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Gemalto Bio-Sourced Smart Cards

Brian Yalung — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:57:24 +0000

Everyone is familiar with the card type uses we have today. They come in IDs, SIM cards and so on. But unknown to most are the dangers that lurk once they are thrown away. They emit harmful emissions and toxic fumes. But now Gemalto is set to change all that with their line of new bio-sourced smart cards. They are made from renewable materials which are easily recyclable. They are even come in eco-friendly packaging through recycled paper and vegetable inks which should reduce their environmental impact. These cards will be ready for mass production by the start of 2010.

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Gemalto Bio-Sourced Smart Cards

Joule Biotechnologies SolarConverter System

Brian Yalung — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:56:08 +0000

Biodiesel was known to be made possible from plants but this is one system from Joules Biotechnologies that doesn’t produces the same algae-based fuel by redesigning organisms and their functionality. They require no farmland to grow corn or other feedstock. They genetically engineered organisms that use photosynthesis to directly create the molecules that form the basis of diesel.

Their SolarConverter array system suspends these organisms in a solution within a light-permeable structure that looks something like a solar panel array. When directed to sunlight, the organisms turn CO2 and the sunlight into biodiesel. Certainly a new alternative to get some fuel in this time of crisis.

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Joule Biotechnologies SolarConverter System

Eco-friendly Bubble Wraps

Brian Yalung — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:26:43 +0000

Bubble wraps are familiar to most of us, especially if the item we are buying or shipping requires extra care due to its fragile nature. And while we barely provide it much importance, a touch of eco-friendliness courtesy of the Globe Guard Products division of Salazar Packaging Inc. wouldn’t hurt. Best of all, they are 100% recyclable, 100% degradable, and 100% biodegradable. They are CFC-free and non-toxic which should help in addressing the depletion issues surrounding our thinning ozone layers.

This new biodegradable packaging product is ideal for a wide range of industries, including automotive, ceramics, dental, electronics, furniture, and pharmaceutical.

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Eco-friendly Bubble Wraps

Waste Free Lunch Kits

Brian Yalung — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:09:02 +0000

Here is something fashionable that laborers and students can use as an alternative to store their lunch and snacks. The Waste Free Lunch kits from everyday Jun offers reusable solutions which should complement disposable lunch items that carries a fashion statement. This customizable and hip messenger bag contains reusable packing lunch items fit for any age.

These waste free lunch kits retail for $42.00.

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Waste Free Lunch Kits

100% Biodegradable Leaf Sack

Brian Yalung — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:29:22 +0000

Leaves are sure to be a problem and while you can sweep them all you want, a suitable container or sack may be needed, especially if you want to have the eco-friendly initiative added to it. This 100% biodegradable leaf sack should do the trick. All you have to do is put the dead leaves in the sack, place it in one corner and they will biodegrade on their own after which you wonderful compost. A great solution for the falling autumn leaves and how to get rid of them.

Price: £1.65

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100% Biodegradable Leaf Sack

Qatar Airways Launches Natural Gas Commercial Jet

Brian Yalung — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:53:14 +0000

Qatar Airways has defied the odds and perhaps flown a jet like no other airline has yet dared. This is what sums up the new development that Qatar Airways has officially flown the first commercial jet that runs on natural gas. This alternative fuel discovery was able to power an Airbus A340-600 from London Gatwick that landed in the Qatari capital, Doha.

From the look of it, this may be a good sign for the aviation sector. Unless some kinks come out, you can bet that natural gas may yet be the answer to the fuel woes of the transport industry. Then again, this is just one flight and other issues like impact on the engines and the volume of use need to be observed and recorded further.

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Qatar Airways Launches Natural Gas Commercial Jet

Go Green Visa Credit Card

Brian Yalung — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 01:40:35 +0000

Doha Bank has announced the launch of their eco-friendly credit card, the Go Green Visa Credit Card. The card itself is made from biodegradable material and ensures that 1% of all customer spending will be converted into Green points and then donated to an approved green cause. This includes causes like tree planting in Qatar.

The tie-up is good for the eco-friendly efforts most businesses are required. But as far as acquiring a credit card at this point of the financial crisis, it may not necessarily translate into something ideal. Regardless, you have to commend Doha Bank for their effort. Let us see who will bite with their new green deal.

