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If you’re trying to be more eco in your shopping greenzer.com can help you find greener clothing, electronics, detergents, personal care products. The list goes on. The US website also includes some articles related to green lifestyle.
Continue reading...Natural chewing gum
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Chicle is a resin that comes from the sapodilla tree, which grows in Central American rainforests. It was once the only way to make chewing gum (synthetic resins are now used in most cases). If sustainably harvested it can help keep the rainforest profitable (and therefore standing). It is one of the ingredients in Make [...]
Continue reading...Biota water (US)
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Biota water comes in a corn-based bottle, which can either be recycled or composted. Unlike petroleum-based plastic bottles that take about 1,000 years to decompose, these bottles are history in 80 days. www.biotaspringwater.com
Continue reading...PlayPump
Thursday, January 8, 2009
The PlayPump makes pumping water fun. Designed for use in rural Africa where people often have to walk several kilometres to fetch water, the piece of playground equipment pumps water while children play on it. Donations welcome. South Africa/USA www.playpump.org
Continue reading...Biodegradable plant pots
Thursday, January 8, 2009
EcoForms are biodegradable pots for plants. Rather than being made from plastic like traditional pots they are made from grain husks and other natural and biodegradable ingredients. They decompose in five years and come in a range of colours, sizes and shapes. www.ecoforms.com
Continue reading...Simple shoes
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Simple makes shoes out of greener materials like hemp, bamboo textile, recycled PET shoelaces and recycled tire soles. They have a range called Eco Sneaks as well as a do-it-yourself shoe and bag. USA. www.simpleshoes.com
Continue reading...Planet shoes
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Planet Shoes stocks a large number of shoe brands, some of which are made by eco-conscious companies. They have an eco section on their site making it easy to find what you’re looking for. Eco-friendly brands include El Naturalista and Simple. They also have lots of options for vegans. USA www.planetshoes.com
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Friday, January 23, 2009
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