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Writer's pictureMonica Pandian

Fair Trading: A Step Towards Ending Climate Change


As we work towards a sustainable future, it is essential to understand the role of fair trading in ending climate change. Fair trading is a practice that ensures that farmers and workers are treated well, paid fairly, and have access to good living conditions. It is a way of doing business that is rooted in social and environmental justice, and it has the potential to transform entire communities.


One of the farmers who grows organic coconut for oils in our soaps and whom we directly fair-trade with.

One of the most significant impacts of fair trading is on the environment. When labourers are paid a fair wage, it has a positive impact on their happiness and living conditions. This, in turn, gives them the mental space to think about their surroundings, planet, nature, and fellow earthlings. By treating workers well, we create a ripple effect that can transform entire communities. We empower people to take better care of themselves and their surroundings, leading to a more sustainable and equitable society.

Moreover, fair trading is not just about paying workers a fair wage. It is also about creating safe and healthy working conditions, respecting workers' rights, and supporting local communities. By working with local communities, we can ensure that our business practices are sustainable and in line with the needs of the people and the planet.


Fair trading is an essential step towards ending climate change. It helps to address the root causes of environmental degradation, such as poverty, inequality, and exploitation. By creating a more equitable and just world, we can reduce the environmental impact of our activities and work towards a better future for ourselves and the planet. At Sea&Me, we believe in the importance of fair trading. We only buy fairly traded oils from farmers and pay premium wages to our makers. Our products may not be cheap, but we believe that cheap goods rob the makers and farmers of their rights and living standards.


By paying fair wages, we contribute to the well-being of the communities we work with and the environment.

In addition to the environmental, economic, social, cultural, educational, and health benefits of fair trading, there are also political benefits. Fair trading can help to promote strong democratic institutions, human rights, and the rule of law. This, in turn, can help to create more stable and prosperous societies that are better able to address the challenges of climate change. Another benefit of fair trading is that it can help to create more resilient communities. By building strong and sustainable local economies, fair trading can help to create communities that are better able to withstand the impacts of climate change. This can include developing sustainable agriculture practices, promoting renewable energy, and creating local networks for sharing resources and knowledge.


Furthermore, fair trading can help to promote gender equality and women's empowerment. Fair trading can provide women with access to education, training, and economic opportunities, allowing them to become more active participants in their communities and societies. This, in turn, can help to promote gender equality and reduce the gender gap in areas such as education, health, and employment.


Our women soap makers who are empowered through premium wages and creativity!

In conclusion, fair trading is a powerful tool that can help us create a more sustainable, equitable, and just world. By treating farmers and workers well, we can reduce the environmental impact of our activities, create a more vibrant and sustainable local economy, support local communities, promote cultural diversity and creativity, provide access to education and training, promote transparency and accountability, create a sense of community and belonging, promote health and well-being, foster innovation and creativity, promote peace and stability, promote strong democratic institutions, and create more resilient communities. At Sea&Me, we are committed to fair trading and believe that it is up to each of us to support this practice and make it a part of our daily lives. Together, we can work towards a better future for ourselves and the planet.

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