• Ancient forests revealed…Melting Glaciers Reveal Future of Alpine World – sciencedaily
• This has a happy ending…Cable Guy Finds Sleeping Bear in NJ Basement – myway
• The energy-saving future of lighting…LED’s Offer a Brighter Future, Says Report – bbc
• I’m sure it’s ‘scientifically’ yummy…How the Army Made a Sandwich That Lasts for Two Years – npr
• Chile sure is home to some big thinkers…Chile’s Energy-Saver: Men, Take Off Your Ties – cs monitor/msnbc
• This seems long overdue…First Guidelines for Lab Chimps Drawn Up – livescience

green forest photo via shutterstock.com

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The Arbor Element CX Snowboard is a great gift for any earth-friendly snowboarders in your clan. The sustainably produced board (Forest Stewardship Council certified for sustainable production) is designed for the most challenging mountain conditions. The board features a lightweight poplar core, 2 bamboo compression axles, a sustainably sourced inlaid wood topsheet, a sturdy ultra-thin finish made from bio-plastic and steel edges made from 60% recycled material. Green indeed! Find it @ amazon.com

Great for campers, survivalists and any guy with an off-grid underground lair – the Eton Microlink Radio can be powered by the sun or via its hand-crank. The solar-powered radio, which is also a cell phone charger and flashlight, will to keep you in touch with emergency band radio stations and civilization. amazon.com $30

This e-bike is for the biker boy on your gift list.  The Currie Technologies eZip Men’s Trailz Electric bike can be powered by pedaling or via its electric motor. You can find it on @ amazon.com for around $450.

If you’re looking to up the style quotient of your man Nau (photos above) is a great source of high-quality sustainable clothing and accessories.  Check out a full array of gifts ideas for active guys at nau.com.

Buy American. Pendleton Shwood sunglasses feature Carl Zeiss lenses with UVA & UVB protection – the frames are made from sustainably sourced Cherry wood – handcrafted in the USA. @ pendleton.com $210.

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For those power hungry individuals who spend much of their time off-grid…

Solio’s BOLT portable solar charger is a new addition to the Solio family of solar charging products. This pocket-sized charger and battery back-up stores the sun’s energy to provide power to all manner of USB powered gizmos and gadgets – including: compatible smartphones, MP3 players, head lamps, lights, GPS,  iPods, PDA’s, e-readers and cameras.

The BOLT’s nifty design allows a pencil or pen to be inserted into the center of its two portable panels enabling the BOLT to act like a sundial.  For maximum charging speed simply face the BOLT toward the sun and rotate it until the pencil no longer casts a shadow. Turn the BOLT toward the sun each time the pencil casts a shadow to maximize the efficiency of the charger.

Available @ amazon.com and the solio.com website for around $70.

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On the scene since early 2011, Sweden-based Gässling designs and creates eco-friendly underwear for style conscious men. Keen on following a sustainable manufacturing path and designing a line providing kick-ass comfort and fit, they control all steps of production right down to the smallest button. (more…)

I found these novel ‘Jerrycan’ speakers over at reestore’s online shop. Ben Parker creates these portable speakers from old-school, recycled ‘jerrycan’ fuel containers. The speakers also contain recycled insulation. No specs on fidelity or audio quality seem to be available.

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• The choice – cheap, dirty electricity or healthy lungs and less pollution. EPA to Unveil Stricter Rules for Power Plants – npr
• This is how you get favorable legislation passed…Clean Coal Coalition Spent $406K on 3Q Lobbying – yahoo! news
• Divers Retrieve Prehistoric Wood From Lake Huron – sciencedaily
• This is sort of an immigration issue..Should California Ban the American Bullfrog? – scientific american
• Canada has a lot dirty tar sands oil they have to process and sell. Canada Under Fire Over Kyoto Protocol Exit – bbc
• Every day American GOP presidential candidates fall over each other to deny the existence evolution… Hopping Fish Suggests Walking Originated Underwater – livescience
• Legal Bid to Block First Gulf Drilling Leases Since BP Spill – msnbc

This one’s for the ladies …. presenting my curated collection of a few personal faves

• (above) create a blissful sanctuary, a place to shut-out the noise – Fair Trade & made of hyacinth, a meditation chair & tray from Gaiam

• (above) Suzanne Park’s eco-friendly iPad Sleeve made in the USA. Fits iPad and iPad 2 (with or without smart cover). Water- and stain-resistant fabric made from recycled bottles; ultra lightweight; foam padded & fully lined in recycled, ripstop nylon. Features 2 front pockets for stashing accessories & essentials; available in 2 colorways, $59 @ plaiddoctrine.com (more…)

Hanukkah begins at sunset Tuesday, December 20. Kick up the cool factor with an unorthodox menorah as you celebrate the Festival of Lights. One part reclaimed oak wine barrel staves, one part recycled Patron Tequila bottle necks – just add soy/beeswax candles for added green points … Find this one of a kind, handmade menorah @ etsy.com/shop/bottlehood $72 … TIP use coupon code HOLIDAY15 at checkout to receive 15% off.
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(above) For him or her – something old is new again … both the chain and triangle are vintage brass -  vintage brass triangle thumb holster bracelet and ring from San Francisco based artist, Metalista. $42.