Archive for August, 2008

Kids’ bath times are usually wet ‘n wild.  Kiss My Face has tapped into children’s love of animals with a fresh line of bath products aimed to keep those fun-loving monsters clean, green and eco-conscious. With 2-in-1 shampoo & conditioner, foaming shampoo & body wash, detangler, bubble wash, lip balm and soap — every product [...]

Not long ago, about the same time we learned that dark chocolate and wine (in moderation) aren’t so bad for us after all, the “healthy cocktail” craze started to gain some traction. I noticed this especially in New York, where every neighborhood boasted an upscale, trendy vegetarian bistro (not restaurant, mind you) with mood lighting, [...]

Look out! Gustav Becomes Category 3 Hurricane Off Cuba - reuters
Is New Orleans Ready for Another Storm? - livescience
An avid moose eater. Green? Probably not…. Sarah Palin on the Environment - huffington post
No word on whether or not it was ‘full’.  Disposable Diaper Breaks Fall, Saves Child’s Life - ap/myway
There’s nothing on the radio anyway… [...]

I may be a little late on the calendar on this one, but I still have to ask, why do they call this time of year “the dog days of summer”?  I would think “dog days” would connote a bright, shiny, clean-air day providing the best platform for outdoor activities, be it chasing a squirrel [...]

I don’t know if you’ve ever touched seaglass but its smooth surface feels quite soothing.

Check out Cornwall UK-based artist, Kate Laity’s beautiful, handmade sterling silver jewelry made from two recycled materials — seaglass and silver, as well as her beaded butterflies and forged silver rings.  The designer’s cool collections are flavored by a fusion of [...]

Love it! 100% organic cotton, hand-printed t-shirt with a message I can get behind.  A creation of Brooklyn-based artist, Jen P. Harris.   All Black Sheep Heap packaging is made of recycled brown paper grocery bags. Jen also make some sweet [...]

This is going to be interesting…Obama Blasts Bush’s ‘Failed Presidency’ - msnbc
Watch for a drop in supply…Drivers to Continue Conserving Gas, Even as Prices Fall - rueters
Bureaucrats and political hacks control the future of our wildlife.  Bush Changes to Endangered Species Act Called Bad Science - yahoo! news
Blasphemous is a great word. Museum Defies Pope [...]

The world is one big skatepark.  Shred on the eco friendly side of the street on this downhill slider from Comet.  ‘Biopop’ construction features 4 plys of maple with hardrock maple veneer from FSC harvested timber, e2e cross-linking soy resin (no petro-chemicals here), triaxial hemp fabric, sustainable bamboo core, hot pressed one deck at a [...]

If you’re like me and your sweet tooth is out of control, then you’ll dig Kookie Karma’s wholesome yummy snacks.

The LA-based bakery is churning out tasty treats free of preservatives and common food allergens like gluten, corn, soy, dairy, butter, sugar, baking soda, eggs, casein and wheat. Kookie Karma uses only fresh, raw and organic [...]

Sustainable design shop Roscoe Jackson makes the Possum recycled plastic chair and table, both are manufactured from 100% recycled HDPE (like milk jugs) and feature corrosion resistant stainless steel fasteners.

These cleanly modern pieces are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Dense rubber feet are suitable for most flooring.   Handmade in Chicago and featured [...]

John McCain Takes Out His Beef With Amtrak on the Environment - ecorazzi
Sort of like moving into a new apartment…When Glaciers Disappear, the Bugs Move In - enn/new scientist
This seems to be a popular opinion in government…UK Minister Says Energy Comes Before Climate: Report - reuters
They mean ‘phony,’ not ‘bad’…Researchers Offer New Way to Avoid [...]

E as in eco-conscious, e-tail and easy! e-tail or e-tale, hmmm, alas, butt I drift)….Find one-stop, eco shopping with a conscience @ eConsciousMarket.com

“The Internet’s largest philanthropic eco-marketplace” allows you to give and get on several feel-good levels — align your purchases with your sustainable/social values. 10% of the proceeds from your purchases are donated to [...]

 
It’s not green but it is ‘alternative,’ as in not having to actually say these grumpy little bits to annoying individuals.  These pre-printed cards say all the loving things you really can’t utter to annoying significant others, co-workers, offspring and various worthy miscreants.

a booklet will run you $5.95 @ shineboxprint.com
via: swissmiss

Here are a couple of smart, eco-minded ways to show those bundles of joy a warm welcome, without breaking the bank:

organic cotton leggings ($9.99) and organic cotton beanies ($4.99) more @ oscarandbelle.com

The economy…Iconic Calif. County Backs Offshore Drilling - reuters
Real men DIY. Coldplay Reveals They Make and Sew Their Own Clothes - ecorazzi
She seemed to be firing on all cylinders…Clinton: No Way, No How, No McCain - msnbc
So when they miss that E. coli…FDA Allows Irradiation of Your Vegetables - livescience
Must not be any oil there…World’s [...]