THINK LOCAL, ACT LOCAL...er, and global too ::

Reware is a firm believer that globalization can have very positive effects for people around the world by connecting people through international trade, creating jobs and lifting economies. It can also have crushing effects on local economies and the environment. So the goal around here is to try and figure out how to use the benefits of globalization positively, while remembering that local production matters.

Oh yeah, and we want to make high quality products that bring attention to environmentalism while reducing environmental impact.

It's all a complex and fascinating challenge. The reality is that most Virgin fabrics are coming out of China, which is good news when doing business in Japan, Korea, or into the Chinese market. When that happens, our Carbon Footprint is astoundingly reduced.

At the same time, we love the recycled fabrics we use because many of them are produced in the US. We then manufacture those bags in Texas or North Carolina, we reduce our carbon footprint further and help local economies.

When it comes to the environment, we all need to think about the most efficient way to make and distribute our goods. That's why we like the concept of localization, the idea that when you can, you buy materials and use factories as close to your customers as possible, when possible.

We don't have it all figured out yet (no one really does), but these issues matter, and we're having a good time doing our part to do things outside the box.

Have you seen a localized production process that works, or have thoughts on this concept? Get in touch: info (AT) rewarestore (DOT) com