According to The Organic Trade Association U.S. sales of organic products, both food and non-food, reached $24.6 billion by the end of 2008, growing an impressive 17.1 percent over 2007 sales despite tough economic times, according to the Organic … [Read more...]
Win $20,000 with Your Green Idea!
May 31, 2009 By 1 Comment
DEADLINE JUNE 8, 2009 Want to make a environmental difference in your community or neighborhood? Sun Chips and National Geographic have combined forces and will be awarding $20,000 to 5 people or groups that have the best ideas for 'Green … [Read more...]
8 Green-Eco Friendly Resources in Mexico
May 30, 2009 By 1 Comment
l Iove Mexico and wondered if there was any 'green blogs' about Mexico. There doesn't appear to be much- most are eco Tourism sites- but since I did the research- thought I would share it anyway. Not all the sites are 'Green' but gives … [Read more...]
Composting 101- Easy Tips for Beginners
May 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Why Compost: Each American has 1200 pounds of compostable organic waste annually Fills Landfills Processes of Natural decay lead to the production of methane Making and using your own compost- frees you of petroleum derived … [Read more...]
Community and Urban Gardening
May 30, 2009 By 5 Comments
Since I have just torn up my whole yard to hopefully get rid of the bamboo- I was thinking I should plant a garden instead. Unfortunately where the yard is torn up- is very shady and not a great planting ground for a garden. A few of us at our … [Read more...]
More Free Stuff- Really, Really
May 29, 2009 By 1 Comment
I think we all know about Craiglist, Free Cycle, then there was Giving Away and now a new concept Really Really Free Markets They are connecting people with other people giving away free stuff. According to RRFM there is enough for everyone … [Read more...]
Clear Up Pollution and Budgets At The Same Time
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Here is what I think- all these states and in particular my home state of California have dire budgetary problems- Yesterday I saw 2 cars idling away- no ticket. Think of how much money we would save if the following happened: 1.) Every person who … [Read more...]
Cool Eco-Friendly Camping Gadgets
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A great way to reduce your air miles is to enjoy your local environment and go camping. Camping is hugely popular, and it's a great way to appreciate nature, have a fun holiday and spend time with your family. To ensure your camping trip … [Read more...]
How Greenly We Rate- Greendex
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2009-The 2nd Annual Greendex' survey by National Geographic released. Greendex, a worldwide environmental tracking survey to measure consumer behaviors that have an impact on the environment. GlobeScan found an increase in … [Read more...]
Rape Free Products Interview with Eve Ensler
May 29, 2009 By Leave a Comment
In the Congo, according to Eve Ensler, the miltary uses rape and sexual violence to fracture communities, employ slave labor to mine coltran which is used to produce capacitors that power cell phones, iPods and other gadgets. Over 5.5 Million killed, … [Read more...]
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