Handmade in the USA, the great bag by Grace will cart your goods from market to home with style and durability. Folds like a paper bag for easy storage, machine washable, 100% cotton.
For a limited time, free shipping with orders of 3 or more. Check out all the styles @ thegreatbag.com

The Chevrolet Tahoe, an eight-passenger SUV from GM, likely surprised some attendees of the Los Angeles Auto Show last week, where it was awarded 2008 ‘Green Car of the Year’.

Expected to hit the market in early ’08, the Tahoe (of the same model year) will be the first model from GM using a hybrid system created in partnership with BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Chrysler. Its nameplate will read: Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid.

Says Green Car Journal editor and publisher Ron Cogan, presenter of the award, ‘People don’t think green when SUVs are concerned and for generally good reason, since SUVs often get poor fuel economy. Chevrolet’s Tahoe Hybrid changes this dynamic with a fuel efficiency improvement of up to 30 percent compared to similar vehicles equipped with a standard V8.’

And according to 2008 EPA fuel estimates, the Tahoe Hybrid garners 50 percent better fuel economy in city traffic than its traditional brother.

The Chevy Tahoe Hybrid was chosen as winner of the award by a jury of industry leaders including the likes of Jay Leno, Carroll Shelby, and Carl Pope (Sierra Club.)

For more details, visit www.laautoshow.com

I know a few people who would rather receive clothes for their babies than for themselves this Christmas. Whomever you decide on, Sense Organics can help you with your holiday shopping. With a full line of organic, fair trade clothing for children and adults, Sense Organics supports handicapped women, the poor, and farmers in transition from regular to organic farming.

Of course I think my niece is cute in anything, but you can judge for yourself. Elizabeth, pictured here, is wearing an oh-so-soft Sense Organics outfit that makes her smile.

More smile-inducing clothing @ senseorganics.com

• Greenwashing has become an art form. Being Skeptical of Green – nytimes
• I am in full support of this movement for purely political reasons…of course. Topless Swimmers Make Waves in Sweden – ap/myway
• Emory Building Draped in Black to Save Birds – ajc.com
• Game mismangagement. Polar Bears Threatened by Hunter’s Choice of Males – enn
• Nature fights back. (video) ‘Chomp, Chomp’ Wisconsin Deer Hunter Mauled by Bear – breitbart
• Zimbabwe Crisis Hits Black Rhino – bbc
• You know toys aren’t tested until someone complains. Black Friday Toy Sales Not Devoid of Recall Fears – reuters
• This chess match is rigged. Kasparov Seized by Russian Police – bbc

Christmas, Hanukkah, and all the December holidays have become the traditional time of year to embrace one another, and to give thanks for all sorts of things. We’ve compiled some of our favorite ways to celebrate the naughty and nice this year — here’s part one.

Maureen’s tips
inspiration wind chime
agreatergift.org

children’s books about the planet
barefootbooks.com

bella lucce’s
chianti & grape seed crush

bamboo/organic cotton tees
certaintees

men’s organic dress shirts
bollorganic.com

charities and causes
justgive.org

Cradle2cradle cards
reProduct.net

jute yoga mat
ecoyoga.co.uk

envirosax
5-bag party pack

the experience gift
giftybox.com

forget the lava lamps, try
himalayan salt shop lamps

bag of green gifts
gogreengift.com

MoMA membership
moma.org

National Audubon Society membership
audubon.org

simplify the holidays
new american dream

natural home magazine

organic spa magazine (more…)

don’t miss the special savings today thru Sunday at setchi.com 20% off g=9.8 undies, bras and leggings (made of recycled pine tree fiber). Enter thanksgiving in the notes section to receive discount BEFORE your card is charged.

bra: reg. $64, sale $54.40

undies reg. $44, sale $35.20

tights: reg. $18, sale $14.40

(it is boutique shopping) Previously on AltCon: g=9.8 undies

• I understand the ‘Donald’s’ hair violates at least 7 toxic substance regulations of the EPA. (video) Trump Golf Course Draws Fire – natgeo
• This isn’t an article about short actors? Oddball White Dwarfs Embody New Category of Star – enn
• Scientists Warn of Agrarian Crisis From Climate Change – yahoo!
• Capabilities of Chinese firefighters called into question. 50 Year Old Fire Put Out – nature.com
• Antarctic Cruise Ship Sinks – bbc
• This is more important than you think. Growers Bid to Revive American Chestnut – myway
• Our world is full of phony stuff like John Travolta’s hair…Fake or Real? You Decide! – tmz

The smaller the cuter, I always say, which is why this wind-up flashlight makes my adorable list. This Mini Dynamo Wind-Up LED Flashlight is pocket-sized and a perfect stocking stuffer for any lover of trinkets. With three bright white LED bulbs, the flashlight will illuminate your view for up to thirty minutes after just five minutes of winding.

$11.95 @ sundancesolar.com

The holidays are just around the corner… and Christmas time travel makes a perfect time for jolly gift-givers to brush up on their green skills (and I’m not talking mistletoe here).

Spice up your season by following some of the suggested eco-friendly travel tips below, offered by FanWithAPlan, a website devoted to sports-fanatic travel.
Before leaving for your trip, remember to conserve at home. Turn off the lights, computers and appliances that will not be in use and make sure to tightly turn off all faucets to prevent waste of water.

Offset the carbon dioxide emissions created by your travel by investing in a carbon-reducing program that funds renewable energy, energy efficiency or reforestation projects. For more information about some of the programs available, visit carbonfund.org, sustainabletravelinternational.org,
or climatecare.org. (MORE) (more…)