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Another green report from 16-year old Zach McGrath
If you’re looking for a green and exciting way to vacation this year, you will be pleased to discover that Royal Caribbean offers some of the most eco-friendly cruise vacations out there. Their on-board “Save the Waves” program has transformed the way their ships run, while keeping the [...]

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In this brief video Altcon’s youthful thespians examine the dilemma that is bottled water.
Pump up the volume, and click on the small black arrow at bottom left of “video screen” above.
featuring:
zach & max

The state of Massachusetts
The Bay State is getting greener. Among the eco friendly projects going on this summer in Worcester County, MA, is Clark University’s decision to go green, starting at (where else?) the dorms. The construction this summer on the Blackstone Residence Hall is expected to be finished by September, just in time for [...]

A warm welcome to our new Green Teen Editor, Zach McGrath, with his first post for Alternative Consumer.
Okay, here’s a concise list of my favorite eco-celebs,
(in no particular order). Enjoy!

Julia Louis-Dreyfus - Her new home with husband Brad Hall is practically a poster for green efficiency.

Alanis Morissette - On my list more because I like [...]

You’ll have a hard time getting over yourself once you don this dapper headpiece by Kangol. It’s constructed of 80% paper, 10% hemp and 10% polyester (sort of green). Now, behave yourself! Go see Ocean’s 13 or hit the track.
$54 @ thegiantpeach.com

Soaring discs of recyled plastic — the ultimate in counterculture athletics. Here are a few that are cool not only cause you’re saving oil and energy, but because you’re not adding to those nasty piles of plastic covering the planet.
Leave No Trace sells celestial spinners with swirling patterns for only $10.
Dave Matthews Band high [...]

Inspired by the philosophy of literary legend, William Blake,
No Enemy represents “true peace, true Justice, simple logic.” Grounded in the belief that we are only limited by our
own imagination, this socially aware designer of Kopali organic tees wears its heart on its sleeve, pant leg and other body parts as well.
My youngest sister [...]

This young fashion company with a positive attitude strives to do things right. Their vision includes fair trade practices, cutting edge casual style and organic materials. Netherlands-based Kuyichi buys their organic cotton primarily from Peruvian farmers — who are encouraged to partner with them. Cool stuff available in Europe…for now. We [...]

Shirt slip or little black dress? Made from 100% bamboo, it’s comfy and thermal regulating — meaning it will keep you cooler, drier, warmer and odor free — always a plus. Bamboo is a tropical grass, grown without pesticides or chemicals, is 100% biodegradable and is naturally regenerative. The fibers of the bamboo [...]

Durable, sustainable and fly hemp goods from IPATH.

O’Connor & other styles of Natural Hemp footwear @ $ 49.95/pair, won’t break the piggy bank.
Tight Hemp Beanie @ $12.
Black Hemp Jeans, mens 34, 36 & 38 @ $41.97
Hemp Icon Cap, @ $23.95
Allow 2-3 wks delivery, US-only right now.
Note: only certain styles are made from hemp — [...]

Transform your 2-wheeler into an extended riding machine, and create a Sport Ute Bike. Shift your rear wheel back 15 inches, and gain a lot of cargo space, like adding a rear seat and trunk.
Check out the modular rack systems that allow you to customize your existing bike. Morph those wheels into a serious [...]

The classic Bean chair is now appearing in hemp — the outside fabric is removable and washable. And the unbleached cotton inside liner is filled with new scrap foam rescued from the trash heap. Eco-friendly and priced to sell. The ottoman is a must — kick back and take a load off. For [...]

Who knew? Leo’s got an enviro site, and a separate eco-site for kids. 2 short films on the adult site — one on global warming and the other on water. Primers for new greenies, and kids. Also a mix of news and ways for people to join in the effort to “save [...]

This easy-to-use, well-designed site encourages kids to learn about taking care of old mother Earth. Subscribe for free, and you’re on your way. Create Your Future is sponsored by Japan for Sustainability.

Like US-based WalMart and Target, as well as UK-based Tesco and Next, H&M is the next big box retailer to offer mainstream shoppers, clothes that are made from organic cotton. A sign that this is not merely a trend, but hopefully a new direction for all clothing manufacturers to soon follow. Available in [...]