The iLand is a portable solar-power system designed by iLand Green Technologies. This green gear is perfect for camping in the great outdoors. It’s only 20 pounds and can separate into two pieces that fit perfectly in a backpack. If you’re someone who loves camping with different electronics, the iLand is perfect for you. The iLand generates 200 watts of electricity directly from the sun. It features 2 USB ports, as well as the universal cigarette lighter port for an array of different electronics. (more…)

Very crunchy-granola indeed. Green Waves creates these earthy-looking bracelets from upcycled sea glass and leather. Each bracelet features a lovely piece of aqua blue or sea foam colored glass – uniquely-shaped and polished by the ocean’s waves and mounted on a rugged one-of-a-kind leather bracelet.

$16.50 @ green wave’s etsy shop

The Compassionate Diet: How What You Eat Can Change Your Life and Save the Planet by Arran Stephens with Eliot Jay Rosen published by Rodale. $17.99 (All net proceeds from this book will be donated to charities that support a positive, vegetarian lifestyle.)

The Compassionate Diet is a beautiful little book, packed with useful info, bound to change the way you look at food and how it impacts your health and the health of the planet.

Author Arran Stephens is the founder of Nature’s Path Foods, North America’s largest organic breakfast foods company — he should, and does, know plenty about nutrition and health. He’s been active in the holistic health movement for the past 45 years, and as he says, “I’ve witnessed many dietary fads come and go, but a balance and natural vegetarian diet is neither a fad, nor a passing trend.”

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The Sora electric motorcycle produced by Lito isn’t your typical eco-friendly means of transportation. Though it runs on electricity, the Sora has all the nerve and raw power of any sport bike on the road. One of the standout features is the electric motorcycle seat, which allows the rider to cruise with the seat in a low position, or burn up the road with it in high position. (more…)

Most people want a healthy looking lawn now that summer is in full swing. However, many consumers don’t realize how their dream lawn effects the environment. It’s estimated that every year, Americans burn 200 million gallons of gasoline just to mow lawns!

For the average homeowner, 40 percent of water use is centered around lawn and garden care. Unfortunately, keeping your grass green often results in a huge waste of water. Before you break out your hose and get watering, be sure to check out some of these tips to help minimize water use.

1. Don’t over-water. About one inch of water, once a week should do it. Place an empty, six-ounce tuna can on your lawn and when it’s full, it’s time to stop. (more…)

• Good news…Firefighters Make Progress in War Against Arizona Wildfires – mail online
• It’s a numbers game…Is Obama’s Bet on Green Jobs Risky? – npr
• Bangladesh Plans Special Force to Protect Tigers – bbc
• Old money…Pair of Fighting Dino Skeletons Goes for $2.75 Million – msnbc
• Hmmm…they suggest using more genetically modified seeds…Farmers Must Boost Sustainable Crops to Feed World: UN/FAO – reuters

SHEfinds Editor, Eileen Conlan, and I were at the Te Casan kick off event one snowy night in SOHO, New York City in 2008 when Natalie Portman debuted her vegan shoe line. Alas, Te Casan has since been discontinued, but Portman, who turned a mere 30 this week, is certainly still kicking. SheFinds brings us the scoop on Oscar winner and mom-to-be Natalie Portman — will the beautiful vegan stay dairy free throughout her pregnancy? And, perhaps more importantly, what about that fabulous deal on Beyond Skin designer vegan footwear?

These Sunny Platforms come in 2 pretty colorways (bright orange & blue, or cherry & taupe) or classic black. They’re made of faux patent and the wedge is covered in organic cotton … more @ shefinds.

Since a deep concern for the environment is obviously the first thing going through your mind after you awkwardly slice your golf ball into that nearby pond, Dixon has just what you’re looking for. Though we can’t prevent those “wind-caught” balls from finding their way to the pond floor, we can prevent them from releasing lead and cadmium into the environment for the next 1,000 years.

Dixon golf products proudly presents the Earth, the Wind and the Fire high performance golf balls to help you get on the green. (more…)

As summer’s heat wave rolls in, here are some great ways to look and feel cool as an organic cucumber. Today’s collection of sustainable style includes one of a kinds from etsy, as well as eco chic pieces from a couple of our favorite online shops.

(above) Try this funky but chic piece on for size – an upcycled t shirt necklace … designer Chick Pea sourced the cotton fiber from an old t-shirt, and deconstructed brass buckles from a pair of winter boots that came with too many doo-dads. $26, get 10% discount with coupon available via etsy.com

(above) Straight from Paris – snag this swanky and versatile tote made from cashmere-wool and lined with water resistant canvas. Roomy and durable, it’s designed to last a lifetime. find @ etsy.com $106.72  (more…)