Belmont’s Yes! Your Eco Source: A Local Shop Leading Waste Reduction with Eco-Friendly Products
Yes! Your Eco Source, a general store and gift shop in downtown Belmont, MA, is dedicated to reducing single-use plastic and promoting sustainable living through its carefully curated product line. Founded by eco-conscious entrepreneurs Ceilidh Yurenka and Kate Bositis, the shop emphasizes fair trade sourcing and minimal to zero packaging waste.
Bulk Refills & Plastic-Free Essentials
The store’s standout feature is its bulk refill station, offering personal care essentials like shampoo, face wash, and lotion, along with home cleaning products such as laundry detergent and dishwasher soap. Customers can refill their own containers or purchase reusable ones, significantly cutting down plastic waste from disposable packaging.
Eco-Conscious Product Selection
Beyond refills, the store stocks a variety of plastic-free, recyclable, or compostable items:
- Toothpaste tabs (Unpaste)
- Deodorant and lip balm in cardboard dispensers
- Refillable floss units
- Beeswax food wraps
- Reusable paper towels
- Upcycled artisan goods including hats, mittens, bowls made from keys, and bike chain hooks
Vendor Ethics and Environmental Mission
Yurenka and Bositis carefully vet their vendors based on strict criteria prioritizing environmental impact and fair trade—ensuring producers in developing countries receive fair compensation. Their vendor selection considers materials, manufacturing location, packaging, and disposal methods.
As Yurenka noted, combating the immense waste produced globally—especially plastic—is critical in addressing climate change. Bositis echoes a grassroots philosophy inspired by Mother Teresa: individual efforts, when multiplied, can lead to meaningful environmental improvement.
Visit and Shop
- Hours: Wednesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday, noon–5 p.m.
- Website: yesplasticfree.com
Yes! Your Eco Source stands as a community hub for sustainable shopping, empowering Belmont residents and beyond to make eco-friendly choices and reduce their ecological footprint.
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