Environmental Concern

 

Loose Leaf Tea is an extremely eco-friendly beverage, as revealed by extensive carbon footprint analysis. The carbon footprint of a cup of loose-leaf tea is, on average, about 20g of CO2. That’s the energy it takes to produce and transport the tea & packaging, among other factors.

In comparison, the carbon footprint of a cup of beer is 374g, a can of soda is 129g and a cup of cow's milk is about 225g, making loose tea a far better choice than any of these. Additionally, loose tea has one-tenth the carbon footprint of teabag tea. This means you (and the environment) are spared numerous carbon-intensive packing materials like nylon or paper teabags, the box, and the plastic wrap around the box.

The antioxidants found in full leaf tea exhibit activity greater than that of fresh fruits and vegetables, and 20 to 30 times more potent than Vitamin C or E.

HornbillGreenTEA cares for the environment; practises and supports activities that are eco-friendly and carbon neutral: 

1. ELIMINATE WASTE: No tea bags and excess packing... No landfill... 
2. REUSE: Re-steep leaves for added "green" factor, value, & enjoyment !
3. COMPOST: Used leaves serve as potent compost.
4. REUSE / RECYCLE: Metal tea tins & aluminum foil pouches.
5. BONUS: Re-steep your tea leaves a final time to water your house plants.

 

Enjoy ! Cheers !