Corporate giants launch climate change campaign – Yahoo! News/AFP

Rare loon deaths in N.H. puzzle scientists – ENN

River run-off threatens Great Barrier Reef – Reuters/ENN

E.U. ministers back Hungary’s ban of GMO crop – Yahoo! News/AFP

Fish and Wildlife Service sued over polar bears and global warming – MSNBC/AP

It’s cold and ugly here and I can’t help thinking of spring. So here’s a perfect hat for some sunny spring gardening, with a 4″ brim, wooden toggle and choice of 4 cool colors. 100% hemp, lightweight and good looking too!

I dig it.

$27
from Lost Coast Hemp via GoodHumans.com

SMC Furnishings produces high quality, handcrafted furniture with eco-friendly methods. Most pieces in the SMC collection feature wood from reclaimed building timbers or locally sourced trees downed by storms, disease or nuisance issues.

Dog Table Specs:
Material: reclaimed heart pine and wenge
Also available in reclaimed heart pine and hickory

$800/each

Measurement: 12″W x 24″L x 16″ H

You’ll find an amazingly wide array of sturdy, eco-friendly tables, consoles, benches, stools and storage units @ SMC Furnishings

I think it’s great that some yoga studios offer yoga practice for kids. Some sessions are designed for parents and children to practice together, and some are for kids-only. In either case, to have the yoga benefits of flexibility, breathing skills, meditation, core strength and endurance, as well as mental stimulation integrated into a child’s development is absolutely awesome. Studies show that early exposure to exercise, including yoga, can reduce obesity and reduce drug and alcohol abuse later in life. Jeeze, if only…

I love the yoga and Pilates classes at yogaworks in NYC. I practice at their mid-town location, but also have tried their upper east side and west-side locations. Their KarmaKids Yoga program — is for tots who have mastered the skill of walking and kids up to age 9. Family Yoga classes are priced at $720 for 3 participants for a period of 16 weeks, quite a good NYC value.

Click yogaworksnyKarmaKids for more NY Kids info, or yogaworks.com for their other NY and CA locations.

nextgenerationyoga offers classes for 3-13 year olds, and it’s a good resource for you if you’d like to make yoga part of your child’s school curriculum.

yogasite.com/ - yoga mats, card decks and DVDs for kids.

yoga.com – find a studio in your area by entering your zip code.

ecoyogamat.co.uk – thanks to them, I use a jute mat, the natural rubber/fabric mix is very strong and grippy, providing me less slippage when my hands sweat. It’s biodegradable as well.

ashtangayoga.info – for inspiration, some pics of poses.

breathe in, breathe out. all is one. Make it a life-long practice!

This unique men’s T from Twice-Shy is constructed of 95% organic cotton and 5% lycra for a soft silky feel.

$44 @ twice-shy

EU backs target to cut emissions 20% – AP/Yahoo! News

Australia to Change Lightbulbs to Curb Warming – ENN

American meat eaters create 1.5 more tons of Co2… – CS Monitor

Robots search for Ivory Billed Woodpecker… – CNN/Reuters

Scientists unite to push Bush on climate – The Times online.UK

Repurposed vintage scarves and fabrics form the raw materials of this retro collection of lampshades, wall hangings and pillows. Made from fabrics rescued from online auctions and New York flea markets, these hand-created, small-run gems hearken back to the happenin’ 70′s. Some of these items are one-of-a-kind, and all are reasonably priced.

Designed, executed and expressed by Brooklyn designer, Melissa Cotton Womack.

Order or see more @ poppycotton.com

Swapping in all its forms is going on all over the world. Get in on the action — it’s never been easier to
just let go.

Swap-O-Rama-Rama organizes seasonal clothing swaps and special events across the U.S. If you’d like to coordinate a community clothing swap in your neighborhood, Wendy Tremayne @ swaporamarama.org can help get you started.

clothingswap.org – for fab, fun Clothing Swaps in San Fran.

freecycle.com – pass along your treasures (not just clothes).

u-exchange.com – you can barter for free, it’s a trader’s paradise.

The much-anticipated VeganFashionBlog Lingerie Show is a must-see.

Filled with over-the-top-oh-so-sexy faux leather outfits, tempting lace corsets, naughty nylons and kickin’ heels for the hottest looks around.

These opaque knee highs with elastic tops are just the tip of the melting iceberg @ veganfashionblog.com