County Supplies...
We stock a wide-range of environmentally friendly products and here are our top picks. More eco products are being added, for the full range please look for the eco-symbol on our website.
We are supporting Nottinghamshire County Council in becoming Carbon Neutral and zero to landfill by 2030.
We’re also actively working to lighten our carbon footprint and become more energy efficient in the most cost-effective way. In 2021 we have modernised and upgraded our fleet from Euro 5 to Euro 6 which has resulted in better route planning and a reduction in carbon emissions.
This is a journey and we have more to do so watch this space!
Just look for the ECO symbol.
Our ECO goals
County Supplies will support the Council in becoming Carbon Neutral and zero to landfill by 2030
• We will move to lower carbon transport solutions
• Encourage employees to use sustainable community methods
• All paper or wood derivative products to be sourced in-line with EU timber regulations
• Support the council to use sustainable energy sources by 2030
• Minimise waste generated by the operation and ensure any waste generated does not go to landfill
• All major suppliers to be ISO14001 certified by 2025
• Sustainable packaging used by the operation to be reusable, recyclable, made from recycled materials or biodegradable by 2025
• Ensure continuous improvement on sustainability environmental procedure
• All tender evaluation criteria to include minimum or 5% for sustainability & biodiversity
Environmentally Friendly Products
What does this mean?
Recycled %
This denotes products that are made up of a % of recycled material, re using old for new.
Recyclable
Reuse
Products that can be used again and again, rather than being disposed of after one use.
Recycling is the action or process of converting waste into reusable material. This keeps products away from landfill for an extended amount of time. Recyclable materials include paper, glass, metal, card, and certain plastics.
Home compostable
Industrially compostable
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Early Years
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Made from 100% recycled milk bottles
723 867
Vehicle Set
Made from 100% recycled milk bottles
• Age 2+
• Set includes: tractor and trailer, car carrier, tugboat (red handle), shape sorter truck, submarine (blue handle), recycle truck, racer car (blue and red), rescue boat and helicopter, paddle boat, ferry boat (green), helicopter (green), seaplane (green) and fire truck
Made from rice stems and husks
266 125
Eco-Friendly Junior Rainbow Pebbles
Made from rice stems and rice husks
• Each pebble has its own unique natural grain and the double-sided activity cards are designed in natural colour tones to match the pebbles
• Set includes 36 pebbles in 3 shapes and 6 colours, with 8 double-sided activity cards
266 123
Eco-Friendly Tactile Shells
Made from rice stems and rice husks
• These specially designed sea shells have different tactile surfaces and come in 3 sizes
• Set includes 36 tactile shells, 2 of each in 6 different tactile finishes and 3 sizes
Non-toxic and non-hazardous
• Ideal resource for a range of tray based activities with a unique range of blended sands
• 2.5kg bag
Non-toxic and non-hazardous
Super light and wonderfully tactile sensory resource, similar to slime but without the goo and mess
• 485g resealable pouch
Coloured Sand
100% natural mineral,sustainably sourced and sand bags are recyclable •
Art & Craft
Biodegradable Face Masks
Sugar Paper Packs
Made from 100% recycled material
• A4, 10 assorted bright colours
• Pack of 250 205
Artgecko Eco Sketchbook
Made from white recycled cartridge paper
• Acid free 150gsm
• A4 Portrait
205
Recycled Colouring Pencils
Made from 90% recycled plastic cups
• Contains 12 assorted vibrant colours
• Pack of 12
Recycled Card
Made from 100% recycled material
• A4 card, 5 pastel colours
• Pack of 200
Made from 100% recycled material
781 046
100% Recycled Jotter
Made from 100% post consumer recycled paper
• 203 x 127mm shorthand notebook
• Contains 160 pages of quality 75gsm paper with 8.5mm ruling
756 678
A4 Recycled Popper Wallets
Made from 100% recycled material
• Assorted bright colours
• Pack of 5
781 207
A1 Flipchart Pad
Made from 100% recycled plain paper
