At Earth Balance Bag we are pleased that consumers are becoming more and more socially responsible, especially when it comes to the environment. We also know they are not going to by "green" just for the sake of buying "green". They want solutions that respond to their needs and make sense for the environment. Our tree-free paper gift bags and gift wrap are perfect for the green-minded consumer. The paper used to make our bags and wrap is not made from trees, but from stone. The main raw material is calcium carbonate (limestone) with a small amount of non-toxic resin as a binder. Our paper making process requires no water, chlorine or chemical bleaching therefore there is no hazardous waste or toxic air emitted and is very energy efficient. A greener process, providing a greener result!