Decomposition Notebook (College Ruled) vs Onyx and Green Recycled Newspaper Pencils

Overview

In the Office & Stationery category, two standout products earn identical 92/100 ethics scores: the Michael Roger Decomposition Notebook (College Ruled) and the Onyx and Green Recycled Newspaper Pencils. Both are affordable (price: $) and carry impressive certifications, but they serve different everyday needs. The Michael Roger notebook is FSC Certified, Climate Neutral, and supports 1% for the Planet. The Onyx and Green pencils are FSC Certified, PETA Approved, and meet the Global Recycled Standard. Choosing between them depends on whether you need a durable writing surface or a sustainable drawing/writing tool.

Ethics diff

While both products share a 92/100 ethical rating, their certifications reveal distinct priorities. The Michael Roger notebook emphasizes climate action through Climate Neutral certification and donating 1% of sales to environmental causes. Onyx and Green pencils focus on recycled content (Global Recycled Standard) and animal welfare (PETA Approved). The notebook’s impact is more about carbon offset and forest stewardship, whereas the pencils minimize virgin resource use and avoid animal-derived materials. Neither product is inherently “more ethical”—they just target different aspects of sustainability.

Everyday use

For daily office or school use, the Michael Roger Decomposition Notebook is ideal for note-taking, journaling, or planning. Its college-ruled pages suit detailed writing, and the FSC paper ensures reduced forest impact. Onyx and Green pencils, made from recycled newspaper, are perfect for sketching, marking, or quick notes—but they are consumables that need sharpening and eventual replacement. The notebook offers longevity (hundreds of pages), while pencils are best for temporary or creative tasks. If you write heavily, the notebook wins on utility; if you draw or prefer pencils, the Onyx and Green set excels.

Value

Both are budget-friendly (price: $). The notebook provides high value per use due to its long lifespan and robust certifications. Pencils, though cheap, may require frequent repurchase, especially in heavy-use scenarios. However, the pencils offer novelty and a lower material footprint per unit. For ethical shoppers, the notebook delivers more functional value over time, while pencils are a low-cost, low-waste entry point.

Bottom line

Both products are exemplary ethical choices, but the winner is a tie because they are not direct competitors—one is a long-term stationery mainstay, the other a specialized tool. Your purchase should align with your primary need: writing or drawing. If you must choose one, the Michael Roger notebook edges ahead for versatility and carbon-conscious impact.