Sara G. found a more effective and natural alternative to Shout Stain Remover when she discovered Ecover Stain Remover.

Excellent Alternative to Shout

"On a vacation recently, I asked my husband to get me some stain remover in a small container. He brought back Shout in a special bottle with a brush on the top. It had such a harsh, chemical odor, I could barely stand to use it.

After we got home, I checked for an alternative at my local food co-op and found the Ecover version, and ... click here to read more"

Sherry K. likes another product by Ecover, Ecover Fabric Softener, because it's safe for her and her parrots.

Lily L. switched to Trader Joe's Lavender Dryer Bags to avoid the toxic chemicals in conventional dryer sheets.

Review what goes in your wash at SustainLane. Enter sudsy in the keywords to be entered in our weekly contest.

Congratulations, Stephanie P.! You are the winner of last week's review writing contest about fitness. Stephanie P. will receive a Gaiam Yoga Mat for her review of Moksha Yoga Center. Check out Stephanie P.'s review!

Yoga For Everyone - Namaste

"I have been taking the entry level or beginner's yoga class at Moksha River North this summer. Sunday afternoons with Kathleen Ellis were great. She takes the time needed to explain . . . click here to read more"

This week's contest is about laundry. Write a review about a product that you purchase (or don't purchase) to do the laundry. Enter sudsy in the keywords and write it before Friday, August 24th. The winner will receive an Ecover Prize Pack including Ecover Stain Remover and Ecover Fabric Softener.

Using non-toxic products, purchasing energy efficient appliances, and conserving water are all ways to green your laundry activities. Here are the latest headlines.

A Clean House May Be Hazardous--Common household products, like many laundry detergents, contain dangerous chemicals that trigger asthma attacks and harm growing babies.

House OK's Incentives for Renewable Energy--The bill calls for investor owned utility companies to generate at least 15% of their energy from renewable sources and includes more stringent standards for energy efficient appliances.

What is "Green" Dry Cleaning?--Find out what distinguishes "green" dry cleaners from their conventional competitors.

Have a headline we should cover? Email your links to community@sustainlane.com.

Abendigo R. scrubs his duds with Seventh Generation Laundry Detergent.

Hypo-Allergenic Laundry Detergent

"This fragrance free liquid laundry detergent has no petroleum base, unlike most mainstream laundry detergents. It's vegetable based and biodegradable, safe for . . . Click here to read more."

Valerie B. said goodbye to dryer sheets and fabric softener when she discovered Gaiam Dryer Balls.

Review what goes in your wash at SustainLane. Enter sudsy in the keywords to be entered in our weekly contest.

Check out Leonardo DiCaprio's The 11th Hour, a feature-length documentary concerning the environmental crises caused by human actions and their impact on the planet.

SustainLane is giving away a pair of free passes for screenings of The 11th Hour on 8/23 in the following cities: Chicago, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, and Scottsdale.

To snag a pair in your city, write a review on SustainLane and enter 11thHour along with the name of your selected city (ex: 11th hour Chicago)in the keywords of your review before noon PST on 8/22.

Click here to watch the trailer for The 11th Hour.

Seen it? Review The 11th Hour on SustainLane.

Global ECO Trade and Fashion Show:
A trade show connecting green buyers with conventional retailers interested in earth-friendly clothing designs, sustainable textiles, and eco-products.
August 26 - 29
Las Vegas, NV
globalecoshow.com

Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Fair:
A hands-on, family-oriented event to educate people of all ages about sustainable living practices at the New Belgium Brewery with speakers, 150 exhibitors, a beer garden, and more.
September 15 - 16
Fort Collins, CO
sustainablelivingassociation.org

West Coast Green:
A residential building conference and expo with speakers such as Erin Brokovich, Ed Begley, Jr., and San Francisco mayor, Gavin Newsom.
September 20 - 22
San Francisco, CA
westcoastgreen.org

Sustainable Brands '07:
Join industry experts for two information-packed days this September to learn how to navigate this new brand landscape and develop your own sustainable brand story.
Sept 26-28
New Orleans, LA
sustainablebrands07.com

Green Festival DC:
The largest green event in the country kicks off in Washington, D.C, and then heads to San Francisco, comes to Seattle for the first time, and finishes next year in Chicago.
October 6 - 7
Washington, D.C.
greenfestivals.org

SVN Fall Conference:
Social Venture Network is a group dedicated to bringing about a more sustainable world through business. The title of the fall conference is World Changing: Innovation in Action.
October 11 - 14
La Jolla, Ca
svn.org

Bioneers Conference:
Visionary thinkers from all walks of life congregate at this weekend-long conference to discuss the forefront of positive change.
October 19 - 21
San Rafael, CA
bioneers.org

2007 Net Impact Conference:
BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: WHAT WILL YOU DO NEXT?
What will you do next to make our world more sustainable? On November 1-3 more than 1,500 responsible leaders including graduate business students and professionals will gather to search for answers. The 2007 Net Impact Conference will challenge attendees to explore current issues and trends in the business world while engaging them to develop an action-oriented plan for change back in their communities.

Thursday, November 1 - Saturday, November 3
Owen Graduate School of Management, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Visit www.netimpact.org/conference for up-to-date information on the Net Impact conference Web site. Additional information is available via e-mail conference@netimpact.org or telephone (415)429-4230.

Green Festival San Francisco:
The largest green event in the country. Look forward to three days of food, vendors, and inspiring speakers.
November 9 - 11
San Francisco, CA
greenfestivals.org