About Us

What we sell:

At Greenward, we sell eco-modern goods. As we define it, an eco-modern product is always elegantly designed, attractive, and functional. It is also at least one of the following:

• made from recycled materials
• recyclable
• made from organic materials
• handmade
• made from sustainable materials
• energy efficient
• biodegradable
• educational

All products at Greenward are screened to fit these criteria. Being green doesn't mean having to sacrifice style. Moving “greenward” benefits our homes, our communities and our planet!

How Green is Greenward?

At Greenward we are continually exploring ways to reduce our environmental impact. At the moment,

• We re-use or recycle as much as possible of the packaging and paper we receive from our suppliers.
• We use only energy-efficient compact fluorescent bulbs to light the store.
• We participate in the NSTAR Green program.
• Our floor is made of renewable, eco-friendly cork.
• Our speakers are made out of reclaimed whisky barrels.
• Much of our display furniture and shelving is made from eco-friendly bamboo or sunflower seed husk plywood.
• We will recycle your technotrash and compact fluourescent light bulbs (CFLs) for you at no charge - just drop them in the bins by the front door. Note that we can only accept relatively small amounts of technotrash from each customer. If you have a large amount of technotrash to recycle, visit Greendisk to find solutions.
• Our walls are painted with low-VOC paint.
• Our gift wrap is 100% recycled kraft paper with biodegradable cotton ribbon.

Who we are:

Greenward is a small, locally-owned business in Cambridge, MA, owned by the husband-and-wife team of Scott Walker and Simone Alpen. Please come and visit us when you are in the area! At Greenward, we strive to be responsible citizens of the planet and our neighborhood. To that end, we are members or supporters of the following like-minded organizations and companies:

	Cambridge Local First is a network of locally owned and independent businesses in Cambridge. CLF's 250+ members share a commitment to building a strong local economy and a vibrant, distinct community. Cambridge Local First is a member of the international nonprofit organization Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE).
	Bicycle Benefits is a growing network of businesses that reward you for riding your bike. Purchase a $5 helmet sticker at the store and you will receive 10% off of any purchase of $25 or more every time you bike to Greenward. That's not all, though--there are currently 85 other businesses in the greater Boston area that will also give you a deal for showing your sticker. Bicycle Benefits member businesses can be found in seven US states and British Columbia. Ask businesses in your area to join!
	Greenward is proud to be a member of Green America's Green Business Network™, the oldest, largest, and most diverse network of socially and environmentally responsible businesses in America. Green America (formerly Co-op America) is a not-for-profit membership organization founded in 1982. Their mission is to harness economic power—the strength of consumers, investors, businesses, and the marketplace—to create a socially just and environmentally sustainable society.
	At Greenward, during those rare times when bicycle, bus, subway, or foot power just won't cut it, we use Zipcar. Zipcar makes it easy to live in the city without owning a car. Show your Zipcard when you visit Greenward, and you will receive 10% off of purchases of $25 or more.
	Bicycle deliveries for your Greenward order are handled by our friends at Metro Pedal Power. MetroPed's electric-assist trikes can deliver up to 600 lbs. of cargo anywhere in the greater Boston urban area. Other MetroPed clients where you can also get bicycle deliveries include: Harvest Co-op, Taza Chocolate, Petsi Pies, and Boston Organics.
	If you have a green business in the Boston area, please come by the store and post your business card on our bulletin board.