Location:
2530 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94702
Contact Us:
Phone: (510) 548-3402
Email: store@ecologycenter.org
December Holiday Schedule
Open December 2 to December 23
• Sunday: Closed
• Monday: Closed
• Tuesday: 12 pm to 6 pm
• Wednesday: 12 pm to 6 pm
• Thursday: 12 pm to 6 pm
• Friday: 12 pm to 6 pm
• Saturday: 12 pm to 6 pm
2025 EcoStore Holiday Closures
December 24 to January 6
EcoStore History
The Ecology Center’s first storefront and offices on Addison Street in Berkeley, early–mid 1970s. Originally called the ‘Ecology Center and Bookstore,’ this location served as a hub for books, resources, and community organizing around environmental issues.
The EcoStore was founded by the Ecology Center in Berkeley, California, as part of our broader mission to support environmental sustainability and community resilience. What started as a grassroots effort to give people access to eco-friendly, non-toxic, and zero-waste alternatives has grown into a trusted community hub for sustainable living solutions. Rooted in the Ecology Center’s long-standing leadership in environmental education, policy advocacy, and resource sharing since our founding in 1969, the EcoStore continues to reflect our commitment to creating a healthier planet for all.
Mission
The EcoStore’s mission is to:
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Support a just and sustainable future by offering goods that reduce harm to people and the planet.
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Promote zero-waste and low-impact lifestyles through access to vetted, reusable, and non-toxic products.
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Educate and empower the community with knowledge and tools to make informed, eco-conscious choices.
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Foster local and ethical economies by partnering with vendors who share our values of sustainability, fair labor, and environmental justice.
The EcoStore is more than a retail space — it’s a hands-on extension of the Ecology Center’s commitment to ecological health, climate action, and community empowerment.
What We Offer
At the Ecology Center EcoStore, you’ll find everyday essentials and meaningful gifts that align with your values. We carry books, housewares, green gifts, organic gardening supplies, toys and games, recycled paper goods, glassware, organic fibers, and much more — all carefully vetted for sustainability, safety, and ethical sourcing.
Membership
As an Ecology Center member, you’ll receive 10% off all regularly priced items year-round and 20% off books, plus exclusive invitations to member sales and events. Become a member today!
Why Shop With Us
When you shop locally at the EcoStore, you’re not only reducing waste — you’re also supporting the local economy and helping build stronger, more resilient communities. We’re here to affirm that shopping and sustainability can go hand in hand.
Refill Station
Community members explore our zero-waste Refill Station, where every product comes with samples to smell or patch test before you refill.
Refill with us! The EcoStore is excited to invite you into our Refill Station — a simple, zero-waste way to support your sustainable living journey.
Plastic is everywhere: in landfills, oceans, waterways, and even in our bodies. Every year, over 31 million tons of plastic packaging ends up in the environment. But the real issue isn’t just plastic — it’s our throwaway culture. That’s why we’re committed to being part of the solution and working alongside our community to #BreakFreeFromPlastic.
When you choose to refill instead of buying single-use, you’re joining a movement that reduces waste, conserves resources, and helps build a healthier, more sustainable future.
At the EcoStore, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of refillable products, everything you need to live plastic-free in one place. Just bring in your clean containers, and our staff will help you through the refill process. Pay by weight, refill as often as you like, and enjoy the ease of stocking up without the waste.
Like all of our EcoStore products, our refill offerings are held to the highest standards for environmental impact, safety, ethical sourcing, and sustainability. You can feel confident that every choice you make here supports both your values and the planet.
Together, we can push back against single-use culture and embrace a circular economy — one refill at a time. Come visit us and be part of the refill revolution.
This program is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Altamont Education Advisory Board.
View the full list of refill products by clicking here: Refill at the EcoStore
CSA Pick-Up
Full Belly: Pickup Wednesdays, 12 pm to 6 pm
We offer a day-of discount at our store of 15% off when you come in for a pick-up.
*We are also a collection spot for used Albatross razor blades. Please ensure that blades are fully wrapped so that there are no accidents while being handled.
The Ecology Center hosts workshops and classes in-person and online, as well as provide Free Fact Sheets, to support you in living your values of sustainability. Click here to view upcoming Workshops and Classes.
PRODUCT POLICY
We consider whether a particular product is:
- good for the environment or better than conventional alternatives
- made from sustainable, organically grown, or recycled materials
- affordable and durable
- reusable, repairable, biodegradable, or compostable
- compatible with sustainable practices or resource conservation
- reflective of multicultural values
- produced locally
We generally avoid products that are:
- packaged in non-reusable, non-recyclable or excessive packaging
- made from substances that are harmful to the environment, the end user, or the workers who produce it
- disposable, if there is a good reusable alternative
- made from plastic or other products that are derived from petroleum
- made from genetically modified crops
We favor vendors who share our values. We consider the following:
- Does the vendor make an effort to minimize waste in the production, transportation and marketing of its products?
- Does the vendor engage in fair labor and fair trade practices?
- Does the vendor contribute to environmental or socially conscious causes?
- Is the vendor engaged in any dishonorable behavior?
If you are a vendor of a product that aligns with the Ecology Center EcoStore mission and product policy, contact our Store Program Manager to discuss the potential of the Ecology Center carrying your product.