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Go Green Visa Credit Card

Earth Friendly Paper Drinking Straws

Brian Yalung — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:21:00 +0000

Spirit Foodservice Inc. offers a great alternative to people and establishments making use of the traditional plastic-based straws. A new and eco-friendly solution for drinking aids has been revealed and this comes in the form of paper-based straws which are manufactured with natural beeswax and food-safe glue which helps them perform with increased longevity in beverages while still maintaining their biodegradable and compostable characteristics. The straws are ideal for cold beverages of all kinds.

Customers who receive a paper straw in their beverage almost immediately recognize that the establishment who served it is concerned about using natural, earth-friendly products. For an extra penny or so a drink, restaurants may even be applauded by their customers and rewarded by repeat business.

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Earth Friendly Paper Drinking Straws

Eco-Friendly Children’s Tableware from Rooware

Brian Yalung — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:13:52 +0000

Eco-Friendly Children’s Tableware

If you are having problems feeding your children, it may be due to the tableware that they are using. There are various techniques a parent has to undertake in order to get a child eat and one of them includes colors and cartoon characters that are capture their attention.

And in case you are looking for one, here are some eco-friendly tableware from Rooware which carry their unique characters or mascots, the Earthsaverz (Kai, Lexi, Jaz and Zach). These were conceptualized to raise the level of environmental awareness for kids. They are made from bio-based sustainable plastic which is microwaveable and dishwasher-friendly as well.

Debuting in retail stores nationwide and online at the end of October. Plate, $19.95; Bowl, $14.95; Cup, $12.95, Utensil set, $7.95. Tableware sets can be customized by choosing outfits and accessories for the characters in a fun dress up game, exclusively online at www.rooware.com and will retail for $48.95.

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Eco-Friendly Children’s Tableware from Rooware

Eco-Friendly Ganesha Idols

Brian Yalung — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:35:14 +0000

For each religion or group, there will be something that brings us to some form of worship. As far as India is concerned, it all points to these Ganesha idols which have their own versions in different forms and types of worship.

But while that is a given, the issue of what materials are used comes into mind. And now, it seems that India is employing some form of eco-friendly materials by using Alum. Apparently this has something to do when these Ganesha idols are immersed in water. With Alum, they are not only cheaper but dissolve faster. Even vegetable dyes used for these idols are eco-friendly.

With price rise in the market and recession hitting hard, we do not know if the eco-friendly Ganesha idols would be a real hit. But looks like we have technology getting into rituals as well.

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Eco-Friendly Ganesha Idols

Eco-Friendly Samsung Reclaim Launched

Brian Yalung — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 03:42:49 +0000

Samsung Electronics unveils another mobile phone, the Samsung Reclaim, which is made from 80% recycled materials including bioplastics. And to make sure that mobile geeks don’t forget, it is even encased in green!

Other eco-friendly aspects include the lack of a paper manual, soy-based ink on the packaging and a donation to a land conservation charity for every purchase. It costs $50 with a two-year contract under Sprint, and comes with 2MP camera, GPS, Bluetooth 2.0 and expandable storage.

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Eco-Friendly Samsung Reclaim Launched

Toyota Prius Offers Optional Ingeo-based Floor Mats

Brian Yalung — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:22:36 +0000

When you ride on your new Toyota Prius, make it count. Get the freebies especially if they complement the overall intent your new vehicles. If there is one thing that the Toyota Prius cars will be lacking are accessories and among them include floor mats. So while you are at it, why not get a hold of this special offer. The special floor mats are Ingeo-based floormats which are made from bio-based materials.

By adopting the Ingeo mat products, Toyota benefits from the unique environmental advantages of a fiber made from plants, not oil. This adoption of new floor mats exemplifies Toyota’s belief that the use of environmentally friendly materials is as equally important as design and product performance.

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Toyota Prius Offers Optional Ingeo-based Floor Mats

Scooters Running on Tequila Power

Brian Yalung — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 18:21:15 +0000

When you think of alternative fuel, cost may sometimes take a backseat. This is because you have to ask yourself, are you looking for something economic or something to answer the disappearing resources of fuel? Well as far as this post is concerned, it tried to answer the latter.

Tequila is normally something we drink at bars or special occasions. But to use them as an alternative means of fuel may be both beneficial and costly. Beneficial in the sense that we find a new source of fuel which seems to be the focus of most people today.

Apparently there is a prime ingredient in Tequila. To us, it is not a new one. The agent is ethanol, one of the most heard elements that could possibly replace the standard fuel we have today. With the right process, it can be the new alternative fuel for scooters once it has been officially proven as suitable.

