At Klean we take a holistic approach to understanding and managing the environmental footprint of our products —from sourcing raw materials to manufacturing, packaging, shipping, daily use, and end-of-life disposal. We call this Measuring What Matters.
As we continue to celebrate Women this month, we wanted to take the time to spotlight a woman that has made Klean Kanteen possible and has been the heart of this company for over 17 years. We sat down with Michelle Kalberer to ask about the challenges women in leadership are facing and her excitement for the future.
We asked a couple members of our team what working for a B Corp means to them. March is B Corp month and Klean Kanteen is proud to be a Certified B Corp. From the products we make to the nonprofit partnerships we forge and and the way we show up in our communities, B Corps are on a mission to make a positive impact.
We are proud to feature a fun, simple recipe video from Klean Ambassador Jhánneu, an advocate for intentional and low impact living, in a minimalist and low waste lifestyle. She shares some of her favorite tips for kitchen prep with 3 simple, vegan meals, packing them on-the-go in our Klean Food Solutions.
Have you heard of OARS? Since 2014 Klean Kanteen has been a proud partner with OARS to help eliminate single use products while exploring our beautiful rivers and beyond. Learn more about who they are and their history of supporting both conservation and river stewardship.
We teamed up with Klean Ambassador Brett Edwards and friends for a fun on-the-go recipe of Mezcal Marinated Fajitas. Perfect for lunch or dinner on the beach or any adventure, transported in our steel lunch boxes and insulated food canisters. Watch the video recipe for step-by-step instructions, along with some awesome scenery from the Oregon coast!
Klean’s passionate about a lot of things, but this time of year we find ourselves loving all things sweet, and we’re hoping everyone else is on the same page as us. For Valentine’s Day we decided to share one of favorite recipes for sugary treats, chocolate covered strawberries!
Food is a global language that brings people together and inspires connection. At Klean we are fortunate enough to have partners all over the world who join us in our mission to help eliminate single-use waste. Catch up with our friends in Thailand for a fun look at how families are reimagining to-go.
Klean Food Solutions are inspired by stories of people who reimagine the role clean, healthy food plays in their lives. Farmer, Amanda Scott and her family run 63rd Street Farm in Boulder County, Colorado. With a focus on sustainability and education, they take pride in offering everyday food solutions for their community.
What's behind the relentlessness of those who are drawn to the outdoors? Join Klean Ambassador Brett Edwards as he captures the story of friend Boomer Olivas on a journey across the globe, stringing one passion for the outdoors in to another.
The Twist Cap reinvents the Klean Kanteen drinking experience and features a built-in stainless steel straw and leakproof lid when twisted shut. Great for sports, fitness, and active lifestyles, the best water bottles for your everyday routine just got even better!
Klean Ambassador and Outdoor Afro leader Jason Swann explains his formation of Rising Routes, an organization embarking on a journey to shrink humanity’s ever-deepening divides through adventure, common ground, and celebrated individuality.
Join Klean Ambassador Sean Jansen as he shares a vulnerable embark on a road to recovery, in search of his "fifth gear" to life. What started as an exercise, would soon become a vital escape.
Klean Ambassador Evelynn Escobar heads out on a road trip 400 miles outside of Los Angeles to Yavapai County, Arizona to explore the community of Arcosanti, an urban prototype and model for collective living.
Looking for a holiday favorite Hot Toddy cocktail? We have a great recipe for a perfect night. Bring out the cozy blankets, fuzzy slippers, and our favorite nightcap. We may be biased, but we think it's best paired with our TKPro thermos and 8oz Tumbler cup.
Klean Ambassador Jessica Medeiros takes us on a fun family adventure to her local orchard, Hard Pressed Cider Company, for a favorite autumn tradition: apples, cider and a picnic in the country, with our bottles and cups by her side.
Did you know that 22% of Klean staff have been with the company for over 10 years and another 41% for over 5 years? Those numbers make us happy! Our people are what make us tick and we like to think of Klean as being closer to a family than anything else. Learn more about the various people-centric programs and philosophies you are supporting when you choose to make a purchase from Klean.
Klean Ambassador and photographer Ernesto Sernas gives us a look at the outdoor space through the eyes of a first generation freelance photographer. Advocating for participation from the BIPOC community, his passion for the outdoors began unexpectedly and has transformed into an art form he hopes will inspire others.
At Klean we’re committed to protecting the wild places we love. The great outdoors provide so much for us in the way of adventure and inspiration, so it's only fair that we do our part to preserve mother nature. We support two nonpartisan voter initiatives #TimetoVote and #VotetheOutdoors.
