At TMBR, we prioritize sustainability and craftsmanship in our designs. Our sunglasses are handcrafted from sustainable and recycled materials, including responsibly sourced wood from FSC certified forests, ensuring biodiversity is maintained, and strict environmental and social standards are met. Every pair is built to last, providing the durability and quality our customers appreciate. For every pair sold, we plant ten trees through partnerships with Eden, Veritree and The Arbor Day Foundation as well as contribute a portion of proceeds to our friends at Living Lands & Waters (LL&W), a nonprofit dedicated to restoring and protecting vital ecosystems.
Since its founding in 1998, LL&W has worked to restore U.S. waterways. The MillionTrees Project was initiated in 2007 to help further their mission to protect, preserve and restore the natural environment of our nation’s major rivers and their watersheds by planting native trees and removing invasive plants. The project has already planted nearly two million trees, focusing on native species such as oak, sycamore, and river birch, which are particularly suited to the region’s soil and climate. These trees play a significant role in stabilizing riverbanks, improving water quality, and providing essential habitat for wildlife.
Coastal communities in Eastern Africa are dependent on the mangrove ecosystems for employment, livelihood, and nutrition. In recent decades, these coastal areas have been urbanized at unprecedented rates. Mangrove forests were converted into other land use. Coupled with lack of effective governance, mangroves were overexploited and over-harvested. The destruction of the mangrove forests also contributed to the loss of critical habitats for many organisms and threatens the livelihoods of already impoverished communities.
With your support, we are restoring the mangrove forests. The goal of this project is to empower the coastal community to break the poverty cycle. In restoring the mangrove estuary, which is rich in biodiversity, this project will provide fishing grounds for local people. This helps to create additional income streams, including sustainable harvests from the mangrove forests. The restored forests will also help to stabilize coastlines. This will act as a vital line of defense to protect the land and the communities during tropical storms.
Consumer choices can drive significant change in sustainability practices. Studies show that embracing a circular economy could help cut down on waste and environmental harm. By selecting responsibly sourced wooden sunglasses from TMBR, customers are not just making a stylish choice; they’re actively lowering their carbon footprints. Traditional plastic production can be up to 50% more carbon-intensive than sourcing sustainable wood, making this decision impactful. Ultimately, every purchase sends a message to companies about the importance of prioritizing the planet, helping pave the way for a greener future.
Buying sustainable products is a way to make a real difference for the planet. When you purchase a pair of TMBRs, you're directly supporting efforts that play a crucial role in reforestation and biodiversity, helping to combat climate change in a tangible way. Every purchase not only reduces reliance on environmentally harmful products but also contributes to restoring vital ecosystems and communities.
