BOULDER, COLO. — Next week at Global Pet Expo 2024, the Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) will host a special section on the show floor dedicated to sustainably minded brands in the pet industry. The first ever Sustainability Section will grace the show floor starting at PSC’s booth #541 and will include eight coalition members who have been successfully accredited by PSC.
This new section is made possible through collaboration with the American Pet Products Association (APPA), organizer of the Global Pet Expo, as well as sponsorships from eShipping, Healthy Pet, inClover, MFiber and West Paw, all of which are considered leader of sustainability in the pet industry, according to the PSC.
“I am excited that APPA has taken such a strong step in its commitment to sustainability in the industry,” said Jim Lamancusa, executive director at PSC. “Data shows that 80% of pet owners consider sustainability when making purchasing decisions, and also that sustainable pet products are growing 7.1 times faster than average . We are excited that APPA has given us the opportunity to elevate some of our recognized top performers in the sustainability arena and draw attention to this fast-growing and profitable segment of the industry.”
Companies exhibiting in the Sustainability Section of the Global Pet Expo 2024 show floor include:
- Austin and Kat
- BetterBone
- Bright Planet
- Broth of Brutus
- dsm-firmenich
- inClover
- Hello Jackson
- Natural Dog Company on Tuesday
Each of these companies is accredited by the PSC, which involves a comprehensive and rigorous third-party assessment of current sustainability initiatives and practices, as well as a proven commitment to continuous improvement. According to the PSC, these companies are all considered top performers among its nearly 200 member companies.
“APPA has strengthened its commitment to the growing sustainability movement within the pet industry,” said Jeremy Baker, chief growth officer at APPA. “Working with PSC to create this pilot section allows our visitors to see some of PSC’s top performers, and to learn more about how sustainability supports our member businesses .”
Read more about what to expect at Global Pet Expo 2024.
