Sustainability doesn’t have to be complicated. Some of the most impactful changes come from everyday decisions. For example, where you bank, how you compost, or what kind of water bottle you carry. Here are some everyday eco heroes that are making it easier than ever for you to reduce your carbon footprint without sacrificing convenience or quality.
Why It Matters
More people are looking for simple, meaningful ways to live sustainably, from climate-conscious parents to eco-curious Gen Zers. Whether it’s reducing waste, supporting clean energy, or choosing ethical brands, the demand for green lifestyle solutions is growing. These are the companies that are answering the call.
3 Everyday Eco Heroes
O-Town Compost
Based in Orlando, O-Town Compost makes it easy for households and businesses to divert food waste from landfills. They’re helping Floridians nourish the soil with curbside pickup and compost return options, making composting accessible and impactful for the community. Whether you're a homeowner looking to reduce your kitchen waste or a business aiming to improve sustainability practices, O-Town Compost works directly with consumers and commercial clients to tailor composting solutions that fit their needs. From residential bins to bulk pickup services, they offer flexible programs that support a cleaner, greener Florida.
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We Are Neutral
A nonprofit that helps individuals and organizations offset their carbon footprints through verified environmental projects. From tree planting to methane capture, We Are Neutral empowers people to take climate action in their own backyard, and you can even get a free consultation to do so!
Their work spans a variety of impactful initiatives, including:
Whether you're a homeowner, a small business, or a large organization, We Are Neutral offers personalized support to help you reduce your footprint and contribute to a healthier planet. For more info, visit www.weareneutral.com.
Climate First Bank: Banking That Makes a Difference
When it comes to sustainability, your money matters. Climate First Bank is the world’s first FDIC-insured, values-based, digital community bank founded to combat the climate crisis. As a Certified B Corp, 1% for the Planet member, and net-zero operations1 since day one, Climate First Bank is redefining what it means to bank responsibly.
Values-Based Banking: Where Your Spending Does Good
When you bank with a values-based bank, your everyday financial choices support initiatives that do good for the environment and communities, including clean, renewable energy, affordable housing, and community health.
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Contact Climate First Bank today to open an account and start having an impact when you use your wallet. Turn your financial choices into climate action - one transaction at a time.
Small Choices, Big Impact
Choosing businesses that align with your values is one of the most powerful ways to drive change. Whether you’re composting your leftovers, refilling your bottle, or switching banks, these everyday heroes make it easy to live your values.
*To earn the published interest rate, in the first 90 days of account opening, a monthly recurring direct deposit3 of $500 or more must be established. Failure to set up a recurring direct deposit within 90 days of account opening will cause the account to revert to a non-interest earning account. Your account is set up to provide monthly E-Statements. A monthly $5.00 paper statement fee will be assessed should you choose to receive a paper statement. The interest rate on the account is 3.93% with an annual percentage yield of 4.01%. Interest Rate and Annual Percentage Yield (APY) are current as of 07-14-2025, the interest rate and annual percentage yield may change. You must deposit $50.00 to open this account. There is no minimum balance required to qualify for interest. Fees may reduce earnings. New money only4.
**If the daily balance is more than $49,999.99, but less than $9,999,999.01, the interest rate paid on the entire balance in the account will be 4.36% with an annual percentage yield of 4.46%. If the balance falls below $49,999.99, the interest rate paid on the entire balance in the account will be 0.05% and the annual percentage yield will be 0.05%. Interest Rate and APY are current as of 07-14-2025. The interest rate and annual percentage yield are subject to change.
1Climate First Bancorp’s net-zero operations means all direct operational emissions—such as electricity use, travel, and commuting—are first minimized through internal reductions (e.g., green buildings, EV’s, sustainable vendors), and any remaining emissions are offset through trackable, verified, and permanent projects like forest restoration and landfill gas capture.
2 CD's are penalty free with the exception of the regulatory required penalty if withdrawn within the first six days of opening.
3We define Direct Deposit as follows: Direct deposits include automated preauthorized electronic deposits made by the customer’s employer issuing payroll or a federal or state government agency paying benefits, etc. Direct deposits do not include deposits to an account that are made by an individual using online/mobile banking or an Internet payment provider such as PayPal. Only one Impact Checking Account is permitted per customer.
4New Money is defined as deposits and investments not previously held by Climate First Bank.
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As the nation’s first climate-focused bank, Climate First Bank is a full-service community bank offering both personal and commercial banking services. We are proud to serve our communities as we work together to promote sustainability and reverse the climate crisis.
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