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Are you turtle worthy? If you adhere to an eco-kind code in your life and in your business then you might just beTurtle.

beTurtle.com is a state of mind, it's about 'being turtle'
...being aware ... being there...
being part of the big, blue pond.
And having fun while doing it.

If you're trying your darnned-est to live responsibly, think sustainably, and create real change, then we'd like to be your friend.
 
BeTurtle.com realizes that to change someone's mind, their heart must be moved. We have dedicated ourselves to doing this with humor, entertainment and really big pliers.
 
If you would like to partner in this effort, we can offer you use of our "beTurtle Approved" seal. The only thing we ask is that you use it honestly and-- and follow the beTurtle Commandments below.

 




beTurtle Commandments

Business Commandments

  1. Thou shall conduct all business operations in the most environmentally responsible way possible
  2. Thou shall not test (or sell) anything, or use ingredients tested on, any animals of any size; or harm animals anywhere in the process of manufacturing - especially turtles
  3. Thou shall pay Fair Market prices whenever possible, even though it sometimes strains budgets and margins
  4. Thou shall use organic, unprocessed materials even if the names are unpronounceable
  5. Thou shall not use or sell products made with synthetic colors or fragrances
  6. Thou shall use the bare minimum of packaging (preferably recycled) wherever and whenever possible
  7. Thou shall employ energy saving practices throughout the company - and encourage employees to do the same
  8. Thou shall minimize the use of petrochemical derived ingredients as much as possible
  9. Thou shall help other eco-friendly companies grow with partnerships and assistance
  10. Thou shall be fair to all your employees even if they swear in sign language or don't shower

 

Personal Commandments

  1. Thou shall conduct your private and public life in the most environmentally responsible way possible
  2. Thou shall not covet, purchase or fondle any product that uses ingredients that have been tested on any animals - especially turtles
  3. Thou shall purchase Fair Market products whenever possible
  4. Thou shall use organic, unprocessed materials, even if they smell funny.
  5. Thou shall avoid fake colors and fragrances. They're seriously gross.
  6. Thou shall not buy products that are unnecessarily suffocated under expensive packaging,
  7. Thou shall employ energy saving practices throughout your home and at work
  8. Thou shall not use products created with petrochemical ingredients. They're so bad for your skin- not to mention your oceans
  9. Thou shall help spread the word about legitimate eco-friendly causes, activists, organizations and companies. And, to the extent possible, force corporations using marketing "green speak" to put their green money (not just their messaging) into eco action.
  10. Thou shall not judge the non eco-friendly too harshly. They'll come around eventually.

 
beTurtle Seal

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