Every year, traditional paper catalogs consume over 20 billion trees and create tons of CO2 emissions in production and shipping. Well, help is at hand – a company called Padopolis has created a free iPad app called, Catalog Spree, which can now make your catalog shopping a more earth/user-friendly experience, while also keeping your mailbox catalog-free. (more…)

What first comes to mind when you think of reducing energy use? Turning off the lights? Lowering the heat? Buying a hybrid car? What about using an eco friendly phone? Samsung just introduced Replenish – Sprint’s first eco-friendly 3GS Android smart phone which, if you use the solar panel option, will cut back on energy use. Hey, it’s a step in the right direction…

34% of the Replenish is made out of recycled material and it’s shipped in fully recycled material. An optional back cover with solar panels for battery charging costs an extra $29.99. It comes in a variety of colors: Artic blue, Onyx black and raspberry pink.

Other features include: 2 Mega Pixel camera, 2.8-inch display, WiFi and GPS capable, MP3 music player.

Get the Samsung Replenish for $49.99 after a $100 instant rebate. There is a 2-year contract that comes along with the purchase of the eco friendly android phone. Stay tech savvy and help the environment when you need a new phone.

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1. Bamboo Bike – Instead of getting your dad the car that you can barely afford, invest in a bike to preserve the environment and get him in shape. This unique bamboo bike made by Calfee Design is handcrafted for its owner and for the environment. ($5000)
2. Recycled Copper Fire Pit – Comfort House’s Copper Fire Pit is handmade from 100% recycled copper. It’s the perfect gift to give to your dad and enjoy it with him in the backyard or on the beach. ($269)
3. Organic Necktie – Give your dad an organic tie to keep him looking good while staying green. This tie created by Saeschbach is made from wheat and polyester to last your dad a long time. ($30) (more…)