Everybody in the Pool E85: Commons: sustainable shopping made easy
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Apr 17, 2025 Sanchali Pal, the founder of Commons, is a data-driven advocate for sustainable shopping. In this conversation, she shares how her app helps consumers discover eco-friendly alternatives, particularly in clothing. The discussion highlights the growing influence of individual purchasing decisions on corporate sustainability and the critical role consumers play in demanding transparency and quality from brands. Sanchali emphasizes that even small changes in consumer behavior can lead to significant shifts in industry practices, empowering everyone to contribute to a greener future.
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Use Spending to Drive Change
- Use the Commons app to buy from sustainable, expert-vetted brands and earn rewards.
- Shift your spending collectively to send powerful signals to companies to change their products.
Founder’s Personal Climate Actions
- Sanchali Pal reduced her meat consumption to one meal per week for 15 years, cutting emissions like taking 7-8 cars off the road.
- She also avoids short haul flights, choosing trains or driving to reduce her carbon footprint significantly.
Track Emissions and Reduce Impulse Buys
- Link your spending data to Commons app to see emissions behind purchases and earn rewards for sustainable brands.
- Join challenges to reduce impulse buys and choose longer-lasting, better products.