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The gift that gives back

Whatever the occasion, once people realize their Sprout pencil can grow into fragrant herbs, luscious flowers – or even fresh vegetables, it’s sure to bring a smile and start a conversation.

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The ideal promotional gift

For companies or organisations that have a passion for sustainability, a Sprout pencil is the ideal gift item. Made from FSC-certified or PEFC wood, it can be engraved with a logo and given away at conferences, events or even just used in visitor reception areas.

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Toyota, denmark

Sharing values with conference participants

When Toyota Denmark took part in a sustainability conference, they used Sprout pencils as promotional gifts.

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Coca Cola, Italy

Coca Cola, Italy

Promotional gift to launch new product

Sprout pencils were given to employees and consumers as part of the launch of Coca-Cola life in Italy.

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Nature Planet, Denmark

Making a difference for the environment, product by product.

As part of Nature Planet’s mission to offer products with a sustainable and environmental focus, the Sprout pencil became an obvious choice for their business.

 

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Once people realize that a Sprout pencil can become a plant, it’s sure to bring a smile and start a conversation. And best of all, the fragrant flowers and fresh herbs from a Sprout pencil make sustainability visible long after your event has finished.

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Nature Planet

The Sprout pencils have a strong message of sustainability that we can identify with. Being able to offer these plantable pencils simply makes sense for a brand like ours.

We strive to reuse, reduce and recycle whenever possible. We donate 5% every time we sell a product from our PLAN and Save the Orangutan range.

The Sprout pencil is an original, eco-friendly and very popular gift idea. The demand is high, we are impressed by the sales and are urged to re-order much faster than we expected.

Jesper Lawcock,
Sales & Marketing Manager, Nature Planet
The Sprout pencil is an original, eco-friendly and very popular gift idea
Who:
Nature Planet, a leading supplier of quality toys, souvenirs and accessories for more than 1,000 attractions worldwide.
What:
Customized pencils and single cards in display boxes.
How:
Nature Planet distributes Sprout pencils as gift ideas for museum shops, amusement parks, zoo gift shops and other attractions around the world..
Why:
Nature Planet offers products with a sustainable and environmental focus.

Vestas

The Sprout pencils fit with our message of being the most sustainable team in the race With the most sustainable equipment, gear and strategy.

Vestas 11th Hour Racing has sustainability at its core. It was decided that we should find sustainable alternatives for everything we do at events in the Volvo Ocean Race.

As our audience is both public (educational) and corporate, pencils are a great way to get our message across.

Very positive reactions – everyone has been really surprised by the idea, and happy that they can give their used pencils an extended life.

Thomas John McMaw,
Senior Project Manager – Campaigns and Communications
The Sprout pencils fit with our message of being the most sustainable team in the race
Who:
Vestas 11th Hour Racing in the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18.
What:
Sprout pencils were used to teach about sustainability in workshops.
How:
Public and guest giveaways..
Why:
The pencils get the message across of finding sustainable alternatives in this race.

Eurelectric

As an EU electricity organisation, we value the principle of environmentally friendly products.

Since Sprout is also promoting recycling of products and increasing the products’ life-span and practicality, we really appreciated the thought behind the product design.

Sustainability is a key subject at the Power Summits and in our organisation at large. We value and advocate on behalf of sustainable product designs, consumer behaviours and consumption.

Marianne Karu,
Advisor Events EurElectric.org, Brussels
Sprout pencils are a very good way to promote sustainable living among the guests of our events
Who:
The Union of the Electricity Industry – Eurelectric represents the common interests of the electricity industry at European level.
What:
The Eurelectric Power Summit 2019 in Florence.
How:
Sprout pencils on single cards were part of the speaker gifts at the summit..
Why:
Sustainability plays an important role in Eurelectric’s work.

GUESS

GUESS launched “RESOURCED”, a program aimed at encouraging customers to recycle their wardrobe by giving it a new lease on life.

Launched originally in California and then more broadly in the U.S. in 2018, the aim is to expand the program worldwide by 2020.

