It's now more important than ever to shop locally and support Irish businesses and jobs - but it's also often better for the environment too.

This is especially the case with these Irish companies, who are leading the way in sustainability.

Grown

Based In: Dublin.
Ethics: Eco-friendly practices, ethical manufacturing, natural and sustainable materials.
Products: Hoodies, sweatshirts and t-shirts for men and women.


This brand of sea-themed designs is the brainchild of three friends – Neill McCabe, Damien Bligh and Stephen O’Reilly. We love their commitment to using natural materials like tencil – a fibre made from the cellulose found in wood pulp – and their garments are both trendy and pleasing to the eye. One of their slogans “We wish you water” is printed on a selection of t-shirts (€34) and sweatshirts (€80). And as part of its commitment to give back, Grown plants one tree for every item purchased.

Web: www.grown.ie

Mira Mira

Based In: Sandymount, Dublin 4.
Ethics: OEKO-TEX certified, organic cotton, recycled fabrics, fair trade.
Products: From soft toys, baby clothes and jewellery to household goods, aromatics and a range of organic skincare products.


An Aladdin’s cave of handmade and organic treasures, Mira Mira’s online store stocks a range of sustainable and ethically produced kids’ clothing brands, including Bobo Choses, Mini Rodini, Long Live the Queen and Molo. These brands take their responsibilities towards the environment very seriously by creating quality products that last and are always striving to improve the sustainability of their production processes.

Web: www.miramira.ie
Instagram/Facebook: @miramiradublin

Reuzi

Based In: Dublin.
Ethics: Sustainable and eco-friendly materials, minimal waste living.
Products: Reusable coffee cups, bamboo cutlery, beeswax food wraps and lots more.


Reuzi is on a mission to make sustainability easy with fun, colourful products and educational services. Owner Pat Kane wants to help everyone take one extra step towards sustainable living – whether that means helping them get their first stainless steel straw or providing the tools to transform their entire grocery shopping routine. The online store has been a huge success so far and contains all the essentials to replace everything in your home that won’t be recycled or composted with reusable alternatives.

Web: www.reuzi.ie

Sugar & Storm

Based In: Wexford.
Ethics: Organic cotton, GOTS certified, sustainable materials, eco-friendly.
Products: Children’s clothing, including baby rompers, dresses and cute casuals.


Sugar & Storm’s fabric designs are 100% exclusive and all their clothing – which is handmade in Ireland – is durable, fun, great quality and fairly priced. Owners Amy Totterdell and Colin Williams work with a wonderful fabric designer called Rebecca who helped turn their dream into a reality. It’s our go-to shop for robust and gorgeously soft garments that take into account the rough and tumble nature of a child’s life. Prices start at €17 and sizes range from 0-3 months up to 7-8 years.

Web: www.sugarandstorm.ie
Instagram/Facebook: @sugarandstorm

Dan Seaman Motors

Based In: Cork.
Ethics: Sustainable, eco-friendly.
Products: Hybrid and electric vehicles.

The future of motoring is sustainability and Dan Seaman Motors are leading the way with their range of hybrid and electric cars. Thankfully drivers too are becoming increasingly environmentally conscious and want to drive a truly sustainable car. Here are our top four eco-friendly cars to satisfy your green itch.

Subaru XV e-Boxer Hybrid: A safe and relentless SUV, the Subaru XV has a 2.0L petrol Boxer engine and works alongside an electric motor powered by a Lithium-ion battery.

Subaru Forester e-Boxer Hybrid: The new Forester e-Boxer is as true as ever to its reputation of extreme capability and reliability, now adding a mild hybrid to the mix.

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Plug-in Hybrid: It has a 13.8 kWh large capacity battery and a new fuel-efficient 2.4 litre petrol engine. It will run for 45km in pure electric (EV) mode, and 600km in hybrid mode, bringing your running costs down.

Fiat 500 Electric: The new all-electric Fiat 500 combines classic lines with the latest tech and up to 318km of range. The Fiat 500 electric La Prima car can be fast charged at high 85kw, allowing a 30 mile range with a 5 minute charge, reaching 80% battery charge in 35 minutes.

E: info@danseamanmotors.ie
Web: www.danseamanmotors.ie