Our good friends at lani dig your dog make the best, 100% natural, mostly organic, pH balanced bath products for dogs. All their products are dye and sulfate free, people-tested and made in the US. They’re good for dogs, people and the environment.  The lani crew will donate $2 per case to the Sierra Club for each order placed during April 2009 PLUS they’ll pay for shipping on all orders of $150 or more shipped to an address within the 48 contiguous states.

Sweet-smelling Beach, Park and Woods scented bath products.

do your dog a favor by shopping @ lanidigyourdog.com

UPDATE (4.10.09):  It’s official — our lucky winner is Danielle E.  Congratulations! Thanks to everyone for entering.  Check out our right hand column, Green Giveaways for our next Giveaway. Happy Earth Month.

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This Great Green Giveaway is sponsored by Disneynature.  One lucky winner will receive an Earth-branded prize pack valued at $60, (plus free shipping, anywhere in the U.S.).

Trying to find a family-friendly activity to celebrate Earth Day this year?  Disneynature’s first film, Earth, premieres in theaters nationwide on Earth Day, April 22nd. To celebrate the launch of this breathtaking documentary, Disneynature is giving away a variety of Earth-branded products, including: a canvas tote, a biodegradable tumbler, reusable grocery bag, fleece blanket and a tree seedling to one lucky Alternative Consumer reader, (winner must reside in USA).

To Enter this Random Drawing, simply:
Visit (http://www.disney.com/earth). Leave a comment on this post describing how you will be spending Earth Day (Wed., April 22) this year!  Entries must be received by Thursday, April 9, 7pm (ET).
Be sure to add the following address to your email address book:
m at AlternativeConsumer.com. (*one entry per person)

One lucky winner will be selected in our Random Drawing, and notified by email on Thursday, April 9 at approximately 8p, (ET). Winner has 24 hours to claim their prize, or offer is null and void. Winner’s name will be included on this post.

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Earth is narrated by James Earl Jones and tells the remarkable story of three animal families and their amazing journey across the planet we all call home.  This documentary combines rare action, unimaginable scale and impossible locations by capturing the most intimate moments of our planet’s wildest and most elusive creatures.  To celebrate the theatrical release of Earth, Disneynature will be planting a tree in honor of every person who sees the film opening week!

econscious is serving a growing demand for organic and sustainable apparel and accessories that are fashionable, comfortable, and certified by the Global Organic Textile Standard, (GOTS)!

To celebrate the launch of econscious’ online retail store, AlternativeConsumer.com readers can receive a 30% discount from now until April 30 @ www.econscious-store.net — just type promotional code AC at check out.

econscious is a great place to update your wardrobe with those indispensable, everyday basics.  pick up eco-fashion tees, polo shirts, hoodies, beanies, hats, totes, aprons and reusable grocery bags in soft, earthy colors — all while trying to do your part to protect the planet.

To sweeten the deal, econscious is a partner of 1% for The Planet, a coalition of businesses that donate 1% of their proceeds to more than 1700 non-profit environmental organizations around the world. Feel free to spread the word about the promotion to help increase awareness about organic and sustainable apparel.

Ecocentric has put some fun back in home accessories with this line of whimsically colorful items.  Each piece is handcrafted from recycled aluminum in Mexico (Mexico does not produce aluminum so it’s all recycled) and powder coated with zero VOC paint via an eco-friendly electrostatic process.  The great thing about aluminum is that it can be recycled over and over in a closed loop cycle without losing any of its properties.  Pictured L to R are Birdie Coat Hook, Bookends and Paper Clip Holder.

@ ecocentric.uk

Love the look and love the name.  New York architect Jeffrey McKean has designed his Modesthouse and MH Mini homes to integrate seamlessly into their surroundings.  McKean’s designs feature lots of glass and light, sustainable building practices, green energy systems, and a wide choice of eco friendly materials and finishes. (more after jump)

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Now you can travel in eco style, head to toe:  newly launched ecoLiving Essentials kicks off with two first-ever eco-friendly products:  Biodegradable Travel Booties and a Biodegradable Shower Cap.  Established by two moms with a shared respect for the planet and a passionate concern for their children’s future, the founders “wanted peace of mind when traveling, and we hope that these products give that to consumers.”

“Very few airports offer disposable booties for travelers to use when passing through airport security to protect their feet and socks,” said Quyen Huynh, co-founder of ecoLiving Essentials. “While there are other options out there, our commitment to the environment inspired us to create an eco-friendly alternative that won’t do any harm to our planet, while also protecting travelers from germs and bacteria.”

ecoLiving Essentials’ travel booties and shower caps biodegrade naturally through microorganisms like bacteria, algae and fungi; are able to co-mingle with trash and recycling, or can be composted; and are BPA-free.  The bags are made of plant material and are certified biodegradable and compostable, while the labels are printed with soy ink on recycled materials.  As a socially responsible company, their products and packaging are made in the United States with local materials.

($5.95 for two sets of travel booties or three shower caps) @ ecolivingEssentials.com

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• Source of Major Health Benefits in Olive Oil Revealed – sciencedaily
• Highlights of Draft Bill to Curb Global Warming – enn/ap
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Your local CVS just got a little greener.  With its new Earth Essentials line, CVS is joining the growing wave of retailers who are creating their own eco-friendly product lines.  The pharmacy and retail chain is launching a new line of eco-friendly plates and bowls made entirely from natural and renewable sugarcane. The products are designed to completely biodegrade within one to three months, making it a greener choice for travel, picnics and parties.

The downside to landfill-bound disposable plastic plates and cookware is well known.  Earth Essentials provides a greener option for those times when it’s just not practical to use and transport your best dishes and cloth towels.

Earth Essentials bowls and plates are:  microwave and freezer safe, fully compostable, able to handle hot liquids up to 200° F, sterilized and sanitized, strong, and available in unbleached bagasse.

In addition to the line of plates and bowls, the Earth Essentials line also includes paper products recently endorsed by Greenpeace.  The selection of paper products made with recycled fiber includes napkins, toilet tissue and paper towels. The line is available at your local CVS and on-line @ cvs.com

Tres bien!  French lamp maker Pierrick Desville and his Reverbere project breathe new life into vintage  theatrical, as well as retro Jetson-style lighting fixtures and lamps.  Pierrick has a gallery and workshop in Marseilles.  Makes you want to get out a pair of pliers and a soldering gun and get to work.

via: recyclart.org