The commitment to an eco-friendly world takes the concrete form of the ECO Denim collection. Since starting GUESS ECO in 2016, the company has saved over 2.5 million liters of water, one days’ worth of drinking water for 1 million people. GUESS plans to double its water savings by 2021.

GUESS Europe decided to give away a Sprout pencil to every client who purchased an item from the ECO Denim campaign, both in stores and online.

GUESS Europe,
GUESS Europe decided to give away a Sprout pencil to every client who purchased an item from the ECO Denim campaign
Who:
Guess Europe. Guess is a jeans and lifestyle brand with over 1,000 retail stores in the Americas, Europe and Asia.
What:
Customized pencils and single cards in display boxes.
How:
The Sprout pencil was a gift with purchase in an international campaign..
Why:
The Sprout pencil is natural, sustainable and has a strong recycling message.

Royal Danish Embassy in Singapore

Every year, around Denmark’s Constitution Day in June, the Danish Embassy in Singapore invites Danish companies with business in Singapore, local stakeholders, companies and governmental institutions to celebrate Denmark Day.

The Sprout pencils were part of the decoration on the event and all guests received a Sprout pencil upon registration to sign the guest book. The pencils acted both as a great ice-breaker while showcasing a green Danish solution.

Besides being eye-catching and tapping into the narrative around ‘Green Denmark’, the pencil is a ‘lasting and living’ gift that helps us brand Denmark over a longer span of time as being a green pioneer and front-runner.

Magnus Højberg Mernild,
Head of Communications & Public Diplomacy
By using and showcasing Sprout pencils, we have been able to bring sustainability down to an everyday level
Who:
Royal Danish Embassy in Singapore.
What:
Sprout pencils on cards.
How:
Handouts and decoration on Denmark Day celebration..
Why:
A green Danish solution that supports Singapore’s zero waste vision.

IKEA, Belgium

We have purchased pencils with herbs for supporting the launch of our sustainability report. It was a fun gadget that came together with a card with our sustainability highlights of last year.

It was distributed to all our co-workers in IKEA Belgium. The reactions were very positive. And we know that the pencils work, because we have planted some of them in our office.

Iris de Herdt,
Sustainability Department IKEA, Belgium
It was a fun gadget and the reactions were very positive
Who:
IKEA, Belgium.
What:
Engraved Sprout pencils on single cards with highlights.
How:
A giveaway handed to all employees as part of the launch of a sustainability report..
Why:
The Sprout pencil is good at communicating sustainability.

Toyota Denmark A/S

We have handed out Sprout pencils, both to our employees and to participants at a sustainability conference.

The Sprout pencil is perfectly in line with our values; it supports recycling, renewal and it has a positive impact on the planet. Everyone has been pleasantly surprised with the pencils.

They look like normal pencils, but they can do so much more. I personally use them in my plant pots at home.

Toyota has been on the forefront for many years when it comes to minimizing any negative impact from our products, our production and anything we do.
The Sprout pencil supports this message perfectly.

Frank C. Okoisor,
President, Toyota Denmark A/S
The Sprout pencil is perfectly in line with our values
Who:
Toyota Denmark.
What:
Sprout pencils on single cards.
How:
Give to employees and participants on a conference..
Why:
The Sprout pencil represents Toyota’s values like recycling, renewal and leaving a positive impact on the planet.

Coca-Cola, Italy

We used the Sprout pencil as a gadget when launching the new Coca-Cola Life in Italy. We chose the Sprout pencil because it was totally aligned with the philosophy of Coca-Cola Life: Naturalness.

The Sprout pencil has contributed with a lot of engagement and innovation among our consumers, and everyone has been very enthusiastic.

I have even received pictures of basil plants grown by children that got some of our pencils – so cute!

I will definitely use Sprout products again and I already recommended them to a colleague who will develop asimilar promotion.

Valentina Gandini,
National Account Manager, Coca-Cola, Italy
We chose the Sprout pencil because it was totally aligned with the philosophy of Coca-Cola Life: Naturalness
Who:
Coca-Cola, Italy.
What:
Engraved basil pencils on single cards.
How:
Giveaway when launching Coca Cola Life..
Why:
The Sprout pencil contributes with a lot of engagement and innovation.

