Collage of animals from various Indian ecosystems

Ecosystem Protection in India

India is on the front lines of the fight for an environmentally sustainable future. Managing the world’s second largest population while protecting a huge proportion of the world’s biodiversity in an area a third the size of the United States is a monumental challenge. From Himalayan glaciers threatened by climate change in the north, through the forests of the central plateau, to the river deltas and salt marshes of the coasts, India faces challenges to a number of environments critical to all life on the subcontinent.


The Nature Conservation Foundation is a group of scientists and activists working to preserve fragile ecosystems in India. Their primary mission is to provide research and planning to help governments and local communities preserve and protect natural resources.

Eastern Horizons candle

Our Eastern Horizons scented candles capture the beauty and richness of India. The lush fragrance, evocative of the spices and fruits of this amazing land, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. Since all our candles are made as sustainably as possible they have a reduced environmental footprint to comparable candles. When combined with the donation to the Nature Conservation Foundation included with each Eastern Horizons candle purchased, it all adds up to a great candle that makes a positive change in the world.

partners

Fundamental to our mission of creating greener products is partnering with like minded businesses, NGOs, and civic organizations. From the farmers growing our raw materials to the trucks delivering our candles to the NGOs on the front lines of our environmental crisis, every step is crucial. Without their vital contributions it would be impossible to achieve our goal of amazing candles which have a positive impact on the environment.

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Suppliers: Earthlight Candles only use supplies from reputable suppliers which adhere to the highest standards of quality. Whenever available we use materials which have third party certification for safety, sustainability, and recyclability.

Packaging: Our shipping boxes are made for us by Eco-Enclose, a company which specializes in providing green packaging. The boxes are made of rugged, recycled cardboard and are specifically designed to avoid the need for packing filler. The algae-based ink is carbon-negative.

Transport: Transportation is a huge part of any product’s carbon footprint. For both inbound and outbound shipping we use carbon neutral options whenever possible. To compensate for the times that is impossible we will purchase carbon offsets.

NGOs: These are the true heroes of this story. By supporting the work of NGOs dedicated to preserving our natural environment we can leverage the donation included with each candle into impactful positive change.

process

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Manufacturing: By carefully choosing materials and examining every aspect of candle making we have reduced the amount of energy and waste material required to produce a candle. Our electricity comes from renewable sources and we strive to minimize any waste bound for a landfill.

Marketing: One of our first decisions was to avoid any unnecessary paper when marketing and selling candles. We use as little as possible and the paper we do use is from recycled sources. The coconuts and tins we use for our candles can be reused for many purposes

Information: We don’t have to waste paper to keep you informed. We maintain an active online and social media presence aimed at keeping you in touch with the projects supported by our candles. See how your candle purchase is making a difference.

Philosophy: The mission of Earthlight Candle Co. is to produce premium scented candles of the highest quality while also having a net positive impact on the environment. Whether selecting ingredients, refining the manufacturing process, or choosing NGOs to support, this mission guides every decision we make. We hope you enjoy our candles and support our mission of making high-quality candles that benefit the planet.