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Scooters Running on Tequila Power

Green Fuel Production to Expand

Brian Yalung — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 05:59:08 +0000

Expect the supply and sources of green fuel to further expand as US Biofuels Inc. is set to launch a major green fuel production with recent gains from 12 greenhouses. Each greenhouse will be constructed and renovated for the purpose of growing algae in a closed system, using the photobioreactor (PBR) process for the production of Biofuel.

What is a PBR?

PBR is a bioreactor, which includes some kind of light source. Really any clear, translucent container could be called a PBR, but the term is more commonly used to define a closed system, as opposed to an open tank or pond. This system allows more species to be grown at a faster rate, extending the growing season, and if heated it can produce all year round.

US Biofuels looks forward to producing biofuel all year round from these greenhouses and hopes to complete the construction and renovations of the greenhouses by 2010. After which they anticipate to produce over 4 million gallons of biodiesel gas just from these 12 greenhouses alone

US Biofuels is also currently researching new strains of algae to better manufacture more precise mixtures for products such as jet fuel and other special use products. Planning to open a chain of 145 resale locations throughout the nation, US Biofuels looks forward to producing alternative fuels and help America achieve a greener, cleaner environment.

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Green Fuel Production to Expand

Detroit Opens Waste Management Facility

Brian Yalung — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:45:08 +0000

To help in the waste management efforts, Detroit announces the opening of a 63,000 sq. ft. facility in Lynch Road that will reportedly manage 150 tons of recyclables a day. Approximately $2 million was needed to renovate and purchase equipment to address the growing waste problems over at Detroit.

“Waste Management’s Detroit Recycling Center is an example of how Detroit is transforming into an economically diverse metropolitan area,” Mayor Bing said. “The company was able to take a large vacant commercial building and turned it into a sustainable business operation.”

Managing waste has become a growing concern not only in Detroit but the whole world. While most countries have come up with their own waste and recycling centers, this development promises to be a big boost and hopefully address the trash problems while encouraging recycling efforts as well.

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Detroit Opens Waste Management Facility

Welcome the Age of Biofuel with Shell!

Brian Yalung — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:13:52 +0000

Biofuels have been hearing it as far as the best alternative fuel for vehicles today. And for the people in Canada, they will get that chance as a certain amount of it will be blended into regular gasoline, something that should be interesting to note.

All this will take effect on June 10 where a Shell Station based in Canada will blend 10% cellulosic ethanol to all regular gasoline purchased. Cellulosic ethanol, as an end fuel, is identical to ethanol but it can offer up to 90% less lifecycle CO2 emissions than gasoline. It is a key part of Shell’s strategic investment and development program in sustainable biofuels.

“We’re proud of this world-first,” said Brian Foody, Chief Executive Officer of Iogen Corporation. “Building a demo plant is one thing but you then need to go through the process of operating the new technology at scale, learning, modifying and lowering costs. With the volumes we’re producing today, we’re confident about the future.”

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Welcome the Age of Biofuel with Shell!

Earth-Friendly Pet Caskets

Brian Yalung — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 22:50:27 +0000

When the life of our pets are used up, the intent to leave them with honor becomes an issue. If only it were that easy to part with them then perhaps knowing where to place them wouldn’t be much trouble. But for the ones who cherish their cat or dog, here is an eco-friendly alternative to really give them the honor they deserve after years of being with them.

This is of course with reference to biodegradable pet caskets with floral designs which are composed of biodegradable and recycled materials. These pet caskets are available at RichardLamb.com.

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Earth-Friendly Pet Caskets

Propel Fuels Holds Hydrogen Vehicle Show

Brian Yalung — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 04:53:48 +0000

People who want to catch a glimpse on what the era of cars running on alternative fuel is all about will be in for a treat as Propel Fuels holds a Hydrogen Vehicle Show in Seattle. Propel Fuels has arranged for a Hydrogen Vehicle Showdown in Seattle, providing a preview on the latest in hydrogen fuel cell vehicle designs.

The show also aims to properly educate people on the perks and benefits that renewable fuel brings to society, a familiar term we have been hearing for the past months in connection for the call towards new vehicles running on alternative sources of fuel. Fuel cell vehicles from Daimler, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Toyota and Volkswagen are on display, and experts from these companies are on hand to answer questions from Propel customers and alternative fuel enthusiasts.

“Propel’s fueling platform delivers advanced low carbon fuels including biodiesel from waste stream feedstocks like recycled fats and oils, and locally grown, marginal land crops like camelina,” said Rob Elam, President and Co-Founder of Propel. “Our fueling platform has the forward-flexibility to accommodate advanced fuels such as bio-methane, hydrogen and electric charging as these vehicle technologies gain momentum in the marketplace. Today’s event shows how close these vehicles are to commercialization.”