If you're looking to get a little creative with your pumpkin journey this year, we have a yummy recipe for a pumpkin spice smoothie that you can whip up on those days where it’s just a tad too hot for a latte. A cold smoothie goes great with our 16oz or 20oz TKWide Bottles and Straw Lid.
As we head to cooler months, you wake up and grab your favorite mug and start easing yourself into the new day. So why not make things fun and make your own tea from scratch? Learn to grown your own indoor tea garden, with a recipe for herbal tea! Don't forget your insulated mug or tumbler cup from Klean.
Every time you use your Kanteen, you’re taking a stand against disposable design. Using a Klean Kanteen regularly for just three years can prevent a lot of single-use waste. Manufacturing a long-lasting product has an environmental footprint, we encourage you to use the same bottle for as long as possible.
Klean Ambassador and photographer Atticus Radley shares his thoughts on escaping to nature, even while living in New York City. Finding space where you can connect with your environment, even in one of the biggest cities in the world, is actually not as hard as it seems. If you're willing to look for it.
Klean Ambassador Cayte Bosler shares her experiences and explorations during the COVID pandemic. Even if travel plans may change dramatically, we can still find solace in nature and the outdoors, and positives in our own unknown backyard.
As summer comes to a close, let Klean Kanteen and our partner American Rivers introduce you to a lesser known river you’ll surely love. Rio Rica combines stunning scenery with insightful commentary. Join Rica Fulton on a journey down the Little Snake River.
Have you heard of Outdoor Afro? Today this incredible organization is featured in the September issue of O Magazine, where they are offering exclusive gifts to anyone who donates to support their work. Klean Kanteen is proud to provide Outdoor Afro branded reusable bottles.
Klean Kanteen forges nonprofit partnerships with organizations that are doing vital work, bringing benefit to people and planet. A key partner in our efforts to give back to our communities by supporting on-the-ground action is 1% for the Planet, an organization that brings together businesses and nonprofits so they can make a bigger impact.
Each year, humans produce about 400 million tons of plastic, and less than 10% of that gets recycled. Klean Kanteen is proud to partner with 5 Gyres Institute, a nonprofit that is dedicated to empowering action against the global health crisis of plastic pollution.
Read about the all-women crew that sailed from the South Pacific rim to the Galapagos Islands to raise awareness and explore solutions to environmental and health impacts of single-use plastics.
Klean Ambassador Sean Jansen embarks on an ambitious 3 day adventure to circumnavigate around Yellowstone Lake, over 100 miles, on a standup paddleboard. Sean shares photos and stories from his experience, with Klean bottles (and his fishing gear) faithfully by his side.
We lent a hand to filmmaker Ben Weiland in bringing his new film, Mr. Kookbox to life. Weiland follows California surfer Nole Cossart as he builds, and then paddles his unlikely surfcraft, dubbed Kookboxes, into thumping Baja surf. Watch the film for some free stoke!
The Klean family extends from our Chico, CA headquarters to our operations overseas and our friends around the world. We're lucky to have inspiring partners from across the globe. We checked in with them during these crazy times, to see how are they taking care of themselves and their families.
We recently connected with Megan Hillman Donovan, the talented illustrator behind our recent series of current event focused illustrations. Megan was kind enough to share some interesting behind the scenes details on her process and background as a creative.
Since the beginning, being a force for good has driven everything we do at Klean Kanteen. We’re pleased to announce the next step in our goal of being the best environmental steward we can be by joining forces with Climate Neutral to achieve a carbon neutral footprint. We are 100% carbon neutral in our manufacturing and delivery of products worldwide.
We never thought we’d have to get so good at spending time indoors! Like any family, the team at Klean has a wide range of interests, tastes and hobbies. From NPR to Joe Rogan, The Roots to Khruangbin, check out the podcasts, songs, shows and apps that are keeping us sane, for the most part! We hope they bring you inspiration, and new ways to pass the time.
Klean Ambassador Sean Jansen sets out to bike and fly fish all 142 miles of the Gallatin River in the Northwest corner of Yellowstone National Park. Sean shares his thoughts on enjoying the great outdoors while dealing with all the single-use waste along the way.
We’ve always been more comfortable sitting around a campfire than a boardroom table, more at home on the trail than the corporate treadmill.
Jeff Cresswell and Michelle Kalberer, Brother & Sister Co-Owners of Klean
