5 apps and sites (in French!) to help you consume better
Cooking, shopping, decorating your home, or going on vacation—these are universal routines! Yet, these seemingly harmless actions aren't necessarily aligned with protecting our environment. At JULES & JENN, as a committed brand and also as consumers, we question the meaning of our purchases every day and love sharing tips to avoid falling into the trap of overconsumption or greenwashing.
Luckily, in recent years, numerous platforms, particularly French ones, have been created to guide us towards more ethical choices. Here is our hand-picked (and by no means exhaustive) selection of 5 100% French websites or apps that will help you combine responsible consumption with enjoyable shopping.
Greengo
Discovering picturesque spots throughout France and prioritizing low-impact travel is possible! In 2021, four young entrepreneurs decided to create GreenGo, a new ethical, responsible, and French Airbnb, to inspire you to travel closer to home and better. Their initial observation? There's no need to increase our carbon footprint by going to the other side of the world when magnificent regions are waiting to be discovered right on our doorstep… GreenGo selects authentic accommodations for you all over France, from traditional bed and breakfasts and hotels to unusual lodgings : bubbles , treehouses , and ecolodges ! The key is guaranteed fair compensation for hosts, aiming to reconcile ethics, environmental protection, and the joy of travel. So, shall we put on our Ranger boots and head to the Tarn Gorges?
The Made in France website
As its name suggests, Le Site du Made in France is THE search engine that lists the best products made in France. It's the result of a bet won just a year ago by three friends: Yann, Xavier, and Olivier, who wanted to use their digital marketing expertise to have a positive impact on society and the environment. From clothing and accessories to household appliances, including garden furniture, jewelry, toys, and bedding, the site offers an impressive and ever-growing catalog of items! More than 600 brands (including JULES & JENN ) are listed, and you simply make your purchase on the manufacturer's website. It's the ideal way to support French industry and craftsmanship, help preserve jobs in France, and discover hidden gems made in France. No more excuses for not shopping French!
Photo credit © The Made In France website
Dream Act
In the same spirit, but as an online shop, Dream Act curates and delivers the best in responsible consumption. Driven by their desire for a more ethical and ecological world, Diane Scemama and Claire Chouraqui founded Dream Act in 2016, turning their vision into reality. Their goal was to democratize responsible consumption, making it the norm rather than the exception! Dream Act is a marketplace for the general public, featuring ethical and ecological products from social entrepreneurs, and also offers B2B sales of eco-friendly promotional items. Products are carefully selected for their quality and their social and environmental impact. The platform offers a wide range of creations across all categories: clothing, beauty, groceries, and furniture. Its added bonus? It's also a place to learn more and understand the behind-the-scenes process of making each of our purchases. PS: If you recognize these elegant men's shoes in the photo, yes, they are indeed our Chelsea boots !
Photo credit © Dream Act
Phoenix
Every year, tens of millions of tons of food are wasted in France. If food waste were compared to a country, it would be the third largest polluter in the world! It was this observation in 2014 that led Jean Moreau and Baptiste Corval to create Phenix : a win-win app that prevents unsold food from local businesses from going to waste. Customers wanting to save a meal and save money are connected with these businesses, which prepare "surprise baskets" for them. Delicious meals at reduced prices that contribute to the fight against food waste—yes, please! Easy to use, simply choose a basket from a local business, pick it up at the designated time, and... enjoy!
Photo credit © Phenix
Frigo Magic
Our final pick in our selection of the 5 perfect French apps and websites for conscious consumption! Frigo Magic is the brainchild of Christophe Boisselier, restaurateur and owner of several restaurants, who in 2010 (during a get-together with friends) improvised a dish using leftovers from his cupboards. When his guests exclaimed, "It's magic! You managed to make something delicious in 15 minutes!", the concept was born. From this came, in 2015, a recipe app unlike any other, which creates meals using the ingredients you already have in your fridge! Indeed, according to the 2 million users who have already been won over by the idea, it only takes 30 minutes to put together a dish with your leftovers. Everything is designed so you can create easy, zero-waste recipes: if that's not practical and eco-friendly…
Photo credit © Frigo Magic
