Archive for October, 2007

Bamboo style and comfort are exemplified in this casually chic top that can be worn both in the boudoir or lounging around one’s pad.
Available in several colors and with matching pants.
the wrap top and the pants go for £24.95 each @ the very nice U.K. site spirit of nature

Now…about those bunker busters…U.S. Airforce Eyes Alternative Fuel, Slashing CO2 - reuters
Only two? Human Race Will ‘Split into Two Different Species’ - the daily mail
Always avoid leaving porridge around the house. Police Find a ‘Really Hairy’ Intruder - aol news
Image Gallery: Venomous Fish - livescience
Giant cats and hungry reptiles don’t share a peaceful lunch. Tiger […]

Teach kids about ecosystems, food chains, astronomy, and circuits with Ampersand Press games and rubber stamps.

Take, for example, Onto the Desert, which comes with an illustrated deck of cards, a habitat poster, a fact sheets, and instructions for seven different games – for 2-6 players, ages 8+, price $15.95.
Or try Oh Wilderness, a trivia game […]

We thought we’d add to the growing pile of articles on going green for Halloween - though our tips may have veered out of the mainstream a bit…

Enliven your annual Hallowgreen bash and cast off the demon spirit of the Bush administration by conducting your own exorcism of G.W. and his pals while wearing this […]

Vegan Queen’s uber eco friendly, high quality, stylish and tasteful bags have just danced onto the scene. Who is this Vegan Queen? And why am I hearing strains of an Abba tune in my head right now?
The attributes of creator, Evelina’s line read like a handbook on how to be an Eco Girl […]

U.N. Issues ‘Final Wake-up Call’ on Population and Environment - IHT
Sad. California Fires are Redesigning Landscape - msnbc
Canada Creates World’s Largest Freshwater Conservation Area - reuters
Major battery advances will have to wait. Toyota to Halve Hybrid Price, Size in Next Prius - enn
I’m sure you know someone…Neanderthals ‘Were Flame Haired’ - bbc
There’s something very wrong […]

This little green family of tables is nicely formed, eye-catchingly modern and easily assembled without tools from just three pieces of FSC-Certified, environmentally friendly Smartwood®. The tables ship flat to save energy, space and materials, are formaldehyde-free, finished with 100% non-toxic natural stains, and are sourced and made in the old US of A.
All […]

Toronto based Chopper Couture is moving ahead full bore with its Spring 08 Rock Rhapsody Collection of eco-friendly fashions. Proving once again that green doesn’t need to be laid-back.
Chopper Couture’s high-end streetwear is made with eco-friendly fabrications, utilizes innovative washes and is fairtrade produced.
pictured is the ‘eco revolution’ 70% bamboo 23% cotton, […]

I think they’ve got the order wrong. Obama Asked About Obama-Gore 08 Ticket - abc
Tokyo Car Show Goes Green (video) - reuters
Depends on if it’s your wall… or has anybody heard of Basquait? Is Graffiti Art or Crime? (video) - rocketboom
Break in the Weather Slows California Wildfires - enn
A three foot ocean rise in the […]

Like many primitive under-evolved creatures I can be mesmerized and fascinated by bright, shiny objects — which brings us to this rechargeable, decorative light from Mathmos. When idle, this looks like a silver abstract bean - when turned on, the object cycles through one of three mood-enhancing, color cycles.
Suitable for indoor/outdoor use this ornamental light […]

Go native, adorned with this attractive set of 3 bracelets made from Amazonian acai (pronounced, ah-sigh-ee) and pupunheira palm wood.
(fair-trade and sustainable)
$39 @ rainforest native

We’re all for reusable bags at AltCon, here’s the new  24-7 that tucks into a ball when not in use.
Beginning November 1 –
available in four different colors,
@ $15/each.
weight capacity - 20 pounds.
made from lightweight,
nylon ripstop.
you can start to flip and tumble
@ flipandtumble.com
Related: More Reusable Bags previously reviewed on AltCon:
eco friendly bags - bag […]