It’s time to take your annual family camping trip to the next level.   This Eureka Intent Tent comes with a solar LED panel that, when charged for 8 hours, will light up your tent for 8 hours, (on high). This easily assembled, 2-pole square dome tent sleeps 6 and has plenty of space with its 121 sq. ft. interior and 6′ 6″ ceiling height.  The solar LED panel, which weighs 3.4 oz, utilizes the same durable, lightweight, and flexible solar panels used on Eureka’s military tents; it’s splash-proof and has adjustable brightness settings. The solar panel can also function as AA battery charger.

Toronto based Snake Island Furniture makes unique, sustainable furniture from salvaged wood and reclaimed timber that would otherwise be wasted.  Much of the company’s wood is harvested locally by their arborist who carefully claims pieces of trees that are about to be taken down, or have been damaged by wind or time.  They also mill and dry the reclaimed timber locally to reduce transport.  Their modern furniture embodies old world craftsmanship as well as the natural character and imperfections of the original tree.

For every piece of furniture sold, a tree is planted.

Are energy efficient, hydrogen-powered cars be closer to reality than previously thought?  Mazda announced last week that it’s the first automobile manufacturer to begin commercial leasing of a hydrogen hybrid vehicle, the hydrogen rotary Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid.  The first units will be delivered to local Japanese government authorities and energy-related companies later this year. (more…)

• But what about the drink?  Pepsi Tests ‘Green’ Vending Machines – reuters
• Where’s the mining company?  UN Lauds Efforts to Reforest Appalacia’s Mountains – my way
• (nice toad video) It takes a village…‘War’ on Poisonous Australia Toad – bbc
• Will the environmental sins of her uncle hurt sales?  Lauren Bush Debuts Eco-Friendly Collection – ecorazzi
• Woman walks on water.  Far-Out Photos – aol news

I’m a sucker for gorgeous-smelling organic bars of soap wrapped in pretty paper. So, when I saw the new selection of bath soaps from Whole Foods, I just had to buy a bar—well, two bars, actually.

Available in Grapefruit Mint, Lavender, Lemon Verbena (my favorite), Linden, Pomelo and Vetiver Cedar, each bar is triple-milled in the South of France (because nobody does soap like the French) with certified organic palm and coconut oils. Scented with essential oils, they are free of phthalate and preservatives, and unlike some organic bars, these do lather, so you’ll feel nice, clean and quite tranquil after each use. Find them in the Whole Body section of your local Whole Foods.

Recapturing some of the energy going down your shower drain could save you some money.  The EcoDrain is a unique patent-pending heat exchanger which transfers heat from hot shower waste water to cold incoming water. The folks at EcoDrain estimate that this will cut water heater use by 25%-40%.  The unit is installed directly in the shower drain line and features a double wall of separation between fresh and waste water; to eliminate the possibility of mixing, it’s lined with a non-stick coating to prevent soap, hair or debris from collecting inside.The device works primarily with the shower where hot water runs uninterrupted and doesn’t work with baths or dishwashers where water flow stops and starts.  The company says the device is small, easy to install and has no moving parts.  (see diagram).

ecodrain.com

via: redferret.net

I couldn’t have said it better myself.  This charcoal and orange “Be Nice or Leave” pillow is made of 100 percent recycled felt from plastic water bottles.  Felt body with felt applique and embroidered logo.  Zipper closure.  18″x18″.  Find it at alexandraferguson’s etsy shop

My good buddy Madison (the esteemed Newfie) is having trouble getting up stairs due to hip pain.  Hip dysplasia is a painful problem for many dogs of all sizes, but particularly for larger breeds. Zukes Hip Action can help naturally lubricate a pooch’s joints for better mobility.

Each tasty treat contains 300 mg glucosamine and 50 mg chondroitin, plus other healthy stuff like whole, fresh blueberries – natural antioxidant,whole, fresh carrots – Vitamin A for healthy eyes, whole and fresh apples – to promote a healthy immune system.
The treats are also free of wheat, corn and soy and made without artificial colors, flavors or by-products.

Comes in peanut butter (our family favorite) and chicken.  A one pound bag contains approximately 60 treats ($14.95) – 6 oz. bag contains approximately 23 treats ($6.95)

@ olive green dog

use the Altcon discount code: OliveAC to get an additional 10% off

• We did it. Did you?  World Switches Off to Save Planet in Earth Hour – reuters
• This is how it’s supposed to work.  Lower Snake River Wind Projects to Generate Jobs – news tribune northwest
• I love a good superbug story…Shampoo in Water Supply Triggers Growth of Deadly Drug-Resistant Bugs – guardian.uk
• Flood Watch Along Red River – npr.org