$185.9 billion. That’s enough, Jeff.
How did this happen?
How did Black Friday turn into a day of mass consumerism? It’s a bit weird if you ask me, particularly in the current climate (both economically and ecologically).
The problem.
It has become socially acceptable for us to spend money on things we probably don’t really need, just because it is cheap. Cheap is the problem.
Cheap is killing the planet. Cheap is polluting the air and choking our wildlife. Cheap comes at an expense, to us all.
The solution.
Buy less and with more thought. Buy things that are designed to last. Buy things that aren’t going to come with a bin load of packaging. Buy from people who care.
If we all cared about the impact of our consumerism, we can make a better world for future generations.
Our store is closed today, we will re-open tomorrow when the World is a little more sane.
Chop is pioneering the use of recycled plastics from the food industry in our handle materials.
Let’s talk plastic.
All of the Chop packaging is made from recycled and recyclable materials and we have banned single use plastics from the workshop and our processes.
Petrochemicals also have a huge impact on our planet so where possible I have swapped out any petroleum based products for a plant based alternative.
We are pioneering the use of recycled plastics from the food industry in our handle materials.
The process is simple, get a load of plastic that is destined for landfill, shred it, heat it and then squish it back together. This requires no extra binding agents or resin fillers. We think these handles can look beautiful and as they stem from food packaging, they are food safe and durable. It’s a no-brainer.
The steels I use are made from 78% recycled steel in the Worlds most ecologically sound steel mill.
Not all knives are made the same.
Everything I do in the workshop is done with quality and environment in mind. Where possible, I only use suppliers who offset carbon emissions from their production right through to the logistics of shipping & transport.
When it comes to materials, I aim to produce minimum waste and recycle as much as possible. The machines used in the workshop are powered by green energy and I am always looking for ways to become more environmentally friendly. This is an ongoing process and there is still lots to learn.