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September 30, 2008
| Posted in Education & Training
To be sure you’re getting a green deal, research products beforehand or look for reputable third-party certification logos. For a guide to the most comprehensive third-party assessors, read on...
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August 26, 2008
| Posted in Electronics & Appliances
Monitors are the worst e-waste offenders, but the new LG Flatron boasts a screen of a different color (ahem, green).
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August 26, 2008
| Posted in Electronics & Appliances
E-waste is a huge global problem. Electronics, when disposed of improperly, pose serious health risks and pollute the environment. Without serious fiscal and legal consequences, electronics companies may be slow to improve.
The good news is some powerful initiatives are already making a difference:
August 25, 2008
| Posted in Community, Charitable & NGOs
Keeping books in circulation is a great way to cut down on paper waste. Some charities let you take the good deed even farther by sending your old books to schools, prisons, reservations, and developing nations.
August 21, 2008
| Posted in Books, Mags, Music & Film
Paperless Books Are Here I'm not ready to give up REAL books anytime soon, but I love this idea and would definitely consider using it for travel or commuting. New releases can be ordered for about $10 so you don't have to buy the hardcover and schlep it all over.
If you keep it with you, you can buy a book on the spot...
August 18, 2008
| Posted in Transportation
Some facts and figures about bike use worldwide.
August 18, 2008
| Posted in Transportation
A list of some of the coolest new hybrids, electric and fuel cell vehicles currently in production or about to hit the market
August 7, 2008
| Posted in Environment and Society
Energy Saving For The People I wish there were more public or government-funded programs like Energy Star, designed to make our planet healthier for everyone. It’s encouraging to see that Energy Star is driving pledges through utility companies such as PG&E and SRP.
I sometimes check out our national progress right on the...
July 3, 2008
| Posted in Baby
Easy On Baby's Delicate Skin I bought some of these for a camping trip and had some left over. My neighbor, a new mother, shrieked with joy when I offered them to her. Her baby girl is allergic to every other kind of wipe. I hear that shopping trips can be tough with a little one, so stocking up is a great idea.
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Green Writing Sustains Me
NYC
SustainLane
Raising Victor Vargas
A guiltless double bacon cheeseburger
Pogo sticks made of bamboo and bunnies
Pining for my computer...and the fijords
Muhammed Ali, Madonna, and George Carlin
Vroom vroom.
