Yardley Refillery Wins Environmental Stewardship Award

The Lower Makefield Township Supervisors honored the local business for its sustainability efforts.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Yardley Refillery, a zero-waste refill shop in Yardley, Pennsylvania, was recently recognized by the Lower Makefield Township Supervisors with the EAC Environmental Stewardship Award. The award includes a $1,000 stipend, which the refillery then donated to The River Keepers Network. Yardley Mayor Caroline Thompson attended the award ceremony to celebrate the business's commitment to sustainability and environmental protection.

Why it matters

The recognition of Yardley Refillery's environmental stewardship highlights the growing demand for sustainable business practices and the role that local governments can play in supporting eco-friendly initiatives. As more consumers seek out businesses that prioritize sustainability, this award underscores Yardley Refillery's leadership in the zero-waste movement and its positive impact on the community.

The details

Yardley Refillery, which opened its doors in November 2023, offers a wide range of refillable products, from coffee beans and dry goods to shampoo and birdseed. The business is the first of its kind in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, and is part of a growing trend of zero-waste stores aimed at reducing single-use plastic waste. The Lower Makefield Township Supervisors recognized the refillery's environmental stewardship efforts with the EAC Environmental Stewardship Award, which includes a $1,000 stipend that the business then donated to The River Keepers Network.

  • Yardley Refillery held its official grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce in mid-November of 2023.
  • The Lower Makefield Township Supervisors recognized Yardley Refillery with the EAC Environmental Stewardship Award last week.

The players

Yardley Refillery

A zero-waste refill shop in Yardley, Pennsylvania, that offers a wide range of refillable products, from coffee beans and dry goods to shampoo and birdseed.

Caroline Thompson

The mayor of Yardley Borough, who attended the award ceremony to celebrate Yardley Refillery's commitment to sustainability and environmental protection.

Jaime Alford

The owner of Yardley Refillery, who described the business as the first of its kind in Bucks County and part of a growing trend of zero-waste stores aimed at reducing single-use plastic waste.

Lower Makefield Township Supervisors

The local government body that recognized Yardley Refillery with the EAC Environmental Stewardship Award for its sustainability efforts.

The River Keepers Network

The organization that received the $1,000 stipend donated by Yardley Refillery after receiving the EAC Environmental Stewardship Award.

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What they’re saying

“We are the first. It's something we promote.”

— Jaime Alford, Owner, Yardley Refillery (Patch)

“And thanks to Lower Makefield Township for reaching across municipal lines to recognize our gem.”

— Caroline Thompson, Mayor, Yardley Borough (Patch)

What’s next

The Lower Makefield Township Supervisors will continue to support and promote sustainable businesses like Yardley Refillery through initiatives like the EAC Environmental Stewardship Award.

The takeaway

Yardley Refillery's recognition by the Lower Makefield Township Supervisors demonstrates the growing importance of sustainability in local communities. By supporting eco-friendly businesses and initiatives, local governments can help drive the transition to a more sustainable future and inspire other businesses to follow in Yardley Refillery's footsteps.