Love your brand and the planet? Switch to these eco office essentials

We use office supplies every day without much thought. But what if they could do more than just get the job done? What if your Stationery could help reduce waste, or shift how your contacts and colleagues think about the environment?

Eco-friendly office supplies don’t need to be boring or unfunctional. A refillable pen can look sleek, reusable Drinkware can feel luxurious, and recycled paper can be beautiful to write on. Trust us – sustainability and thoughtful design can go hand in hand.

Ready to rethink your workspace? Here are a few simple swaps that can make a big difference for your team, your clients, and the planet.

Key takeaways

• Millions of single-use ballpoint pens end up in US landfills. Refillable ballpoints and Paper Pens are a good alternative.
• Producing recycled paper uses 28-70% less energy – and is an easy switch for any office.
• Bulk printing isn’t just cost-effective – it’s also eco-friendly. 
• People can save up to 167 single-use plastic bottles each year by swapping to reusable Drinkware.
• Eco print and merch is a talking point that can make a statement about your brand and get you noticed.

Recyclable, refillable, reusable: what’s the difference?

Understanding these terms makes shopping for sustainable office supplies easier:

• Recyclable: Products that can be turned into something new, like Paper.
• Refillable: Items that you can top up and keep using, like Pens and ink cartridges.
• Reusable: Things built to last, like Drinkware that avoids single-use cups and bottles.

The best office supplies often check at least one of these boxes, making it easy to build a more sustainable setup.

Eco office essentials checklist:

Here’s a roundup to help you create a workspace that’s practical, beautifully designed, and eco-friendly:

1. Refillable ballpoint pens

Every year, over 1.6 million single-use ballpoint pens end up in landfills in the US alone. That’s a huge amount of waste for something so small. 

Swapping to a refillable ballpoint, like our award-winning Twist Pen, is an easy step to cut back. You could even switch to our Paper Pen, which is made entirely from recycled paper. Both are good ways to get people talking, with your brand literally in their hands.

Pair either of these Pens with our Mineral Stone Field Spiral Notebook, which is made from stone (that’s right – actual stone). Now that’s a premium stationery setup. 

2. Bamboo desk organizers 

Ditch the plastic trays and switch to bamboo. It’s a sustainable alternative that’s durable, renewable, and biodegradable. 

As one of the world’s fastest-growing plants, bamboo regenerates quickly, has a smaller footprint, and doesn’t stick around in landfill. A great minimalist addition to any desk.

3. Cotton Business Cards

Ditch flimsy, forgettable business cards, and give your team something that makes a difference – like our Cotton Business Cards.

They’re crafted from 100% cotton linters (the fuzz that sits around the cotton seed), completely recyclable, and soft to the touch yet incredibly durable, with a premium feel that gets your brand noticed. 

Textured, memorable, eco-friendly – these cards have it all.  

4. Plant-based cleaning supplies

Traditional cleaning products often contain harsh chemicals that harm the environment as well as your air quality. Switching to plant-based cleaners made from renewable ingredients (like citrus or coconut) is an easy fix. They’re just as effective, but are gentler on the planet and your health. 

Pair plant-based cleansers with washable, reusable cloths to create a cleaning routine that produces less waste, too.

5. Recycled paper

Switching to recycled paper is a simple step toward a more sustainable office. Compared to traditional virgin paper, producing recycled paper uses 28-70% less energy, making it a smarter choice for the planet.

Our Eco paper is made from 100% post-consumer waste, making it a great alternative for creating high-volume, hard-to-miss print materials like Flyers and Postcards. And don’t forget our FSC®-certified print range, which includes Matte and Coated Paper Stickers, and our impressively thick Luxe Business Cards.

And in case you heard different: bulk printing isn’t just cost effective – it’s also eco-friendly. 

MOO Tip: Use energy-efficient printers and always print double-sided to save paper and make printing more eco-friendly. There’s also our unique Printfinity service, which lets you print more designs without the need to print multiple batches.

6. Recycled ink cartridges

When printing is unavoidable, recycled ink cartridges are a simple hack to cut down on waste. They use less plastic and help divert materials from landfills, all while delivering the same quality as regular cartridges.

7. Reusable drinkware

The average person can save up to 167 single-use plastic bottles each year by switching to reusable Water Bottles. Now, picture the impact if your entire office made the change.

Our Drinkware is a good choice, which keeps things at the perfect temperature while helping reduce waste. Two of our favorites from the collection? Our Klean Kanteen and Ocean Bottle, which are made from 90% recycled stainless steel. They aren’t just more sustainable – they’re beautiful to use, too.

MOO Tip: Add your branding to a custom Drinkware to create employee gifts they’ll genuinely want to use and keep.

MOO helps support better offices

Looking to create a more sustainable workspace (or trade show)? Explore our Branded Merch for eco-friendly essentials like our refillable ballpoint, or discover how our MOO Business Plans can help you build an office (and brand) that’s better for your team and the planet.

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