October 31st, 2009 by Editor
Reusable for many purposes, our sustainably grown jute gift bags perfectly present 6 boxes of Organic Davidson’s Green Teas, all tied up with natural raffia and a teapot cookie cutter. Cut-out cookie recipe included.
October 29th, 2009 by Editor
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Simple’s Mistletoe slip-on is the perfect casual look with just the right amount of girly good looks. The pretty eyelet upper is made of organic cotton with a jute trim around the outsole. This vegan-friendly style is as smart as it is stylish with its recycled sole that used to be a car tire, and soft bamboo linings. How can you go wrong with something this comfy and sweet while still raising social awareness?
Slide into the Simple Womens Mistletoe Shoe and give yourself a kiss for choosing a completely sustainable and stylish shoe. From the organic cotton and jute uppers, to the bamboo lining and recycled car tire soles, this shoe make as little environmental impact as possible. Simple also added cork and natural latex footbeds for cushy comfort and used water-based adhesives to eliminate the need for toxic glues.Product FeaturesMaterial: [Upper] organic cotton, juteLining: BambooSole: Recycled car tiresLacing: Button strapRecommended Use: CasualManufac (more…)
October 29th, 2009 by Editor
An analysis of three and half decades of maize research in African farming communities finds big benefits. A multi-country study reports the significant role international maize research plays in reducing poverty.
October 29th, 2009 by Editor
Surveys have confirmed that the finest montane forests in Timor-Leste, and possibly the whole island of Timor, are to be found on the inaccessible Mount Mundo Perdido — literally, “Lost World.” With 22 of the restricted-range species of the Timor and Wetar Endemic Bird Area found so far, Mount Mundo Perdido has been recognized as Timor-Leste’s seventeenth Important Bird Area.
October 28th, 2009 by Editor
If you’re like the rest of us, you’ve got a pile of chargers left over from retired cell phones. You can’t use them with your new phone, but finding an innovative way of recycling the tangled up mass of wires can be difficult — quite the ecophile’s conundrum. Luckily, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) aims to revolutionize the cell phone industry. The UN group recently unveiled its Universal Charging Solution, a charger that can be used in all future cell phone makes and models — as long as cell phone companies comply.
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October 28th, 2009 by Editor
Business has taken me to San Francisco and environs several times in the last few months. Here’s my field report on greener lodging and eco-travel options for those of you who are San Francisco bound.
October 28th, 2009 by Editor
UL Environment has validated the energy and water-savings claims of a popular washer and LCD TV by LG Electronics USA, the first consumer electronics and appliance manufacturer to have some of its products reviewed by by the program.
October 28th, 2009 by Editor
In a new scorecard released by the World Wildlife Fund, only one-sixth of companies surveyed show progress toward goals of ending the environmental and ecosystem impacts of conventional palm oil harvesting.
October 28th, 2009 by Editor
The US Environmental Protection Agency has announced a study that will investigate ways to reduce pollution that can run off paved surfaces and improve how water filters back into the ground. EPA is testing a variety of different permeable pavement materials and rain gardens in the parking lot at the agency’s Edison, N.J. facility.
October 28th, 2009 by Editor
In about 24 hours, you could be nibbling on delectable vegan morsels by Rabbit Mafia, sipping refreshing organic drinks courtesy of 44 North Vodka, shopping the racks of sustainable fashion at KAIGHT NYC (15% off everything for one night only), and discussing the future of eco-fashion at the OFFICIAL LAUNCH PARTY of our brand new eco-fashion website, Ecouterre! But you have to RSVP first so send us an email at rsvp@inhabitat.com today to let us know you’ll be there!
P.S. We’re going to be raffling off this gorgeous Circle Cascade necklace by the Andean Collection at the party, so don’t miss your chance to win it!
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