• 40 sheets with 2 holes punched at top
• Pack of 5
Purple 780 812
Green 780 817
ECOBOX 4 Drawer Desk Set
Grey/Purple & Green
Made from recycled bottles
348 x 384 x 234mm
Individual box with 4 drawers A4+
Covers are 100% recycled manilla, paper is from a sustainable source, and manufactured in a certified factory
• Paper is plant-based so it is fully recyclable. Recycle by crafting with old covers or use the old inner for composting
• When you buy RHINO you are also supporting conservation for a future where rhinos can thrive
• Exercise books are packed in paper bands which has eliminated over 60 tonnes of single-use plastic per year
• All inks used for printing the rulings are solvent-free
305 023
White Toilet Roll
Made from 100% recycled material
• Roll length 32m, 2 ply
• 36 rolls per pack
Made
Red 306 151
Green 306 152
Yellow 306 153
R-Microtuff Swift Cloth
Made from 100% recycled material
• Each cloth is made from 2 polyethylene terephthalate bottles which are recycled and recyclable
• Pack of 5
305 887
Addis Roll Top Bin With Lid 50L
Made from 100% recycled household plastic
• The roll top bin lid stays open for ease of use, the roll design is ideal for use under the worktop
• H 680 x W 340 x D 380mm
Addis Eco Pedal Bin With Lid 40L
Made from 100% recycled household plastic
• Large kitchen bin with hygienic foot pedal operation
• Extra wide opening with a slow closing lid
302 210
Popular Recycling Bin 70L
Made from polyethylene, a recyclable plastic
• Choice of 9 different messages
• Suitable for internal and external use
305 259
Recycle Bin Kit - 3 Bins + 3 Lids
Recycle bins with colour coded lids
• H 680 x W 390 x D 300mm
• 60L capacity
308 058
Midi Pencil With Litter
Letters 52L
Made from recyclable plastic
• Moulded in polyethylene and supplied with a galvanised steel liner
• Available in different colours, see website for options
303 658
Slimline Classic Recycling Bin 52L
Environmentally friendly and made from recyclable plastic
• Moulded in polyethylene, with a galvanised steel liner
• Hygienic and easy to clean
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Large Learning Curve
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Plastic
Picnic Table
Made of 100% recycled plastic
• Completely weatherproof and can be kept outdoors all year round
• H 50 x L 100 x W 100cm
Made of 100% recycled plastic
• This curved bench is ideal for social interaction and to promote inclusivity
• With every sale Marmax donate to the NSPCC
504 082
Sloper Bench Three Seater
Made of 100% recycled plastic
• Ideal for parks gardens or play areas
• Age: 4 - 7 years
• H 630 x SH 305 x W 1610 x D 550mm
Made from 100%
504 089
Junior Sturdy Bench
Made of 100% recycled plastic
• This bench is completely weatherproof and maintains its appearance throughout the year
• H 305 x W 300 x L 1500mm
Catering
185 797
185 940
Compostable Paper Cup
Sustainable board with a plant-based PLA lining, Vegware is made from plants
• Size: 16oz
• Pack of 50
185 676
Clear Plastic Cups
Recyclable
• 7oz clear plastic cups
• Pack of 100
565 072, 152mm
565 039, 178mm
565 021, 229mm
White Paper Plates
Recyclable
• Pack of 100
185 706, 12oz
185 689, 8oz
Ripple Travel Cups
Recyclable
• Keeps drinks warmer for 15% longer
• Pack of 1000
185 773
Salad Pot
Made from 90% recycled material and recyclable
• 375ml
• Pack of 500
Compostable
185 936, 12oz
185 924, 8oz
Compostable Disposable Food
Handling Gloves
Compostable gloves made from plant-based plant sugars
• Used for food services and food preparation. Latex and powder free
• Pack of 200
Compostable Soup Pots
Sustainable board with a plant-based PLA lining, Vegware is made from plants
• Suitable for hot and cold food
• Suitable for use in cold cabinets and microwaves
Recyclable, Compostable and Biodegradable
185 933
Bagasse Lunch Box
Manufactured from 100% sugarcane fibre
• Size: 228 x 152mm
• Pack of 125
Manufactured from 100% sugarcane fibre
• Size: 254mm
• Pack of 125
185 934
Bagasse Chip Tray
Manufactured from 100% sugarcane fibre
• Size: 140 x 170mm
• Pack of 125
185 932
Bagasse Burger Box
Manufactured from 100% sugarcane fibre
• Size: 152 x 152mm
• Pack of 125
Whiteboard Markers & Noticeboards
I have converted to using them all the time - they are the best pens I have ever used.
