Love, peace and sustainable electronics…This year’s CES has seen the intro of the usual cavalcade of gadgets, gizmos and electronics. One that caught my eye was The House of Marley’s new array of sustainable high-quality audio products.

The Marley line of audio products is comprised of three collections — Jammin’, Freedom, and Destiny — and features earbuds, headphones, docking stations, speakers and boom boxes (we’ve pictured a small sampling). Suggested retail prices range from $29.99 to $499.99. The products currently are available for pre-order.

The H of M audio products feature Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified wood and contain recycled and recyclable aluminum and plastics.

A portion of the company’s sales proceeds go to 1Love.org, a not-for-profit business created with the Marley family to benefit charities that empower youth, protect our planet and encourage global peace.

Jah man.

via: businesswire

Breathe deeply, achieve more balance and focus … just some of the benefits of a yoga practice. Need some guidance or gear? Check out Gaiam‘s special deals, good through Sunday, January 9 – ($20 off every $100 order with code HAPPY11).

New year, new look. I really like the colorful, snappy, colors of this ‘Amusement Park’ collar and leash set from Modern Pet. The handcrafted combo is made from 100% PET – the recycled remains of plastic bottles – and will make any hound feel just a little more proud, positive and eco-friendly in 2011.

Find these and a bunch of other great earth and pet-friendly products @ olivegreendog.com. (Note: get an additional 10% off at checkout by entering the code OliveAC.)

(above L to R) Eco minded jeweler, Carolyn Rafaelian’s Alex and Ani line is made from recycled materials, right here in the USA.  While supplies last, now through January 31, receive $5 off the charming French Royalty Expandable Single Bangle, (now $33). Paired with Endless Hoops (2 sizes, $58/$68), you’ll have beautiful and amazingly comfy, lightweight accessories for life.

Don’t miss Kaight NYC’s 60% Winter Sale going on now…Loving these designer coats: Nature vs Future Double-breasted Swerve Coat made from surplus wool and cashmere; and Camilla Norrback’s 100% organic cotton Hanny Coat, both now reduced to $297.

(above L to R) Snazzy upcycled hobo bags and totes individually handmade in California from scraps or vintage materials ($180 & $250, including shipping anywhere in the USA) from VintageChase.

(above) True Blood, or perhaps even Twilight fans, here’s something to sink your teeth into — fang-motif eco undies (hand-dyed 95% organic linen, 5% Spandex trim) … Aurora Set ($100) @ urbanfox.com

(above) Anchor’s Away – set sail on the weekend with this adorable hemp canvas duffle bag (adjustable straps and water-based screenprint); from Portland-based, Sown Textile Design, ($75) on etsy.com

A shout out of thanks to HOTLIPS for sending us a bevy of carbonated fruit juice beverages. We put them to the test and here are the results…

Read my lips – if you like soda or carbonated fruit drinks, you’ll love HOTLIPS’ lineup of natural fruit sodas, they’re nicely bubbly and berry-licious.

Why do we love them? Aside from HOTLIPS’ rich fruit flavor and light sparkling quality, this Oregon-based family-run business sources their fruit from locally available fruit farms in the Pacific Northwest, and they tap into a locally available recycled glass for their bottling. (more…)

Across the nation, a steady drumbeat of environmental claims continue to be spread by hotels and resorts, both big and small. Whether they’re touting free hybrid parking, organic amenities, or in-room recycling, the greening of the tourism industry is on the incline, and climbing right along with it are the greenwash tactics practiced all too often.

The bottom line is that there are simply too few credible organizations regulating these claims, and for your everyday traveler, it makes choosing eco-friendly lodging a time-consuming—and somewhat annoying—task.

If you’re scouring for hotels that are walking the walk, check out Green Globetrotter’s Guide to LEED Hotels in the U.S. Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council, this round-up of hotels runs the gamut from uber chic to ultra rugged—and includes every LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rated option in the U.S., spanning 18 states.

From the swanky “The Nines” Hotel in Portland to more economical options like standby Holiday Inn, this printable PDF is a must-pack on your next road trip.

• Thus the Congressional festival of losers, buffoons and pinheads begins…GOP Bills Would Curb EPA on Global Warming Battle – msnbc
• Non news becomes big news…which story came first, Ted Williams the homeless, voice-over guy, or 2,000 redwing blackbirds croaking? Fact Check: Mass Bird, Fish Deaths Occur Regularly – myway
• Mother Nature defending herself…Bacteria Gobbled Methane From BP Oil Spill – reuters
• No more squinting at expiration dates? Smart Wrapping Developed to Detect When Food Goes Bad – bbc
• Video: Polar Bears Destroy Nature Doc’s Robo-Spy-Cams – ecorazzi
• Survey says…Toyota, BP Among America’s Most Hated Firms – yahoo! news

Technology can be beautiful. This eye-catching triangular pendant was hand cut and ground from a recycled circuit board. It rests in a brass bezel and is covered in clear resin.

$20 @ beadworkbyamanda’s etsy shop

Recycled furniture maker Adrian Johnson is a Canadian artist and design professional who had a vision of creating new, funky couches out of the remains of dead machines – specifically, refrigerators and car seats. The result: the aptly named the Fridgecouch. Pictured above and below are his 3 current models.

via: inhabitat