Exploring Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Franchises for World Environment Day

From organic lawn care to waterless car washing to sustainable seafood, these eight eco-friendly franchises are doing their part for the planet.

By Chris IrbyCopy Editor

1:17 PM • 07/11/24

World Environment Day, celebrated on June 5th every year, serves as a global platform for raising awareness and taking action on pressing environmental issues. As sustainability becomes increasingly integral to business operations, many franchisors are embracing eco-friendly practices and incorporating sustainability into their franchise models.

In honor of World Environment Day, let's explore some innovative eco-friendly and sustainable franchises that are making a positive impact on the planet.

Clean Air Lawn Care

This sustainable lawn care franchise has provided high-quality organic lawn maintenance services since 2006 that are, according to the brand’s website, “pet-friendly, kid-friendly, wildlife-friendly, and earth-friendly.” Clean Air Lawn Care uses organic products and treatments that are made in-house and customized to suit different soil types across the country.

Initial Investment: $60,911 - $117,761
Number of Units: 46

Conserva Irrigation

Founded in 2010, Conserva Irrigation offers irrigation services and sprinkler repair for homes and commercial properties. However, what sets Conserva Irrigation apart from other similar businesses is its dedication to conserving water. According to the brand’s website, its advanced irrigation systems reduce water waste by up to 60% for every property.

Initial Investment: $81,800 - $102,250
Number of Units: 180+

ecomaids

This green franchise, which started in 2010, provides environmentally safe cleaning services for homes and businesses, as well as LEED-certified cleaning for buildings. The cleaning products used by ecomaids are non-toxic, chemical-free, all-natural and biodegradable.

Initial Investment: $110,990 - $136,379
Number of Units: 71

freecoat nails

Founded in 2017 in Charleston, South Carolina, freecoat nails was the first non-toxic nail and beauty franchise system in the U.S. On its website, freecoat nails claims, “Our nail polishes are FREE of many of the toxic chemicals used in traditional polishes. Our pedicure tubs are FREE of jets that can breed bacteria and gunk. Our air is FREE of toxic fumes because of our medical grade air filtration system. Our stations are FREE of any exhaust from our custom, vented manicure tables.”

Initial Investment: $221,500 - $562,500
Number of Units: 6

The Junkluggers

This environmentally friendly junk removal franchise sorts through the items it collects to see if any can be recycled, repurposed or donated. According to its website, the goal of The Junkluggers is “to keep items out of landfills and give them a new purpose whenever possible.” The brand even provides its customers with receipts for any items it’s able to donate!

Initial Investment: $98,110 - $359,290
Number of Units: 90+

No-H2O

This on-demand car washing and detailing service — which launched in Europe in 2007 and came to the U.S. in 2018 — uses a unique, waterless cleaning product that emulsifies dirt particles and then absorbs them into a microfiber cloth. No-H20 has an environmental page on its website that claims the brand has saved the environment over 5 million gallons of fresh water over the last 5 years.

Initial Investment: $135,000 - $163,000
Number of Units: 60

Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning

Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning is a green cleaning franchise that provides carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, sandless hardwood floor cleaning and tile/grout cleaning services to homes and businesses. The brand, according to its website, practices water conservation, has energy efficient machines and recycles both in the field and in its corporate office.

Initial Investment: $47,535 - $77,590
Number of Units: 300+

Shuckin’ Shack

Founded in 2007, this laid-back oyster bar franchise has always focused on eco-friendly practices, with an emphasis on seafood that is sustainably caught or farmed. “Through our partnership with the James Beard Foundation’s Smart Catch Program, our work with the Oyster Shell Recycling Program, and our Ocean Friendly Establishment certification,” the brand writes on its website, “we are dedicated to upholding the quality and sustainability of the seafood we serve our guests.”

Initial Investment: $472,000 - $1,416,420
Number of Units: 19

Eco-friendly and sustainable franchises play a crucial role in advancing environmental conservation efforts and promoting sustainable business practices. As consumers become more environmentally conscious, there is a growing demand for eco-friendly products and services across various industries. By supporting these innovative franchises, individuals can contribute to building a more sustainable future for generations to come. This World Environment Day, let's celebrate and support the efforts of eco-friendly franchises in making a positive impact on the planet.

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