1% for the Planet
One Percent for the Planet will be the philanthropy of choice for donating to environmental causes. "One Percent for the Planet is an alliance of companies that recognize the true cost of doing business and donate 1% of their sales to environmental organizations worldwide." MoCo Market will donate 1% of our annual revenue to them.
Alternative Commuting Promotion
"Providing fuel for biking & walking commuters" – the market will promote a car free lifestyle, encouraging people to walk or bike to work. This strategy also earns MoCo Market points in LEED certification.
Sustainable Design
MoCo Market was designed and built to have minimal impact on the environment now and in the future. We're making an effort to acquire LEED commercial interior and Green Globes certification.
Waste Reduction & Recycling
A group of UW Madison students taking an elective Sustainability class, completed a project focusing on sourcing eco-friendly to-go & reusable containers for MoCo.