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Explore the benefits of down and feathers as a sustainable, renewable resource derived from the food industry. By reclaiming these materials, we reduce landfill waste and promote environmental responsibility. Unlike synthetic alternatives made from non-renewable resources, down is a natural choice that has been around for over 220 million years, sourced from organically raised geese and ducks. Using down products can also lead to energy savings, allowing you to lower your heating costs while enjoying unparalleled warmth and comfort.
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Down Is Sustainable • Down and feathers are a reclaimed by-product from the food industry. • If down and feathers were not reclaimed they would be added landfills.
Down Is Renewable • Down and feathers will always be available as a reclaimed by-product of the food industry. • Synthetic fillings are made from non-renewable oil resources.
Down Is Natural • Down and feathers have existed for over 220 million years*. • Down and feathers are be raised from organically grown geese and ducks. • Governments have tried to recreated down unsuccessfully. • In Europe and USA “synthetic down” is illegal. * Source: http://oregonstate.edu/dept/ncs/newsarch/2000/Jun00/birds.htm
Down Saves Energy • Using a down comforter, quilt, or blanket allows consumers to lower their thermostats and save on heating costs*. * Sources: Shell Energy, Middle Tennessee Electric, and others.