Archive for November, 2007

100% recycled polypropylene indoor/outdoor shelving units with a funky geometric design for all you eco modern hipsters. These babies can be stacked vertically, horizontally or arranged as a room divider. Designer Sean Yoo was inspired by cracked desert lakebeds, shattered sidewalks and Roman wall building techniques.
39″x 39″x 14″deep
in white or black
$450 @ design [...]

SOP in the USA is to appoint an old, fat dude who worked for Exxon. Ex-Pop Star Now Aussie Environmental Chief - msnbc
Creativity Buoys Outlook for Hydrogen Economy - cs monitor
Nothing more disconcerting than a wrinkly lil’ mouse. Skin Ageing ‘Reversed’ in Mice - bbc
Here, let me put those catalogs in a nice plastic [...]

We know you’re out there somewhere faithfully watching reruns of the ‘Dog Whisperer,’ all the while racking your brain for a gift to give your own pooch or your bff’s Boston Terrier. Here’s an organic doggie toymaker to help fill Fido’s stocking. SimplyFido’s Organic Pet Toy Collection is made from all-natural organic materials for that [...]

Remember that one time you wore your cotton socks on the slopes for a day of snowboarding, and then suffered the blistering consequences? Those of us who run, ski, or hike know how important a good pair of socks can be. That’s why Teko Socks created cute and practical knits from recycled polyester, organic materials, [...]

The chimo fireplace by Floz Design for Blomus is a flue-less, chimney-less, instant atmosphere provider that burns nice, green ethanol. This rotating, stand alone model will add all the extra sizzle a bedroom or living labyrnth might require.
Stands approximately 32″h and 12″w and goes for $1,872 @ unicahome.com

(video) Monkey Banquet Well Attended - natgeo
I think I’ll sit down to read this. Standing Up May be a Way to Control Weight - abc
A vast marketing and advertising opportunity… Discovery Sees Planet Green in 70 Million Homes - enn
Calling Dr. Fine…Cell Phone Blamed in Man’s Death - aol
This would seem to make sense. Study: [...]

I’m a fan of Sephora, online beauty Mecca to all those who worship soft skin and subtle (or shocking) make-up for work and play. I’m also a frequenter of their newest Web category, one that specializes in Natural Beauty and carries lines like Juice Beauty, vinotherapy master Caudalie, and plant-based Korres. It was here that [...]

Scandinavian style with a rock attitude, nudiejeans is all about jeans forming a second skin that reflects your lifestyle, attitude and individuality. They use premium quality raw indigo (the stuff that gives jeans their blue) so your wear pattern creates a pair of jeans all your own.
Nudie donates a portion of [...]

I’m scrambling to find how many were cut down. More Than a Billion Trees Planted in 2007: U.N. - yahoo! news
Sometimes it just is the weather…Ancient Greenland Mystery Has Simple Answer - cs monitor
(video) I get car sick just driving on the winding road to the mall. Cool buildings…cool video. Dancing in the Wind [...]

This past weekend, I went on a shopping excursion at the famous Haight and Ashbury in San Francisco. There, I browsed tie dyed tees, hemp clothing creations, and a vast assortment of incense.
At soul-flower.com, you can buy the same vendor-style clothing online - with the same giant selection. Short on jam band merchandise? There’s an [...]

Here are a few of my faves from ourgreenhouse.com to yours, for the upcoming holiday season.
bioviva - award-winning, eco board game, $34
twig crayons - 8 colors in a birch basket, $22
organically grown - toddler’s tee shirt, $22.50
jack frost pine-scented, soy candle, $21
Isabooties - vegan baby booties, $26
seek balance - long-sleeved organic cotton ladies’ tee, $38.50

Ever feel guilty about driving your car around, knowing that you’re contributing to global warming? Well, for you U.K. drivers, Ibuyeco, a carbon neutral car insurance company, can help you offset your carbon emissions. Ibuyeco invests the money they receive from their clients, into renewable energy and energy sustainable projects, thereby offsetting CO2 emissions [...]

The cold air generated by this handshake could reduce global warming. Bush Welcomes Gore to Oval Office - breitbart
Undoubtedly a federal agency was involved. Levee Repair Leads to Calif. Fish Kill - yahoo! news
The public strongly opposes genetically modified crops but big agri-biz is pushing hard for their adoption and importation. Guess who will [...]

Artecnica collaborated with Aid to Artisans, a non-profit organization providing assistance to artisans worldwide, and Guatemalan craftsmen to bring Emma Woffenden and Tord Boontje’s designs to reality. Each, one-of-a-kind tranSglass piece is a unique combination of old-world craftsmanship and sophisticated design.
Pictured is the new tranSglass® collection.
The new collection features vases, candle holders, carafes and tumblers [...]

If you love to surf and you’re concerned about the health of our planet and its oceans, check out Greenlight Surfboard Supply’s website, greenlightsurfsupply.com. Their surfboard supplies are made of renewable and sustainable materials, including bamboo, bio-plastics, and recyclable EPS foam.
All supplies are non-toxic, putting less of a strain on our planet and our oceans.
They’re [...]