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Propel Fuels Holds Hydrogen Vehicle Show

An EcoCradle for Newborns

Brian Yalung — Sat, 23 May 2009 18:26:40 +0000

Babies will always get the best from Mom and Dad. This includes the place they sleep. While the issue of SIDS has pushed most parents to consider placing their newborn separate from the usual bed, Ecomum presents the EcoCradle which is made from corrugated cardboards.

The EcoCradle is a lightweight, easy to assemble and eco-friendly alternative to provide any baby a green and comfortable place to sleep in. It is a great cradle to sleep on for the first few months. The best thing about it is that you can even recycle it after your baby has outgrown it. It presents a biodegradable sort of process which is incidentally backed by a non-toxic fire retardant as well.

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An EcoCradle for Newborns

RonnZoil BioDegradable Non-Petroleum Hydraulic Fluids

Brian Yalung — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:35:06 +0000

The Ronn Motor company is set to unveil its new products, the RonnZoil Hydraulic Fluids for improved performance of engine oils and lubricants. This move placed them on the list of groups entering the eco-friendly oil and lubricant market, a move that will certainly help in the promotion of bio-based products in general and lubricants in particular, through the use of procurement preferences and tax incentives, will help to drive gains.

Ronnzoil Hydraulic Fluids are biodegradable, non-petroleum-based, provide superior performance and can be used by any modern agro-industrial equipment utilizing a common pump or requiring a single fluid for final drives, transmissions, differentials, power take-off (PTO) units and wet brake systems. Typical equipment uses include farm tractors, combines, bull dozers, road graders, dump trucks, etc.

Headquartered in Horseshoe Bay, Texas, Ronn Motor Company is a design and manufacturing company focused on the leading edge engineering of environmentally friendly, finely built premium automobiles and technology. These systems include Hydrogen Fuel, Fuel Cells and Plug-in Electrics.

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RonnZoil BioDegradable Non-Petroleum Hydraulic Fluids

Bamboo Towels Soft and Strong

David Allen — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:00:10 +0000

Anyone who can make a product from bamboo is going to be onto a winner. Bamboo is a super plant that grows like grass and yet has a consistency that that be woven into a soft yet tough thread. It is then made into garments and other products.

These towels are made from 100% bamboo thread this gives them some special qualities, like being anti bacterial, anti microbial, anti fungal, hypoallergenic and biodegradable. However, that does not take into consideration the softness. In fact, bamboo is so soft that it may have to be trimmed occasionally.

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Bamboo Towels Soft and Strong

Natural Fitness Cork Yoga Block

Brian Yalung — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:35:21 +0000

Practicing Yoga or undertaking any form of exercise that requires you to lay on the floor will normally need the aid of mats. If you are in the market for one, this is a great mat to consider. As a solution to environmentally harmful foam blocks Natural Fitness offers our Cork Yoga Block.

It is perfect for those who want an eco-friendly product that provides cushion. This product allows you to improve your yoga practice while achieving more environmental balance. It is made from cork, a sustainable natural resource, and provides strength and stability. Its natural look and feel can help provide the sense of peace and tranquility required for your yoga practice while helping protect our environment. 9 x 5.5 x 3.5

Natural Cork- All natural eco-friendly cork; Recyclable & Biodegradable

Price: $16.70

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Natural Fitness Cork Yoga Block

Waste Paper Makes Great Waste Paper Baskets

David Allen — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 10:00:20 +0000

Here is great idea and also a great play on words; Studio Crank has designed and produced a simple but very effective waste paper system. The Chuck trash basket is used around the home or office for waste paper, nothing fantastic about that! Yet, the basket itself has been produced from a 100 per cent recycled cardboard and the printed design is produced by using low VOC based inks.

Therefore, the waste paper bin is totally recyclable and fits into the green lifestyle. Objects like this also get the message across to other people. They see what is written on the basket and what it is being used for. Eventually the message will sink in, even though it may take a little more time to convince others that going green is the only way to go.

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Waste Paper Makes Great Waste Paper Baskets

Flip Flops Are Hip

David Allen — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 09:00:42 +0000

There was a time when the humble Flip Flop was the last resort in footwear, the sort of shoe that you would only put on your feet when there was nothing else around. However, these days the attitude to this most basic footwear has changed and companies like Feelgoodz have a lot to do with that.

