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Bowfish Kids 2024

Business Information
Name of Organization: 
Bowfish Kids
Organization Type: 
Retail
Business Description: 
Children's boutique keeping sustainability in mind, for their future.
Contact Person: 
Caitlin Quirk
Title: 
Owner
Business Location: 
Brick-and-mortar store front
956 Asbury Avenue
08226 Ocean City , NJ
United States
39° 16' 40.9656" N, 74° 34' 39.7272" W
See map: Google Maps
Phone: 
8568161269
Email: 
info@bowfishkids.com
Number of Employees: 
24
Website: 
www.bowfishkids.com
Testimonal: 
Renewal Date: 
Monday, July 29, 2024
Waste
Waste Reduction
Description of Action: 
We partner with vendors that have committed to shipping products without packaging in single use plastic bags. This initiative has been enacted throughout the past 3 years and we have cut vendors that do not adhere to these practices. (180 Lbs of plastic bags)
Lbs Saved: 
180
Waste Other
Description of Action: 
In 2022, we transitioned to compostable bags to reduce plastic waste. The bags we use break down in systems intended for composting yard and food waste, as well as in traditional landfills. (5 Lbs of plastic saved per year)
Lbs Saved: 
5
Energy
Energy Efficiency
Description of Action: 
We upgraded all HVAC equipment to energy star appliances. This was implemented in February of 2024. (0 kWh saved because it has not been a full 12 months.)
kWh Saved: 
0
Money Saved: 
10
Industry-Specific
Industry Specific Practices
Description of Action: 
Most glitter is composed of microplastics that can find their way into rivers and oceans, taking many years to degrade. We source and use bio-based glitter, which is finely-cut pieces of cellulose made from a variety of sustainably grown, GMO-free plants with minimal environmental impact. While currently, no glitter is 100% biodegradable, Bio Glitter is 92% biodegradable and is the most earth-friendly choice. (10 Lbs of microplastics saved)
Lbs Saved: 
10
Industry Specific Other
Description of Action: 
We have established a partnership with Flap Happy to produce mermaid tails for our studio that are made from 100% recycled bottles and shipped without plastic packaging. We feel this initiative especially exemplifies our commitment to both offering sustainable products while at the same time seeking out and supporting environmentally responsible manufacturing brands and practices.(80 Lbs of synthetic fibers saved per year)
Lbs Saved: 
80
Community
Adopt a Cause or Project in your Community
Description of Action: 
In 2022, we initiated a community compost project behind our retail store to promote sustainable waste management. Despite initial success, we identified accessibility issues due to flooding in the alley beside our building. To address this, in April, we installed an Aerobin compost system. This upgrade not only enhances accessibility and cleanliness but also reinforces our dedication to composting and sustainable practices. By adopting the Aerobin system, we are fostering a more environmentally conscious community and supporting local and global climate action campaigns.
Finished Application: 
1
required_descriptions: 
5
Member Since: 
Monday, July 29, 2024

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