As more and more companies look to go green, eco-friendly promotions are becoming increasingly affordable. Although you may not be ready to convert to solar panels any time soon, you can definitely start adding some eco-friendly promotions into the mix. So what’s the best way to go green without busting your budget? Here are four easy tips to help you get started.

1. Start with one reusable item.

One of the simplest and easiest ways to go green is to offer your clients and customers a reusable item that replaces a disposable one. Grocery totes are a GREAT place to start. Some grocery stores even offer a few cents off if you bring a reusable bag, so it’s a win-win for both you and  the recipient! Go with an insulated grocery tote like this one to keep items hot/cold, or if you really want to make a big impression, go with one of these large utility totes. They work well for grocery shopping, but can be used for so many other purposes, too!

2. Go for desktop items made from recycled materials.

You might hear “recycled materials” and assume that an item is out of budget, but it’s actually much more affordable than you think. We’ve seen a growing number of desktop items hit the market that are  priced for small budgets. These full color recycled soft mouse pads start at just $1.55 each, which is a steal for full color printing! Notebooks, pens, jotters and desktop organizers will give you lots of repeat impressions, giving you a solid ROI. These spiral notebooks feature pages from recycled paper, plus a pen with a recycled paper barrel for as low as $1.69. Click here for even more options.

3. Don’t underestimate the power of a reusable cup. 

Sponsoring a school athletic team? Provide the concession stand with durable plastic cups like this one to use as a fundraiser. The booster club can charge $5 for the cup and offer free refills at all of the home games. You’ve just scored lots of repeat impressions for as a little as a $1 per cup! Here’s another customer pick. These double-walled tumblers are a step up from the traditional stadium cup, and make a great giveaway at company picnics, tailgating events and other outdoor venues. For as little as $1.99 each, these offer a great value!

4. Think natural and organic.

As the clean eating trend continues to pick up steam, people are thinking more and more about sourcing, artificial ingredients and potentially harmful additives. Tap into what matters to consumers by choosing products made with natural and organic materials. Go with something simple, like this USA-made non-alcohol hand sanitizer. You can easily replace lip balms with this USA-made version which boasts beeswax, organic extra virgin olive oil, and all kinds of other good stuff.   As you can see, it’s much easier (and more affordable) than you might think to make your next promotion a little more green! Need some help putting an idea together for your next project? Click here to contact us today!