project focuses on access to clean drinking water for households in Cambodia’s rural regions, as these are renowned for their extremely poor quality of water. The traditional method for preparing water here is to boil it first, which calls for firewood to be burned. Water filters in these parts do not require any electricity or operating materials. Once filtered, the water can be tapped from a faucet. By doing away with the need to pre-boil water in Cambodia, we are compensating for our CO2 emissions as a result of eliminating greenhouse gas emissions.

CLIMATE PROTECTION PROJECT IN CAMBODIA

Since 2015 our production processes are climate-neutral and we compensate for our CO2 emissions by supporting a ClimatePartner project for water treatment in Cambodia. The project focuses on access to clean drinking water for households in Cambodia’s rural regions, as these are renowned for their extremely poor quality of water. The traditional method for preparing water here is to boil it first, which calls for firewood to be burned. Water filters in these parts do not require any electricity or operating materials. Once filtered, the water can be tapped from a faucet. By doing away with the need to pre-boil water in Cambodia, we are compensating for our CO2 emissions as a result of eliminating greenhouse gas emissions.

As a company, one of our top priorities is to reduce our energy consumption in order to reduce CO2 emissions. The ways in which we do this include using CO2-neutral services from our parcel and mail carriers, planning our sales routes to be as environmentally efficient as possible, relying on ecological power, and reusing previously generated power over and over again.

Our status as a manufacturing company means we can never eliminate our CO2 emissions entirely, but we are constantly doing the best we can to keep our environmental footprint to a minimum. You can find out more about the compensation program and the climate project we support here.

As a company, one of our top priorities is to reduce our energy consumption in order to reduce CO2 emissions. The ways in which we do this include using CO2-neutral services from our parcel and mail carriers, planning our sales routes to be as environmentally efficient as possible, relying on ecological power, and reusing previously generated power over and over again.

Our status as a manufacturing company means we can never eliminate our CO2 emissions entirely, but we are constantly doing the best we can to keep our environmental footprint to a minimum. You can find out more about the compensation program and the climate project we support here.

WHEN IT SAYS NATURAL ON THE OUTSIDE, THERE'S ALSO SUSTAINABILITY ON THE INSIDE.

PIONEER OF SUSTAINABILITY

CSE (Certified Sustainable Economics) stands for responsible ecological, socially integrated and quality-oriented company management. Manufacturing companies certified in line with the CSE Standard produce at least 75 % of the bulk of their products in accordance with an existing sector-relevant product standard (NATRUE, COSMOS, BDIH, Soil Association, COSMEBIO, ICADA, demeter, Naturland, VIVANESS 2011, natural cosmetics regulations of the Austrian Codex Alimentarius, NCS).

PIONEER OF SUSTAINABILITY

CSE (Certified Sustainable Economics) stands for responsible ecological, socially integrated and quality-oriented company management. Manufacturing companies certified in line with the CSE Standard produce at least 75 % of the bulk of their products in accordance with an existing sector-relevant product standard (NATRUE, COSMOS, BDIH, Soil Association, COSMEBIO, ICADA, demeter, Naturland, VIVANESS 2011, natural cosmetics regulations of the Austrian Codex Alimentarius, NCS).

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Sustainability is as important to our packaging materials as it is to our ingredients. This is why we strive to ensure that all of our packaging meets the requirements of „Der Grüne Punkt – Duales System Deutschland GmbH (DSD)“. SAs a result, it can generally be disposed of or recycled in line with local regulations using services such as the yellow bag, yellow bin, glass collection, and waste-paper bin.

What’s more, the paper and cardboard used in our boxes is FSC approved and our printer paper is 100% recycled and Blaue Engel". The Blaue Engel seal guarantees that the paper fibers are made from up to 100% recycled paper and that no harmful chemicals or optical brighteners are used.

SUSTAINABLY PACKAGED

Our BODY CARE range is all about sustainability. For some of our packaging, we use plastic containers made from renewable raw materials, such as sugar cane from responsible cultivation sources. In the future, we would also like to further increase the use of recyclable materials that are state-of-the-art and consistent with our quality standards.

SUSTAINABLY PACKAGED

Our BODY CARE range is all about sustainability. For some of our packaging, we use plastic containers made from renewable raw materials, such as sugar cane from responsible cultivation sources. In the future, we would also like to further increase the use of recyclable materials that are state-of-the-art and consistent with our quality standards.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY

Whether it's our aloe vera from Guatemala or Himalayan cherry oil from Nepal, learn more about our socio-environmental projects.

SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT

Financial independence and long-term partnerships: Learn more about our economic contribution.

ECONOMIC CONTRIBUTION

How are our products and packaging materials recycled? Learn more about our sustainable recycling.

RECYCLING