Sustainability is about reshaping the way we think about the environment and transforming how we furnish our surroundings.
As organizations recognize the importance of embracing environmental responsibility, the furniture they choose becomes a tangible expression of their values. This has a significant impact on corporate branding and public opinion. Purchasing eco-friendly chairs and furnishings signals your dedication to long-term thinking and workforce wellness.
Let’s examine the importance of sustainability in purchasing decisions and other financial strategies, as well as its impact on social responsibility and worker health. Read on to discover how MityLite utilizes sustainable manufacturing practices to produce eco-friendly chairs designed to last.
The Shift Toward Sustainable Seating
The global market size for eco-friendly furniture is expected to grow from its value of $43.26 billion in 2022 to $83.76 billion by 2030.1
As businesses face increasing pressure to reduce waste and operate more sustainably, every purchasing decision becomes a strategic choice to uphold responsible practices and focus on achieving positive environmental outcomes. Choosing the right seating isn’t just about design or costs. It’s a key aspect of making smarter, more responsible purchase decisions.
Today’s forward-thinking organizations understand that investing in eco-friendly chairs is a practical business solution that supports environmental goals while delivering real operational value.
MityLite is leading the way by offering eco-friendly chairs that balance sustainability with unmatched quality, durability, and design flexibility.
Why Invest in Eco-Friendly Seating?
Eco-friendly seating is the right choice for the environment, but it’s also a crucial long-term investment strategy for organizations. From creating healthier workplaces, to qualifying for LEEDS building credits, and to lowering overall costs, sustainable furniture helps businesses align their operations, surroundings, and brand messaging with people’s values.
Benefits of Eco-friendly Seating
- Long-term savings: Durable, sustainably constructed furniture reduces replacement needs and lowers the total cost of ownership.
- Healthier spaces: Low-VOC (volatile organic compound) materials improve your air quality by releasing fewer harmful chemicals into the air. Almost all of our products are GREENGUARD certified, which means they have been third-party tested for their impact on indoor air quality. Certified products meet the strict recommendations of UL Solutions (Underwriters Laboratories), an international safety testing organization.
- Qualifies for environmental building credits and programs: By furnishing your property with eco-friendly products, including MityLite chairs, you can qualify for LEED credits and other sustainable building programs.
- Environmental impact: Sustainable chair materials reduce waste and make better use of nature’s resources. For example, Holsag by MityLite wooden chairs are built to last for years and can be refinished indefinitely; carbon steel and aluminum-framed chairs and tables are 100% recyclable.
- Brand and corporate social responsibility (CSR) alignment: Green purchasing demonstrates a company’s commitment to sustainability, which helps build customer and stakeholder trust, influences customer purchasing decisions, and builds brand loyalty.
3 Benefits of Eco-Friendly Chairs
Sustainability makes sense for businesses and manufacturers in multiple dimensions. It helps companies reduce costs, meet evolving regulations, and stand out in a competitive marketplace—all while reinforcing their brand values and long-term vision.
According to a recent IBM study, purpose-driven consumers, who represent 44% of the market, are willing to pay a premium for brands that prioritize social responsibility.2 According to the study, 77% of consumers are seeking to make sustainable choices for their homes. Concern for the environment influences consumers’ business decisions, from where they purchase products to how they furnish their offices. Sustainability is now a core pillar of today’s CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility).
1. Financial incentives and certifications
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) v4.1 is the current green building rating system from the USGBC.3 The LEED program awards points to building projects that follow the best sustainability practices, based on criteria such as material sourcing, air quality, and energy efficiency.
When companies furnish their spaces with products that meet LEED criteria — such as GREENGUARD-certified MityLite chairs — it shows their commitment to broader sustainability goals. UL Solutions’ GREENGUARD Certification is a program that verifies products emit low levels of VOCs.4 The strictest tier of this certification, GREENGUARD Gold, represents screening for more than 10,000 harmful chemicals, contributing toward up to three LEED v4.1 points and classifying furniture for sensitive spaces such as schools, hospitals, government buildings, and senior living environments.
2. Attracting eco-conscious talent
Sustainability is a priority for today’s job seekers who want to work for companies that actively partake in environmentally friendly practices and demonstrate sustainability in their values and branding.
Furnishing workspaces with eco-friendly seating shows a company is serious about its dedication to sustainable practices and signals long-term thinking and responsible leadership.
When a company leads by example, the workforce sees sustainability as a part of the daily workplace experience, boosting their morale and strengthening the company’s reputation.
3. Improved health and well-being for employees
Furniture made with low-VOC finishes and non-toxic materials reduces the release of harmful pollutants. When companies invest in furniture that meets sustainability standards, it contributes to its employees’ long-term health, improving indoor air quality and reducing illness.
A healthier workforce is a more productive workforce, leading to better performance and efficiency. Equally important: Investing in a safe and healthy work environment sends the clear message that employee health and sustainability go hand in hand.
How MityLite Promotes Sustainability Practices
MityLite’s dedication to sustainability is a founding principle that begins with sourcing environmentally responsible materials and results in long-lasting product durability. Choosing the right materials means building products that last for over a decade, reducing the need for replacements, and underscoring a commitment to conserving resources over the long term.
MityLite prioritizes high-recycled-content materials, including sustainably harvested and renewable materials sourced locally to reduce transportation emissions. The organization also reduces waste throughout the manufacturing process and recycles any waste that is produced.
Every product MityLite manufactures requires rigorous quality control to reduce defects and extend its lifespan.
Why MityLite Is the Right Choice for Sustainable Seating
MityLite’s choice to build sustainable chairs is a purposeful commitment to practices that are better for the environment and for people’s health. This dedication to sustainability means incorporating FSC-certified wood, recycled content, and locally sourced supplies into every stage of manufacturing, providing you with products that meet UL’s GREENGUARD Certification standards.
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Sources
- Grand View Research, “Eco-friendly Furniture Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Application (Residential, Commercial), By Distribution Channel (Offline, Online), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2023 – 2030.” Report ID: GVR-4-68038-405-5, 2023. https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/eco-friendly-furniture-market
- Fromm, Jeff, “Brand Values Impact Consumer Preference In New IBM Study.” Forbes, June 3, 2022. https://www.forbes.com/sites/jefffromm/2022/06/03/brand-values-impact-consumer-preference-in-new-ibm-study/
- Forests Stewardship Council, “Frequently Asked Questions About LEED Credit Achievement and FSC-Certified Material.” FSC United States website; [undated]. https://us.fsc.org/en-us/market/green-building/faqs-for-green-building
- UL Solutions website, UL GREENGUARD Certification page. [Undated.] https://www.ul.com/services/ul-greenguard-certification
