Sustainability
Convenience doesn't have to come at a steep price to the planet.
Modern retail generates a ton of waste. We believe that waste is the result of bad design. So, we're designing a different version of commerce, one that wastes less. Our mission? Reduce the waste in our homes so everyday choices have a positive impact in our neighborhoods.
82.2
Million Tons of packaging discarded a year
According to the EPA
62%
Of that Waste ends up in landfills
According to the EPA
9%
Of that waste is successfully recycled
According to the OECD
Our solution:
Design a better way to deliver your essentials
A note on sourcing and sustainability
At The Rounds, we believe everyday choices can have a big impact. Learn how we work to reduce carbon emissions, source our products sustainably, and minimize waste by keeping reusable packaging in circulation.
2M
Items in reusable packaging
We've delivered more than 2 million products in reusable packaging! This number doesn't include the products we deliver without packaging.
1M
Pounds of waste saved
By eliminating single-use packaging from your essentials, we saved 1 million pounds of waste. That's equivalent to the weight of 500 hippos!
Our Approach
We source in bulk to avoid waste throughout the supply chain.
We believe in staying stocked from up the block. Sourcing locally avoids the transportation impact of shipping products from further afield. We work with our local partners to find creative ways to reduce waste — like packaging spring mix from the local farm in a reusable container or closing the loop by getting coffee from our neighborhood roaster in reusable bins. Even better, offering local options helps our communities thrive.
We partner with local producers & purveyors to reduce impact.
We believe in staying stocked from up the block. Sourcing locally avoids the transportation impact of shipping products from further afield. We work with our local partners to find creative ways to reduce waste — like packaging spring mix from the local farm in a reusable container or closing the loop by getting coffee from our neighborhood roaster in reusable bins. Even better, offering local options helps our communities thrive.
We optimize our scheduled deliveries to maximize efficiency.
Yes, we deliver via e-bike and electric van, but efficiency goes beyond our vehicles. Our once-a-week delivery model makes it possible to map out the most eco-friendly delivery routes for you and your neighbors. Scheduled delivery also makes it possible to predict and fulfill your orders with less packaging and food waste.
Convenient cOMPOSTING
Reducing food waste, one clean bucket at a time.
Our once-a-week deliveries makes it easy to offer the most convenient composting service around, so you can save time while you divert your waste from the landfill.
Meet Our Reusable Packaging
Mason Jars
Our most versatile packaging. Glass mason jars hold snacks, staples, and more.
Oil Bottles
A taller glass bottle that suits pourable products like oils and vinegars of all sorts.
Pump Bottles
Glass containers that dispense a dollop. Used for soaps & body care products.
Spray Bottles
Plastic spray bottles hold your essential cleaning products, and look great under-sink.
Tote Bags
Our signature classic and insulated green bags hold your weekly order.
Spice Jars
Spice jars hold all seasonings, making it easy to add a sprinkle or a spoonful.
Clamshells
A classic takeout shape made from hard plastic that keeps baked goods safe.
Ice Packs
Ice packs keep your perishables cold and are re-frozen once returned.
Progress over perfection.
We're not going to solve the problem of household waste overnight. If we don't get started until our solutions are perfect, we'll never start at all. We work every day to make our system more efficient, to source better products, and to find new ways to reduce waste. Through innovation and the cumulative buying power of our Members, we can create a future where sustainability doesn't come at the cost of convenience.
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