Why Gift Cards are the More Sustainable Option
When shopping ethically, consciously, locally AND sustainably, it can be hard to find the perfect fit that aligns with your values. Often taking into consideration shipping, delivery packaging, gift wrapping and holiday cards, you’ve already generated a heap of waste with one simple ‘buy now’. So what is a more sustainable option that allows you to buy the perfect gift without giving up on the important stuff?
Gift cards are a great holiday gifting alternative. Not only do they give your friend, lover or loved one the chance to pick something they truly love, but they also save on the waste.
When you buy a gift card, you’re reducing the number of ‘unwanted’ gifts that end up in landfill. Allowing the recipient to choose exactly what they’d love and would use, offers a much more sustainable solution to holiday gifting.
But what about e-gift cards versus physical gift cards? Typically you’ll find gift cards are made from plastic and end up in land-fill. This is a huge downside to gift cards, and one that Rntr. has thought about a lot to try and offer a more sustainable solution. Some people still love the idea of physically giving someone something, even if it’s a gift card - and we get it! Having something to open, and something the person can hold on to is important to some people.
That’s why when deciding on a physical gift card, think about its environmental impact. At Rntr. we have created a physical gift card that folds into itself, meaning we don’t have to waste envelopes or extra paper. Our physical gift cards are also paper versus plastic, so they can biodegrade OR be recycled.
But of course, if you can forgo the physical gift card, we offer digital gift cards too! Digital gift cards allow you to share your gift with your loved one - minus the waste! It’s truly the most eco-friendly version of a holiday gift.
Ready to find the perfect gift? Check out our physical and digital gift cards with Rntr. Allow your loved one to pick out their perfect rental and we’ll double the gift card value. That means if you spend $100 on a gift card, they’ll receive a $200 to spend on rentals! Shop them all here.