Earth Breeze invests $5.89M to build eco-friendly laundry detergent manufacturing facility in Kentucky

Earth Breeze invests $5.89M to build eco-friendly laundry detergent manufacturing facility in Kentucky

March 18, 2025
The new facility in Harrodsburg will create 226 new jobs, helping expand Earth Breeze's production of sustainable laundry solutions.

Earth Breeze, a producer of environmentally friendly laundry detergent sheets, has announced plans to build a new manufacturing facility in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. The company, which creates plant-based laundry detergent sheets designed to reduce plastic waste, will invest $5.89 million into the project, creating 226 new jobs for the surrounding area. The 81,250-square-foot facility will handle multiple aspects of the production process, including blending, drying, processing, packaging, order fulfillment, and quality control, as well as research and development. The new facility will provide a range of positions, from facility directors and production operators to quality control specialists and administrative associates. 

What people are saying

In a recent quote, Ben Smith, COO of Earth Breeze, said, “We are incredibly grateful to the state of Kentucky for their outstanding support and partnership throughout this journey. From the very beginning, the state has demonstrated a clear commitment to fostering growth and innovation, helping us navigate every step with care and efficiency. Kentucky’s strong workforce, business-friendly environment, and collaborative spirit have made it the perfect home for Earth Breeze. This investment is not just about expanding our operations – it’s about building a sustainable future together with the Harrodsburg community. We are excited to bring new opportunities, create quality jobs, and be part of Kentucky’s continued economic success.”

Gov. Andy Beshear, added, “We’re excited to welcome Earth Breeze to our New Kentucky Home. This project will create quality jobs and opportunities for the Harrodsburg community, and I can’t wait to see this innovative company succeed.”

Manufacturers investing in Kentucky

Murakami Manufacturing invests $3.4M to expand operations in Kentucky
To help support the project, Murakami will receive up to $75,000 in tax incentives through the Kentucky Enterprise Initiative Act (KEIA). 

Nitto to open new multimillion-dollar manufacturing facility in Kentucky
Production at the new plant is expected to begin in spring 2025.

ISCO Industries invests $12.75M to open new manufacturing facility in Kentucky
The project will support ISCO’s continued growth and will further enhance its fabrication capabilities.

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About the Author

Alexis Gajewski | Senior Content Strategist

Alexis Gajewski has over 15 years of experience in the maintenance, reliability, operations, and manufacturing space. She joined Plant Services in 2008 and works to bring readers the news, insight, and information they need to make the right decisions for their plants. Alexis also authors “The Lighter Side of Manufacturing,” a blog that highlights the fun and innovative advances in the industrial sector. 

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