GREENERFRIDAY HOLIDAY GIFT AWARDS 2026
NEVADA — THREE CANDIDATES

No winners have been selected. Public voting is separate from editorial evaluation.

9 Million Tons — Teapot Reusable Hot Coffee Cup Stopper Keychain
A reusable resin stopper can replace disposable splash sticks in compatible hot-drink lids.
State connection: Made in Nevada's member directory identifies 9 Million Tons as a Reno maker and lists its Teapot product.
Considerations: It replaces the stopper only, not the disposable cup. Independent food-contact documentation was not assessed; no biodegradability claim is endorsed.
User evidence: The exact Etsy listing has buyer comments about repeat orders, meeting expectations and fast shipping.
Scope: Exact product listing
Limitations: Only nine item reviews observed; shop-wide sales/review totals must not be attributed to this item. Still a niche novelty with unassessed food-contact documentation, not a convincing flagship gift.
Sources: https://www.etsy.com/listing/931714717/teapot-reusable-hot-coffee-cup-stopper | https://madeinnevada.org/places/9-million-tons/ | https://www.etsy.com/listing/931714717/teapot-reusable-hot-coffee-cup-stopper

Ethel M Chocolates — Classic Collection — 16 Pieces
The company documents a solar garden that supplies its factory during daylight hours.
State connection: Ethel M's factory and flagship store are in Henderson, Nevada.
Considerations: Energy evidence is factory-level, not a product lifecycle certification; chocolate is a consumable gift with allergens.
User evidence: Independent chocolate discussions and local recommendations repeatedly mention Ethel M as an enjoyable gift; price is a recurring reservation.
Scope: Brand/chocolate range; not exact 16-piece assortment
Limitations: Anecdotes do not establish sales volume. Factory solar power is company-level evidence, not proof this chocolate has lower total impact.
Sources: https://www.ethelm.com/en-us/gift-boxes/classic/collection-classic-p.html | https://www.ethelm.com/en-us/about/sustainability | https://www.ethelm.com/en-us/locations/henderson-flagship | https://www.reddit.com/r/LasVegas/comments/186cnez | https://www.reddit.com/r/chocolate/comments/1mcm128 | https://www.reddit.com/r/NASCAR/comments/lw2p1o

Full Circle Soils & Compost — BOOST Soil Amendment — 1/2 cu ft Bag
Its signature compost amendment comes from a company that turns regional organic waste into compost and soil products.
State connection: Full Circle operates its compost business in Carson City, Nevada.
Considerations: Best as a local gardening gift. BOOST-specific recycled-feedstock percentages are not published; certifications for Tahoe Compost are not transferred to BOOST.
User evidence: No independent buyer discussion of the exact BOOST bag was located; available testimonials are hosted by the maker and date from 2016.
Scope: No independent product signal
Limitations: Bulky local soil amendment is a weak national Christmas gift; do not count unrelated Full Circle kitchen-compost-bin reviews.
Sources: https://www.easternsierrafeed.com/product/786153/30179861-Full_Circle_Compost_Boost_Bag_1_2_cu_ft_ | https://fullcirclecompost.com/products/ | https://fullcirclecompost.com/were-different/ | https://fullcirclecompost.com/green-waste/

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