Feelgoodz is based in New Orleans and produces a range of flip flops that are not only fair trade, but they are the only US based maker who can claim that their product is 100 per cent biodegradable, uses 100 per cent natural rubber and is recyclable too. It really does make you Feelgoodz about Flip Flops.

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Flip Flops Are Hip

White House Wants Green Coffee Cups

David Allen — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:00:12 +0000

Even though the last President set out to get eco friendly coffee cups, the new President wants his staff to find a greener alternative. The paper cups currently used in the White House were sourced around seven years ago, they have a biodegradable insulating coating, but they are not just not green enough.

The White House are looking for a coffee cup of the same nature but with a higher percentage of biodegradability, this type of product does exist but it would be nice to see some figures as to how many paper cups they get though and compare this to using china or plastic cups that can be reused.

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White House Wants Green Coffee Cups

The Eco Billboards

David Allen — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 10:00:29 +0000

Billboards have been around for a very long time. It is only now that the companies behind them are attempting to make their boards eco friendly by not using plastics or even paper, but rather eco friendly products made from recyclable polyethylene (PE).

These posters are easier to install. Best of all, they no longer need the assistance of toxic glues. Furthermore, they do not crease up and are estimated to last up to three times as long. There are around 170,000 billboards around the US that use PVC and a further 200,000 using paper. That is a lot paper and plastic that is going to waste.

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The Eco Billboards

McDonalds Still Getting Greener

David Allen — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:00:47 +0000

Over the past few years the world’s largest restaurant chain have been working on making their world much greener, they have done this by changing the appearance of most of their stores and have made a real effort as to where they by their ingredients from too.

But there is one thing that hurts McDonalds and it makes no difference where they are located either; packaging is a big problem as no matter where you go, there is most likely a discarded wrapper or bag. However, a student Andrew Millar has designed a wrapper that is biodegradable and made from grass paper. Unfortunately, he has not approached McDonalds yet, hopefully he will be doing so and the waste situation is eased slightly.

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McDonalds Still Getting Greener

Algae BioDiesel Maker Opens New Plant

Brian Yalung — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:03:53 +0000

Algae fuel seems to be on the rise as a new plant is set to open in Indiana. Stellarwind Bio Energy, LLC, a producer of fuel oil from algae, announced the opening of its new small scale pilot production facility and corporate headquarters in Indianapolis. The plant has a 1/10th acre greenhouse, along with offices and an advanced research and development.

Company officials says their PhycoGenic ReactorTM will allow them to grow algae very cheaply… key to making the venture sustainable. They also claim that algae, which produces 10,000 gallons of fuel per acre each year, is a better biofuel feedstock than corn (150-330 gallons of ethanol per acre per year) or soybeans (70-100 gallons of biodiesel per acre per year). Plus, they say the oil from algae is easier to refine into gasoline, kerosene or aviation fuel.

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Algae BioDiesel Maker Opens New Plant

PetroAlgae Becomes New Focus of Algae-Based Biofuels

Brian Yalung — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:44:34 +0000

Add another new fuel type in the world of algae-based biofuels. This year PetroAlgae will help demonstrate the near-term commercial viability of algae-based biofuel. In contrast with corn and soy, algae does not compete with the food supply, actually consumes C02 (2.2 times its own weight), leaves no toxic waste during the harvesting process, is essentially carbon neutral and is 25x to 100x more productive than other crop feedstocks. PetroAlgae can replace the entire world’s supply of diesel on a very small fraction of the Earth’s landmass.

While the benefits of algal fuel are clear, commercialization has so far been unattainable. While most algae companies to date have focused almost exclusively on the science of algae, PetroAlgae has focused on developing a turnkey modular construction that can be replicated on a massive scale globally. The PetroAlgae process ensures consistency and efficiency, which directly leads to lower costs.

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PetroAlgae Becomes New Focus of Algae-Based Biofuels

VegaWatt Powering The Take Out

David Allen — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 09:00:58 +0000

Most fast food restaurants use huge amounts of vegetable oil. While some of these restaurants sell their used oil to people who make their own bio diesel, in actuality it is only a small amount. However, there could be a solution that not only disposes of the used oil; it will also provide around a quarter of the power needed to keep the restaurant going.

VegaWatt is a machine that turns used cooking oil into clean energy and eliminates the need to dispose of the used cooking oil. The machine is about the size of the fridge and uses a filter system; there are no chemicals or fossil fuels used in the process making it a cheap and clean source of energy.