Marriot, Grand Cayman

The entire hotel is loving this great idea.

Andrew Dear,
Room Operations Manager, Marriott
The entire hotel is loving this great idea
Who:
Marriot, Grand Cayman.
What:
Engraved Sprout pencils.
How:
Green giveaway to guests..
Why:
The Sprout pencil is original and sends a green message.

Arla Foods Ingredients

We have used Sprout pencils to communicate a healthy start in our Toddlers Program. The program is about the importance of whey proteins for kids aged 2-5 years.

We sent the pencils out with a letter and a book that explains the program. When the pencils sprout it´s a symbol of a good start in life. This message fits so well with our mission to five kids a good start.

Our sales team have been pleased to hand out the pencils at customer meetings. And the feedback has been very enthusiastic.

Mia Vestergaard Andersen,
Marketing Coordinator, Arla Foods Ingredients
When the pencils sprout, it´s a symbol of a good start in life
Who:
Arla Foods Ingredients.
What:
Customized Sprout pencils.
How:
Gift together with a Toddlers Program book and icebreaker at sales meetings..
Why:
The pencil supports Arla´s message and is a good icebreaker.

Altan.dk

We put Sprout pencils into a Welcome Box that the carpenters place on our client´s new balcony.

In the box, they will also find a cooking book with balcony friendly herbs and vegetables, a maintenance guide and documents for customer feedback.

At Altan.dk, we are fans of sustainability.
The Sprout pencil is such a great gift because it is eco-friendly, fun, different and it can grow on our customers new balcony.

Ulrik Knudsen,
CEO, Altan.dk
The Sprout pencil is such a great gift because it´s eco-friendly, fun and different
Who:
ALTAN.DK – Manufacturer of balconies
What:
Sprout pencils and flyers with plant guide
How:
The Sprout pencils are a part of a welcome box placed on the new balcony.
Why:
Sustainability is important when making balconies and the pencil can grow on them

Carabinieri

We hand out Sprout pencils when teaching kids about environmental protection in schools, or as a gift on conferences or conventions.

Carabinieri is the main Italian police force with 120.000 officers. We have the biggest specialized unit in Europe in environmental protection. We like your pencil and people appreciate this gift.

Lt. Col. Pierantonio Breda,
2nd Branch Chief Events and promotional activities Italian Carabinieri General Headquarters
Having the biggest specialized unit in Europe in environmental protection, we really appreciate your pencil
Who:
Carabinieri, Environmental Protection Unit, Italy
What:
Sprout pencils with logo
How:
We use your pencil as a gift in schools, during conferences on environmental issues or on conventions.
Why:
The pencil is ideal because environmental protection is one of our main tasks. It is an amusing and nice gift

Aeroporto Cuneo

We use the Sprout forget me not pencils as giveaways to promote Cuneo Airport in B2B meetings (to airlines and tour operators) and B2C (press conferences and events).

The message we wanted to transfer is “let´s grow together with the right seeds of professionalism and partnership in an eco-friendly way”.

All of this is resumed in a Sprout pencil.
Surprising. Clever. Amazing. Never seenbefore. Those are the reactionswe get from people who receiveour Cuneo Airport pencils.”

Anna Milanese,
General Manager, Aeroporto Cuneo
Surprising. Clever. Amazing. Never seen before
Who:
Cuneo Airport, Turin, Italy
What:
Customized Sprout pencils on cards
How:
Giveaway to airlines, tour operators and at press conferences.
Why:
The pencil supports the message of “let´s grow together”

European Parliament

We used Sprout´s products for the 2016 edition of Green Week, the biggest annual occasion to debate and discuss European environment policy.

The theme was “Investing for a greener future.”

