April marks Earth Month, a time to reflect on how we can all contribute to a healthier planet. At StorQuest Self Storage, we’re proud to join the global celebration by highlighting ways you can incorporate eco-friendly practices when storing your gear and sharing our company-wide commitments to reducing our carbon footprint.
 

Storing Your Gear the Eco-Friendly Way

At StorQuest, we believe that every action counts, no matter how small. Whether reducing waste, conserving energy, or supporting businesses prioritizing eco-friendly practices, every choice can make an impact. We encourage our customers and community to join us in making small, positive changes for the environment. Here are a few simple ways you can participate when storing your gear with us:

• Recycle Your Packing Materials: If you’ve got excess moving items, consider donating or recycling packing materials such as boxes, bubble wrap, and packing peanuts. Reusing boxes is also a great way to minimize waste.

• Choose Eco-Friendly Storage Solutions: When storing, consider using durable, reusable storage containers made from sustainable materials like bamboo, recycled plastic, or fabric. These containers often last longer, reducing the environmental impact of your storage.

• Properly Store Seasonal Items: For seasonal items like holiday decorations and summer or winter gear, use durable, eco-friendly storage options that can be reused annually. This minimizes the need for disposable packaging, keeping your items in good condition for longer.

• Donate Unwanted Items: If you’re storing items that you no longer use or need, consider donating them instead. Not only will you reduce clutter, but you’ll also give your unused items a second life, keeping them out of landfills and helping those in need.
   

Looking to the Future: Reducing Our Carbon Footprint

As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability, we are passionate about reducing our carbon footprint. We’ve prioritized energy-efficient LED lighting throughout most of our facilities. LED lights use significantly less energy than traditional lighting, helping us reduce our overall energy consumption and carbon footprint. Not only do these lights consume less power, but they also last longer, which means fewer replacements and less waste. We’ve also installed renewable solar power at more than 20% of our locations, and that number is growing. Not only can we generate clean, renewable energy to help power our stores, but we also reduce our reliance on nonrenewable sources, ensuring more stable and consistent energy generation.

Earth Month serves as a reminder that sustainability is an ongoing effort, and we’re proud to continue working toward a greener future for our business, our customers, and our planet.