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VegaWatt Powering The Take Out

A Different Type Of Flower Pot

David Allen — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 10:00:26 +0000

A new style of flower pot is being made by Ball Horticultural Company and Summit Plastic Company has announced that they are added more sizes to their new Rice Hull NetPot. This is the plantable flower pot that degrades over time after being planted into the ground.

There are now six sizes available as well as filling trays, but eco friendly gardening is the key here. Which brings up a strange point, we like to buy locally grown produce and we assume that it is organic, that may be so. However, what about all of the tools and materials that the small holders use are they eco friendly or not. Use of these pots and trays would be one step closer to a fully eco friendly and organic farmer.

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A Different Type Of Flower Pot

AT&T Announced 15,000 New Eco-Friendly Vehicles

Brian Yalung — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:32:37 +0000

AT&T has announced that it will be investing in cleaner domestic vehicles which will cost about $565 million as part of its long-term strategy to deploy more than 15,000 alternative-fuel vehicles over the next 10 years. AT&T expects to spend an estimated $350 million to purchase about 8,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles and approximately $215 million to begin replacing its passenger cars with alternative-fuel models.

AT&T’s investment represents the largest U.S. corporate commitment to CNG vehicles to date. The new deployments will bring AT&T’s alternative-fuel fleet to more than 15,000 vehicles by 2019.

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The Return Of Bottled Water

David Allen — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:00:12 +0000

It was not that long ago when the market for bottled water looked as like it was faltering a little. However, both the monetary and environmental cost has not managed to diffuse this mega business. In fact the business has started a fight back; looks like bottled water is here to stay.

Water in bottles is just water; it may come from a spring in the mountains of a remote island in the Pacific, but its still water. Now bottled water offers something more, these products are now coming with added vitamins, minerals and other supplements. There are choices of flavoured water and some even come in bottles that are biodegradable or compostable. Bottled water is back on the menu.

Source [Tree Hugger]

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Save Your Hair Color Color-Safe Shampoo and Conditioner

Brian Yalung — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 02:36:10 +0000

How much do you value your hair? Just in case you didn’t know, be wary of the shampoo and conditioner that you purchase and use. For sure there are chemicals and additives that make them harmful rather than helpful. If you want to be sure, check out this product from Save Your World.

Save Your Hair brand color-safe shampoo and conditioner. This new line of hair care contains natural ultraviolet (UV) protection in the form of titanium dioxide to help reduce the fading effects of the sun on color-treated or natural hair and is packed full of nutrient-rich organic ingredients.

An organic moisture-rich formula, Save Your Hair color-safe shampoo and conditioner contains the following nutrient-rich ingredients: organic aloe to retain moisture and prevent brittleness; organic antioxidant-rich Yerba Maté, one of the richest herb sources with more than 24 vitamins and minerals and 15 amino acids to replenish the scalp and hair; organic avocado oil, rich in vitamins A and E and one of the most penetrating moisturizers to transport active ingredients to the hair shaft; and organic coconut oil to add shine to lackluster hair.

All Save Your World personal care products are biodegradable and chemical free, saving your hair and skin while also saving the environment with a product pledge of 1 PRODUCT = 1 ACRE OF RAINFOREST SAVED FOR 1 YEAR.

(Source) Soap Wire

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G-Clean Ultimate Biodegradable Pouches

Brian Yalung — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 05:29:59 +0000

Pouches are storage options as well, normally made of plastic or paper. If there is one thing that these items have in common is that unless a green initiative is playing around, chances are they will be scrutinized in adding to the garbage woes of today. But thanks to G-Clean, they can simply dissolve since they are biodegradable.

G-CLEAN pouches are made from American-grown plant base oils and put the power of nanotechnology into your pressure washer without harming the environment, including ground water. Beginning this week, they are available in three 3-Pack formulations: Concrete Cleaner & Degreaser, Siding & All Purpose Cleaner and Mold & Mildew Stain Remover. G-CLEAN pouches are the only pressure washer cleaning products that can go through the pump safely for a high foaming and “greener” clean.

The new product line will be introduced and sold exclusively by TTI to The Home Depot.

(Source) Press

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Recycling Wine Bottle Corks

David Allen — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 08:00:37 +0000

There has been much said about the great cork debate. Corks are made from a natural material only manufactured for just one use; keeping the wine in the bottle. Once used, these bottle stoppers tend to be thrown away. What a waste of a natural product.

Fortunately, a Spanish based design company have come up with a great idea where used corks can be utilized for something useful. They have created a tray where used wine bottles corks are fixed, once filled the tray can be used to protect work tops in the kitchen from the heat of saucepans etc.

