Tempest Partners with Cruz Foam as Part of Broader Sustainability Initiative

The weather technology company plans to introduce domestically-produced compostable and biodegradable packaging for its popular Tempest Weather Systems.

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- WeatherFlow-Tempest, Inc. (Tempest), a leader in smart weather technology, is proud to announce a partnership with Cruz Foam, a pioneering sustainable materials company, to implement eco-friendly packaging solutions for its products. This initiative reinforces Tempest's commitment to reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainability in the tech industry.

Through this collaboration, Tempest will transition to using Cruz Foam's compostable and biodegradable protective packaging, an alternative to traditional petroleum-based foams. Made from naturally derived materials, Cruz Foam's packaging provides high-performance protection while ensuring a minimal environmental footprint.

"Tempest is dedicated to innovation, not just in weather technology, but also in how we operate as a responsible business," said David St. John, CTO at Tempest. "Partnering with Cruz Foam allows us to take a significant step toward eliminating single-use plastics in our packaging and brings more of our production closer to the source without increasing costs, all while maintaining the high standards our customers expect."

Cruz Foam, known for its pioneering work in sustainable materials, is committed to reducing waste and supporting a circular economy. "We are thrilled to partner with Tempest in advancing sustainable packaging solutions," said John Felts, CEO and Co-Founder of Cruz Foam. "Their commitment to sustainability extends beyond their technology and into the entire customer experience, setting a strong example for responsible business practices. Together, we're proving that innovation and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand."

Customers can expect to see the new packaging roll out with Tempest's products in June, 2025. This partnership marks an important milestone in the company's ongoing sustainability efforts and aligns with its mission to develop creative weather solutions for a better planet.

For more information about Tempest and its sustainability initiatives, visit https://tempest.earth/

About WeatherFlow-Tempest
WeatherFlow-Tempest Inc. is a technology company leading the way in the private sector weather industry with a mission to help confront and mitigate the enormous cost of weather on business and daily life. Its exclusive data and AI-driven modeling delivers accurate, actionable weather information, resulting in better decision making and cost savings for customers. tempest.earth/

About Cruz Foam
Cruz Foam is a circular materials company that produces compostable protective packaging products and other eco-friendly solutions that offer a sustainable alternative to single-use plastic products. Cruz Foam's patented products are circular in nature, using upcycled ingredients to create a compostable material using the existing supply chain and at a similar cost. Cruz Foam currently works with consumer-packaged goods, electronics, appliance, and durable goods companies. Cruz Foam is a mission-driven company that creates impact at scale by empowering industry leaders to be the catalyst for a cleaner environment. Cruz Foam is headquartered in Santa Cruz, California. www.cruzfoam.com

SOURCE WeatherFlow-Tempest