NANY Éco & Moi: responsible products in all their facets

The fight against plastic and the resulting residues has gained considerable momentum worldwide in recent years. Legislation is being put in place almost everywhere to reduce the consumption, among other things, of plastic bags which cannot be used more than once. To turn away from its highly polluting and harmful products for living species, it is strongly suggested to obtain reusable bags. It is in this perspective of more responsible consumption, not only for the products that are consumed, but also for those used to transport them, that I present to you NANY Eco & Me . Specializing in the production of eco-responsible and reusable bags, the company makes environmental protection a primary concern, because as founder Nany Jean so aptly puts it: "plastic bags are clearly no longer an option. . They must be banned. We all know that. ".

The beginnings of NANY Eco & Me

The project to create reusable bags germinates from a utilitarian need of the entrepreneur. Already well aware of the current environmental situation and already possessing the values ​​that would later inspire NANY Éco & Moi, it was when she obtained food in bulk that the idea for her bags came to her. Every time she goes to the checkout, like all customers, she has to open her bags to check their contents, then close them and weigh them. Thinking about a way to avoid this step, it is there that Nany Jean manages to develop the first prototypes of her bags with the transparent band that allows you to see its contents without opening it. While the idea aroused positive reactions, the designer thought more and more about expanding her concept and making the bags accessible to everyone: "The idea of ​​making the reusable bag project a reality and having an even greater impact took more and more room in my mind and it was largely for this reason that I started to explore the project. ".

An environmental mission in its entirety

NANY Éco & Moi reusable bags not only provide an environmental function by reducing our consumption of plastic bags, but they are also ecological products as such. The materials they are made of all have properties and characteristics that make them exemplary materials in terms of their environmental impact. Initially, linen is used in the manufacture of a large part of the bags. It is the basic material of each model except two, due to the fact that it constitutes an ecological natural fiber, which the entrepreneur absolutely wishes to exploit. Indeed, flax is a plant that can be used as a whole, so the farm does not produce waste and the use of chemicals or irrigation is not justified. Conversely, cotton consumes water and chemicals appallingly during its cultivation. As for the only bags that are not made from linen, the Milan bags and one of the Ally bags, they are made of vegan leather. In the case of the plastic strip on the front of each of the bags, this is made from recycled plastic that would otherwise end up in the trash. In addition, in terms of transport, since the production is located here and is not relocated, the ecological footprint is much smaller. Finally, efforts to put forward materials that respect the environment extend to the administrative side of the business, where recycled cardboard and paper are put forward.

Focused on the local economy

It is no coincidence that Nany Jean locates the production of her company's bags in Quebec. For her, local production is something important since it has many positive repercussions. Consuming and producing locally keeps the local economy running, which leads to profitable economic spinoffs. In taking this decision on the location of the production of her company, the designer also takes into account the aspect of the long term: "I told myself that if my company were to achieve immense success, it would be thanks to a lot of people from here. That it would be more attributable to people of heart than business people. And that would benefit everyone here. ".

Social dimension through a collaboration with Atelier Eclipse

For the entrepreneur, it is essential that NANY Éco & Moi has a form of social involvement. As a consumer, she derives a lot of satisfaction from encouraging social initiatives and it is in this perspective that she transposes everything into her business. This initiative by the entrepreneur takes the form of a collaboration with Atelier Éclipse , an organization that focuses on social and professional integration by allowing 45 to 50 people to practice a job following a prolonged absence on the market. work. It was while researching a place to have her bags made that the designer found the organization. Thanks to the support she receives and the extraordinary human experience she lives, she now works in concert with Atelier Eclipse for the manufacture of her products. It therefore allows its customers to not only do something for the planet by buying one of its products, but also to have an impact on the lives of other individuals.

The products as such

NANY Éco & Moi reusable bags are available in several models. There are the Julio bags, rectangular, available in three formats and designed, among other things, to transport food that does not come with packaging or dry food in bulk. Subsequently, the Léo bags, also available in three sizes, are round base bags to contain, in particular, mason jars. The Milan bags, counterparts of the Julio bags, are made of vegan leather to make them more elegant. As for the Ally bags, their shape allows them to contain bottles. Finally, Daniella bags are tote bags that can be used for shopping as well as in all facets of everyday life.

In conclusion, NANY Éco & Moi is a company involved both environmentally and socially. Based on strong values ​​and modern principles, there is no doubt that it is and will be a leading company in Quebec in the field of responsible consumption. It is thanks to companies like this that environmental concern is democratized; she states it herself: “I wanted to create products that make you want to be green without having a 'grano' look. Because being green is often associated with an image, while doing good things for the environment is anyone who can do it. ".

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Reviewed by Catherine