Sustainability

The Mast Store realizes that we all need to do what we can to move toward sustainability. But, we also realize that in some aspects, it is difficult, if not impossible, to proclaim that you are truly sustainable. With that said, we are doing the best that we can and trying to do better as we can.

Sustainability is the ability to endure and to remain productive while lessening any negative effects on the environment, culture, etc.

From an environmental perspective, the Mast Store seeks out avenues to recycle our paper, cardboard, plastic, glass, and metal waste. Our fluorescent light bulbs are recycled. We offer our employees incentives to consider alternative transportation to work—walking, carpooling, biking, or taking public mass transit. 

Our buildings are older and utilize existing infrastructure to reduce the need for new construction and sprawl.

The Mast Store gives back to our communities in three major focus areas—arts, environmental, and human services. We encourage our employees to give their time to groups that they are passionate about by paying for up to 8 hours of volunteer time each year. And, we also have a matching funds program to encourage monetary donations.

Our fixtures that are constructed in-house are made of reclaimed wood or lumber from sustainable forestry sources.