Are You Responsible?

You may have seen this on ABC News a couple of days ago. I've yet to explore the counter arguments or the hole-punchers for this simplified examination of our options as a human race, but regardless I'd recommend taking a few minutes to view this thought provoking clip about proposing an end to the climate change debate entitled: How It All Ends. Check it out then read on...



Ok, so you're back. No matter the outcome, I think the major takeaway is responsibility. Regardless of the world's belching population size, the excessive amounts of money one may have, the mere silver of time our lives equate to in the grand scheme of history, it's not about about quantity, affordable and time, it's about responsibility. To be repetitive, we all have a responsibility to continue making changes to be smarter in the way we live and ultimately leave the planet. Can we depart the big blue marble a better place than we found it? I like to think of it as no trace camping - it ain't going to be perfect but it's the attempt that counts.

We are all responsible to the effort of changing how we live and do business if we stand any chance of surviving ourselves. All business, including BoxQuest, need to move the needle in the right direction. BoxQuest is further committing to this responsibility and will start reaching out to other organizations and businesses to establish a partnership for providing additional moving options that are more reusable packing material.

The Reality of Reuse vs. Recycling

When it comes to recycling, every tree cut for the manufacturer of corrugated cardboard boxes, ultimately ends up as solid waste or is incinerated. Even if wood fiber does not reach the waste stream after its first because it has been used several times due to recycling, it does not solve the core problem of solid waste. Thus, the method of reuse is superior to recycling when it comes to sustainability.

The EPA has established that the number one way to reduce solid waste in landfills is by reuse. The method of reuse has been deemed far superior to that of recycling.

Most of us care about saving time, money and our world, so BoxQuest in the coming months will strive to provide a more cost effective and sustainable option for moving materials. We realize there will always be a need for corrugated moving boxes, but we want to make the concerted effort of providing the best options available on the market; taking on the responsiblity of leaving no trace.

Stay tuned...