Source [Tree Hugger]

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Free Clorox Green Bio-degradable Cleaning Products!

max — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 22:02:25 +0000

Clorox is giving out free samples of their new Green Works cleaning products made from biodegradable ingredients. All you have to do is sign up for the e-mail submission and fill out surveys, not a bad offer if you need some free cleaning products.

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Real Green Clothing

David Allen — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:00:34 +0000

Finding proper green clothing can be chore because there is always going to be some sort of carbon footprint attached to it, no matter how green the materials or manufacturing process is. This is mainly due to transportation distances.

So in order to be completely green maybe the composter is a good place to start when looking materials as Nicole Dextras from Vancouver, Canada has, she has created a collection of clothing that have been made from leaves and flowers. This clothing line would be great for beach weddings etc.

Source [Metro]

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Super Bowl 2009 Was Green (Well, Sort Of)

Missy — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 22:59:00 +0000

I’m not sure why there wasn’t much press on the fact that the Superbowl made an attempt to be green this year.

As the New York Times reports, this year the Superbowl initiated several eco-friendly changes to game day.

Some of the changes included:

a composting program
the use of biodegradable plates forks straws and napkins
new LED lighting displays
the recycling of cooking grease.

Surely these subtle changes and or additions don’t put the Superbowl on any “Top 10 Eco friendly Event” list, but just the fact that they are being cognizant of how HUGE this event is in terms of energy usage and resources, means they are headed in a solid direction.

And every bit helps.

via New York Times

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Super Bowl 2009 Was Green (Well, Sort Of)

Show That You Are Green

David Allen — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 10:00:16 +0000

One thing about being green is showing off your credentials or just wanting to be someone who is seen to be wearing the latest piece of eco fashion. Whatever your reason there are some great T Shirts available at green site Inhabitat.

These T Shirts are made from one hundred per cent organic cotton and have been printed using eco friendly ink. To make things even better these T Shirts are included the sites sale; therefore, they are going to fifteen per cent cheaper.

Priced at $29.75

Source [Inhabitat]

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Disposable Sugarcane Pet Bowl

Brian Yalung — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 20:05:46 +0000

For pet owners, here is a good solution as far as providing proper storage or kennels as far as feeding your pets. It is called the disposable sugarcane pet bowl from everybodygreen.com and is made from 100% bagasse; the fiber – like residue which remains after sugarcane stalks are crushed to extract their juice. The bowls are deceivingly durable as they are capable of holding dry food, wet food or water.

The disposable pet bowl is ideal for dog park outings, dog runs, pet sitters, dog walkers and trainers. The bowls allow for a clean and easy feeding time. Mr. Berman continues, ” Perhaps the most intriguing aspect to our creation is that our bowls are durable enough to reuse yet inexpensive enough to dispose of – guilt free, as they are 100% biodegradable.”

(Source) TransWorldNews

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KFC UK Goes For Eco Packaging

David Allen — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:00:19 +0000

Fast food restaurants are having a hard time in the UK over waste paper and packaging, in order for KFC to reduce their annual rubbish out by fourteen hundred tonnes, they are planning on changing their packing to a more eco friendly type.

Instead of the traditional cardboard boxes and clamshells, they will putting their food into paper bags and wrappers, reducing the amount of waste by 588 tonnes during the first year and make things even better all of this new packaging is produced from sustainable sources and is a hundred per cent recyclable and biodegradable.

[Brand Republic]

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Recycled Cardboard Makes Great Furniture

David Allen — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 10:00:41 +0000

It is amazing really that something as simple as a piece of cardboard can be fashioned into everyday objects that can be used throughout then home and just about anywhere else too. Cardboard is such a creative material that is can be manipulated into some useful eco friendly items.

These are designed and made by Argentinean, Santiago Morahan who actually goes around collecting the cardboard or buys it from carbage collectors. Then all of these pieces of work are carefully hand made ready to be sold.

Source [Earth Blips]

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Bio Fuels Closes Schools

David Allen — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:00:30 +0000

During the winter occasionally, you expect the school to be closed because of the bad weather etc, but because of the rise in the use of bio fuels in school buses, the cold weather has been taking its toll on the smooth running of the engines.

This is because Minnesota state requires that a minimum of two per cent bio diesel in school buses, but when the temperature reaches -10F the fuel has a tendency to turn into a gel type substance and as a result the engine will not run. Yet this problem is set to get worse because before 2015 the State will be requiring a twenty per cent bio diesel concentration.