Lorelejs Pansini,
Administration and Finance, European Parliament
Sprout´s products helped focus on our theme “Investing for a greener future“
Who:
European Parliament
What:
Customized Sprout boxes with seeds
How:
Green giveaway to participants and journalists.
Why:
To support Green Week and the theme Investing for a greener future

Politiken Plus

The Danish national newspaper Politiken has a member club called Politiken Plus.

For more than two years Politiken Plus has sold Sprout pencils in their shop.

We sell a lot of Sprout pencils and the reactions are very positive. We think it´s a fun idea. We are happy with our collaboration with Sprout.

Heidi Epe,
Customer Relations Manager, Politiken Plus
We sell a lot of Sprout pencils and the reactions are very positive
Who:
Politiken, Danish National Newspaper
What:
Sprout pencils
How:
The pencils are sold in Politiken´s member club.
Why:
Unique and original product

VisitDenmark

VisitDenmark has used Sprout´s products on a press conference for the launch of the Danish pavilion in Rio 2016.

We chose to include Sprout in our press kit because their products are icebreakers and illustrate both good design and sustainability – important parts of the stories we wish to tell.

Sprout is selected to represent Denmark on the pavilion because their pencils and cards are a perfect fit for our themes; innovate together, recycle together and eat together.

Trine Nielsen,
Int. Project Manager, VisitDenmark
Sprout´s pencils are icebreakers and illustrate both good design and sustainability
Who:
VisitDenmark
What:
Engraved Sprout pencils and cards
How:
Green giveaway to guests and journalists.
Why:
The Sprout pencil are both icebreakers, good design and sustainable

Woodscape

We produce high quality Hardwood Street Furniture. Producing a quality wooden item makes sense for us, and the use of recycled cards and boxes is a part of giving a warm eco feel to our brand.
The Sprout pencils are a much nicer giveaway at our pending Exhibition than a standard plastic pen.

John Pagan,
Group Marketing Manager, Woodscape
The Sprout pencil is a much nicer giveaway than a plastic pen
Who:
Woodscape, UK
What:
Customized Sprout pencils
How:
Giweaway to clients and guests.
Why:
A wooden sustainable pencil is in line with the Woodscape brand

Friends of the High Line

I am looking for innovative products that has a different take on everyday needs. Pencils are a staple product for us and I wanted to find one that was beyond the basic.

Sprout was perfect because it´s something new and best of all, fits with the horticulture program of the High Line.

The reaction from our clientele has been overwhelmingly positive. Everyone loves it and most people buy multiples for themselves and as gifts.

Daniel Thiem,
Director of Retail Operations, Friends of the High Line, NY
Everyone loves the pencil and most people buy multiples for themselves and as gifts
Who:
Friends of the High Line shop, New York. The High Line is a public park built on a historic freight rail line elevated above the streets on Manhattan’s West Side.
What:
Sprout pencils on single cards.
How:
They sell them near checkout to raise money for the conservation of the park..
Why:
It´s something new and it fits with the horticulture program that cares for the landscape of the High Line.

Cúrcuma Estudio

We loved the idea of handing out plantable pencils to the guests at the “Save Energy-Fair” in Gran Canaria, Spain. It´s both an original and relevant giveaway – giving a second life to the pencil stub is spot on communication.

This sustainable gift was a great surprise for the guests since it was so unique, simple to plant and because it came in so many seed varieties.

Without doubt, it´s a one of a kind product, respectful towards the environment and very useful. Who would have thought that a pencil could turn into a tomato?

Teresa Charro,
Accounts Department, Cúrcuma Estudio, Gran Canaria
It´s a one of a kind product. Respectful towards the environment and very useful
Who:
Cúrcuma Estudio is a publicity agency that works with Las Palmas City Hall, Gran Canaria, the organizer of the Energy Fair.
What:
Customized Sprout pencils on single cards.
How:
Green giveaway to guests on the Energy Fair in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria..
Why:
The pencil is unique and respectful towards the environment.

Franprix

We sell the pencils in 400 stores in France.

In the stores, the pencils are placed on the short path for the customers that grab the small shopping baskets.

We chose Sprout because they are the only ones that makes this product. And because we liked the idea.

