The Coachella Valley and the High Desert are home to a growing community of businesses committed to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices. From solar-powered shops to zero-waste stores to eco-friendly service providers, these local enterprises are proving that doing business responsibly can thrive in the desert. By supporting these businesses, you’re not only making purchases that align with your values—you’re also strengthening our local economy and helping build a more sustainable future for the Coachella Valley and the High Desert. Explore the directory below to discover businesses that share your commitment to keeping our desert thriving.
Zero Waste Stores & Refilleries
it.refills – Zero Waste Refillery
Locations:
73-241 Highway 111, Suite 2A, Palm Desert
It Refills – at The Place To Be, 45151 Oasis St, Indio
Palm Springs Farmers Market
Locally owned, woman-led zero-waste refillery based in Palm Desert, dedicated to helping residents minimize single-use plastics and embrace a sustainable lifestyle. The shop offers refills for a wide range of household, personal care, pet care, and cleaning products, all with a focus on eco-friendly, vegan, and cruelty-free ingredients.
Green Roadrunner – Zero Waste Refiller & Conscious Shopping
Location: 57533 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley
The High Desert’s first refill shop, offering conscious shopping for beauty, home, fashion, and gifts. Locally and woman-owned, it specializes in refills and sustainable lifestyle products.
Native Plant Nursery
DesertStrawHouse – October to March
Location: 16300 Bennett Road, Sky Valley
DesertStrawHouse is a sustainable plant nursery specializing in native desert species grown on-site with organic practices, ensuring resilience in extreme climates. By promoting wildlife habitats and offering guidance on eco-friendly landscaping, they help customers create beautiful, comfortable spaces that live in harmony with the local environment.
☕ Sustainable Coffee
How do we make our daily coffee habit more sustainable?
It starts with choosing coffee shops that care about people and the planet.
Look for spots that serve ethically and sustainably sourced coffee—supporting small organic farms, fair trade practices, and biodiversity-friendly growing methods. Choose places that minimize single-use waste by offering real mugs and glassware, and don’t forget to bring your own reusable straw.
Bonus points for cafes that compost their coffee grounds, use energy-efficient appliances, and feature plant-based milks and locally sourced, organic food on their menu.
Here are some of our favorite local coffee shops making sustainable choices—one cup at a time. ☕🌱
Location: 61738 29 Palms Hwy, Joshua Tree
JT Coffee produces organic, small-batch coffee that is roasted locally using energy-efficient Loring Smart Roasters. The company emphasizes quality, freshness, and sustainable practices throughout its operations.
Ernest Coffee
Location: 1101 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Cafe La Jefa
Location: 750 N Palm Canyon Drive | Palm Springs
Koffi
Locations:
Palm Springs North: 515 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs
Palm Springs South: 1700 South Camino Real, Palm Springs
Palm Springs Central: 650 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs
Rancho Mirage: 71-380 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage
Coming Soon: Cathedral City (with drive-thru), 67260 Ramon Rd., Cathedral City