An independent side-by-side ethics comparison of Onyx and Green and Better World Books across certifications, average sustainability score and product range.
81.8/100 avg ethics
12 products tracked
Certifications
92.4/100 avg ethics
11 products tracked
Certifications

A unique alternative to cedar pencils, these are made from rolled recycled newspapers and feature HB #2 graphite.

Crafted from one of the world's most sustainable plants, this bamboo paper notebook offers a tree-free alternative for stationery enthusiasts.

A sustainable writing instrument featuring a barrel made from renewable bamboo and recycled plastic components, offering a biodegradable alternative to plastic pens.

An innovative notebook made from wheat straw, an agricultural byproduct that would otherwise be burned. This notebook offers a smooth writing surface while actively reducing agricultural waste and preserving forests.

Onyx and Green's bamboo gel pens offer a renewable alternative to the ubiquitous plastic pen. By utilizing fast-growing, FSC-certified bamboo for the barrel and soy-based inks, these pens significantly reduce the presence of virgin plastics in the office environment while maintaining a sleek, professional aesthetic.

Sustainable ballpoint pens featuring a barrel made from renewable bamboo and recycled plastic components, offering a low-impact writing experience.

A circular economy leader in the book industry, Better World Books diverts millions of books from landfills while funding global literacy.

A for-profit social enterprise that collects and sells books online to fund literacy initiatives worldwide and keep books out of landfills.

An industry leader in circular economy bookselling, Better World Books diverts millions of titles from landfills while funding global literacy initiatives through every purchase.

A socially responsible bookselling giant that utilizes a 'for-profit social enterprise' model to fund global literacy and provide a second life for used books.
A social enterprise that collects and sells books online to fund literacy initiatives worldwide. Every purchase contributes to the circular economy by keeping books out of landfills.

A pioneer in the circular book economy, rescuing millions of books from landfills while funding global literacy.
Better World Books scores higher on independent ethics scoring: Onyx and Green averages 81.8/100 vs Better World Books at 92.4/100.
Onyx and Green appears with 8 verified certifications (PETA Approved, FSC Certified, Global Recycled Standard, Vegan, 1% for the Planet). Better World Books appears with 4 (B Corp, 1% for the Planet, FSC Certified, Certified B Corp).
Yes. Both brands are scored by the same methodology — never paid placement. See our methodology page for the weighting.