Mathilde Tenaille,
Project Manager, Franprix
Sprout is the only company that makes this pencil. We like the idea
Who:
Franprix, French high end retail with over 400 stores.
What:
Engraved Sprout pencils and cards.
How:
They sell them near checkout..
Why:
It´s an original product.

Netto

We had a great Food Festival where we handed out Sprout pencils in small baskets.

The reactions were very positive – people got surprised.
Sprout fits our values and the event perfectly.

Kathrine Werling,
Campaign & Media Manager, Netto, Denmark
Sprout fits our values and the Food Festival perfectly
Who:
Netto, Danish Supermarket chain. They had a stand on Aarhus Food Festival promoting their organic products.
What:
Customized Sprout pencils on cards.
How:
They handed out Sprout pencils on the Food Festival..
Why:
The pencils are an original giveaway that fits the message of organic products well.

Schöffel Sportbekleidung

We used the Sprout pencils as a little gift for our customers; that means both retailers that buy our clothes and end consumers on fairs.

The idea of the sprouting pencils is nice and sustainable and everyone liked it.

Mira Bornhäuser,
Marketing Retail Manager, Schöffel Sportbekleidung
The idea of the sprouting pencils is nice and sustainable and everyone liked it
Who:
Schöffel, leading German ski and sportswear brand.
What:
Sprout pencils with logo.
How:
Giveaway for retail customers and for end consumers on fairs..
Why:
Sustainability is very important for Schoeffel. Schoeffel has been a member of Fair Wear Foundation since 2011 and is considered a leader within the field of sustainability in the sector.

Pressalit

We handed out Sprout pencils on fairs for students looking for job possibilities when they graduate.

We wanted a giveaway with our logo that the students would use and remember afterwards; the Sprout pencil.

Pressalit has a strong profile within CSR. We have won prizes for both CRS commitments and for best workplace for interns. We give our interns the possibilities to grow within our organization – this is why we got the message “Go Grow” engraved on our pencils.

Everyone thought the pencil was super cool and asked for more. The Sprout pencil combines two untraditional things: a plant and a pencil. This is why you remember it.

Marlene Rimmen,
Pressalit
The Sprout pencil combines two untraditional things: a plant and a pencil. This is why you remember it.
Who:
Pressalit, manufacturer of solutions for kitchen and bathrooms.
What:
Sprout pencils with logo and message.
How:
Giveaways on fairs to headhunt students..
Why:
Pressalit has a strong CSR profile. The pencil is useful to students and will be remembered.

The Sustainable City

We have used the pencils as giveaways at expos and conferences. School classes that visit The Sustainable City on a field trip receive a pencil as a souvenir. It’s a great item.

It has a great feel to it and delivers a powerful message in a small space. The Sustainable City is about embracing sustainability everywhere and every day. A Sprout pencil will keep this top of mind every day as you use it and the symbolic act of planting something after use is amazing.

All age groups are intrigued by the pencil, and especially children are amazed. With these reactions, the pencil becomes a great “ice breaker” when used at expos etc. Good for opening a conversation.

Michael Solvsten,
Operations Director, The Sustainable City
The symbolic act of planting something after use is amazing. It´s good for opening a conversation
Who:
The Sustainable City, Dubai. The Sustainable City is a 46 hectare property development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the first net zero energy development in the Emirate of Dubai. The development includes 500 villas, 89 apartments and some offices, retail, healthcare facilities, a nursery and food and beverage outlets.
What:
Sprout pencils with customized engraving.
How:
Giveaways on conferences, expos and school visits to The Sustainable City..
Why:
The pencil becomes a great ice breaker.

Porsche

We are very satisfied with the pencils and used them internally to promote our team that deals with regulations and environment.

People liked the idea and the pencils very much. We got them recommended from one of our suppliers.

Julia Bas,
Porsche
People liked the idea and the pencils very much
Who:
Porsche, Germany.
What:
Customized Sprout pencils.
How:
Giveaway to employees..
Why:
Ideal gift to focus on regulations and environment.