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Posted in Environment & Wildlife on Oct 8th, 2011
It’s Fall and, depending on where you live, that means it’s fleece weather. But where should those cozy vests and jackets go once orange Synchilla no longer suits you? Here’s a great solution – the Patagonia Common Threads Initiative. The partnership – between the company and its customers – strives to keep Patagonia clothing out [...]
Posted in Environment & Wildlife on Sep 28th, 2011
Have you seen this shoebox? Lifestyle brand PUMA debuted a new package last year that uses fewer raw materials, less water and energy in production than traditional shoeboxes. It also has no laminated printing or tissue paper, and thanks to a reduction in weight, energy use is decreased during shipping. All of this ultimately reduces [...]
Posted in Environment & Wildlife, Health & Wellness on Sep 21st, 2011
Did you know that half a million cell phones are discarded in the United States – every day!? Instead of just dropping yours at a local collection point, save a life with it instead. Thanks to HopePhones.org, old cell phones are put to good use to help health workers around the world. Hope Phones recycles [...]
Posted in Arts & Culture, Environment & Wildlife on Aug 3rd, 2011
Thelma loves art of all kinds and recently while browsing a shelter mag, we found a smart site called EcoFirstArt.com. It’s a sophisticated online gallery for artists passionate about creating environmentally friendly fine art. From one-of-a-kind furniture, rugs and sculpture to dazzling jewelry, accessories and apparel, EcoFirst artists produce striking works which are ecologically friendly and luxurious at the same time. Everything is sourced from reused products, recycled materials or ecologically [...]