Source [Auto Blog Green]

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Bamboo Sheets Great For Eco Sleeping

David Allen — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 12:00:49 +0000

Natural fibres are great for use in linens such as bedding; this is because they can take moisture away from the body this makes for a better sleep. Bamboo also has the quality of providing natural anti bacterial protection, this works just as well in winter as in summer making these sheets by Bedding and more, ideal for green sleepers.

Features:

Environmentally friendly, silky soft, lightweight and luxurious

100% bamboo fibres have natural antibacterial protection that wick away moisture for comfort

Bamboo is a natural choice, grown without pesticides and naturally regenerated

Fabric is three times more breathable than cotton

Sheets keep you at the optimum temperature for sleeping because of the breathability of the fabric, keeping you warm in the winter and cool in the summer

Fits 15″ drop

Available in White, Ivory, and Eco Green

310 thread count bamboo sateen

Specifications:

Flat Sheet

Twin – 66″ W x 96″ L

Twin Extra Long – 66″ W x 96″ L

Full / Double – 81″ W x 96″ L

Queen – 90″ W x 102″ L

King – 110″ W x 102″ L

Fitted Sheet – 15″ drop

Twin – 39″ W x 75″ L

Twin Extra Long – 39″ W x 80″ L

Full / Double – 54″ W x 75″ L

Queen – 60″ W x 80″ L

King – 78″ W x 80″ L

Pillow Case

Standard – 20″ W x 32″ L

King – 20″ W x 40″ L

Prices from $23

Source [Going Green Site]

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Preparing For A Green Wedding

David Allen — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 11:00:55 +0000

Green weddings of course do not actually mean green as they can still be white should the happy couple wish it, but there is a serious side to having a green wedding. There is the cost in both money and to the environment, which is why there are more products coming out to satisfy the demand for eco friendly products.

These wedding favours are in fact plantable favours as they come in white (with red rose petals), blue, lavender, pink, yellow, or green colour combinations. This is handmade plantable seeded paper, made of 100% cotton and has the following seeds embedded in the paper: Corn Poppy, Red Coreopsis, Plain Coreopsis, Black-eyed Susan, and Baby Snapdragon.

Priced at $19.95 for twenty five favours.

Source [Wedding]

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The Future Of Mobiles Is Green

David Allen — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 11:00:45 +0000

But when we say green this idea could be taking the theory just that little bit too far with this design that is guaranteed to biodegrade within two years as it simply collapses into small pieces with no worries about leftovers.

The problem with this concept is the fact this is made from dried grass, so what happens when it gets wet? There are plenty of recycled materials that could be used to make mobile phones, perhaps grass is not one of those materials.

Source [Inhabitat]

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Organic Chewing Gum In Stores Soon

David Allen — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:00:55 +0000

There are stories about what is in chewing gum; these can range from all natural products to some really unnatural products, which shall remain nameless. So when an organic chewing is about to launched then this is something that is interesting.

This new chewing gum is going to be called Chicza; it has been made from all natural ingredients with the gum coming from a tree called the Manilkara Chicle from central and South America. The finished product is totally biodegradable which is helpful on the pavements too.

Source [Hippy Shopper]

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Morocco Takes out Sulphur in Diesel for Better Fuel

Brian Yalung — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:49:26 +0000

By taking out the sulphur in their diesel fuel, Morocco expects a vast improvement as far as its carbon emissions and pollution problems are concerned. This was announced as Morocco will be gradually introducing the “cleaner diesel” in their transition period until April of this year.

With this development comes the issue of pricing. This is one concern that Moroccans are addressing at the moment as the price for the new and improved diesel fuel is expected to cost them a bit. Despite being just a couple of dirhams, local car owners running on diesel power feel that this may be a bit too much than their pockets can handle.

Then again, why own a car if you cannot handle the fuel costs? We experienced the same problem when the oil prices spiked more than 100% so a couple of dirhams should not really hurt.

“The new 50 ppm diesel went on sale on January 1st, 2009, replacing 350 diesel at its base price, which is 10.13 dirhams a litre”

(Source) Magharebia

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Put More Bang Into Popping A Cork

David Allen — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:00:38 +0000

Even though the festive season is over, there are still going to be plenty of reasons to pop the cork on a nice bottle of champagne. This is great because of these little devices, which have been created in order to make the pop just a little bit better that an ordinary champagne cork.

These little Rock et Roll bottle tops, have been designed to be one hundred per cent recycled and recyclable from foam rubber. Around the rim, a streamer can be attached, so that after lift off the rocket has a tail too, it is cool!

Source [Inhabitat]

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