We are proud to announce the winner of the SustainLane Write a Review, Win an Eco-Friendly Car Contest at Green Festivals 2006-2007. Susanna K from Chicago, Illinois will soon be the proud owner of a 2008 Toyota Prius. She is one person trying to live green everyday, whether she's out in her garden or brushing her teeth with fluoride-free toothpaste. Congratulations Susanna K. You're one lucky person just like all of us!

Thanks to everyone who participated in the contest. You all wrote great reviews. Your contribution will help grow the green movement by providing a wealth of information about green products and businesses across the nation.

Look forward to updates about Susanna K. and a review of her new Prius!

Joining a car-sharing service like ZipCar is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint, but still get where you need to go. Laura O. loves ZipCar because it's easy to use and good for her community.

Zipcar is good for me and my community

"I so love Zipcar. Being able to live car free is so wonderful--yet if I want to hike, get a load of mulch for my garden or just do a big trip to the grocery store I can easily choose and get the right car for the job. It is convenience, environmentally friendly and FUN. I so encourage anyone to try it. Doesn't matter what your motivation . . . want to save money ditch the car and try Zipcar, want to make your contribution towards reducing greenhouse gases, ditch your car, walk more and use Zipcar when you need. Or maybe . . . click here to read more"

Michael K. washes his car with eco-friendly products from Eco Car Care.

Helen Patricia O. washes her windows with Seventh Generation Glass Cleaner.

Click here to browse more transportation reviews.

Do you use Zipcar? Write about it in a review at SustainLane.

Congratulations, Kirsten F.! You are the winner of last week's review writing contest about facial care. Kirsten F. will receive a Dr. Hauschka Facial Care Kit for her review of Lavera Hydro Sensation Energy Cream, an organic face cream. Check out Kirsten F.'s Review!

This cream made me a convert

"I have never been one to buy expensive creams; the cheapest organic one I could find was good, in fact I thought paying more was like paying for snake oil. I never noticed a difference, and often trying a new product would make me break out. This is the lotion that changed all that . . . click here to read more"

The way we think about transportation has changed dramatically in the last decade. Here are the latest headlines.

All about hybrid transportation--With 800 million cars in the world today and oil supplies in question, what lies ahead for the auto industry?

Green Ships For Blue Highways--Ships powered by a combination of solar and wind power offer a glimpse of the future of sailing.

Google to invest $10m in green startups--Google is accepting investment pitches for until October 21st from startups focusing on electric and hybrid technology.

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

Ken O. highly recommends a relaxing trip on an Amtrak train for reasons of sustainability and comfort.

The new hotness

"Where to begin?

i took the capitol corridor train today from bay area to sacramento and it was about 80% bliss. the other 20% i'll get to later. blissful: walking around, being able to stretch . . . Click here to read more."

How do you get around town sustainably? Write a review of your hybrid car, your city bus system, or your carbon credit program at SustainLane.

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