Kevin Orral Young Education TutorsEdding 28 Eco Line Whiteboard Markers
Refillable markers
Black, blue, red and green
Made from recycled and recyclable material
Colours Options Colours Options
Ecocolour Frameless Boards
Made from recycled and recyclable material
• Available in 11 colours
• H 60 X W 90cm
Made from recycled and sustainable material
• Light Oak, available in 11 colours (see online for details)
• H 90 x W 120cm
480 073
100% recyclable
• Can be written on with drywipe and permanent markers
• 25 perforated sheets, 600 x 800mm
480 021
100% recyclable
• Can be written on with drywipe and permanent markers
• 25 perforated sheets, 600 x 800mm sheets with grid size 250 x 250mm
480 015
Show-me Lined Whiteboard A4
35 Class Pack
100% recyclable
• Fully recyclable, made from polypropylene (PP) in the U.K
• Double-sided: pre-printed with light blue lines on one side with a plain reverse
• Gratnells tray with boards, flash cards, black medium tip pens, erasers and teachers’ resource booklet
916 109
Show-me Plain A4 Whiteboard
35 Pack
100% recyclable
• Fully recyclable, made from polypropylene (PP) in the U.K
• Double-sided, both sides plain
• Includes pens, erasers and teachers’ resource booklet
See website for rangefull
Our ECO services
At County Supplies, we are looking to make our services environmentally friendly.
Customer Account Managers are working towards using electric vehicles for their visits to schools.
Wall Art is produced using sustainable technology and eco-friendly material. We offer a range of wall coverings to communicate environmental messages and your school’s eco values.
Our Grounds Maintenance service helps schools and nurseries encourage bio-diversity and sustainability by planting trees, hedges and wildlife areas.
Our Electric Vehicles
Supporting Customer Account Managers to reduce CO2 emissions
We’re actively working to lighten our carbon footprint and become more energy efficient in the most cost-effective way.
At County Supplies, we pride ourselves on our customers focus, personal service. Our Customer Account Managers regularly visit schools to help them stay fully informed of the latest products and offers available – ensuring they are always getting the best value from their partnership with us.
To be more eco-friendly, we are working towards every Customer Account Manager using electric vehicles when they visit schools each day.
Wall Art
The primary curriculum naturally links to the environment and climate change - a wall covering will help to reinforce this message
We produce eco-friendly wall coverings. Find out more at www.county. supplies.org/ wallart
• Help students understand the climate crisis and recognise how everyone can play a part in the future environment
• Encourage students to get involved by promoting the schools’ action plan and eco-friendly values
• Get students recycling, reusing and reducing waste
Eco-Friendly and sustainable Wall Art
Printed on environmentally friendly and sustainable PVC free material:
• Uses water-based adhesive containing no solvents
• Manufactured in the UK
• Certified by FSC, the Forest Stewardship Council
Safe and eco-friendly inks with the lowest VOC content levels (volatile organic compounds) on the market:
• Durable and scratch resistant latex ink
• Odour-free which is ideal for schools
• Water-based inks which use sustainable chemicals
• Chemical and water resistant
GOLD GREENGUARD guarantees safe level of chemical emissions
Grounds Maintenance
Grounds Maintenance Services can encourage bio-diversity and sustainability. Throughout the school trees, hedges, shrubs and grass provide a multitude of areas for flora and fauna that will all help to sustain our future by providing a good environment.
• Plant trees around the school to reduce Co2 and help climate change by keeping temperatures down
• Create a wildlife area to attract butterflies, moths, bees and birds
• Create a wild flower meadow with native wild flowers including the rare Hertfordshire Pasque flower
• Install a pond to attract frogs and newts
• Plant hedges to attract bird nesting and feeding
• Add footpaths through the wildlife area. Log rings can provide seating for outside classrooms and also for creepy crawlies underneath