If there is one thing that many of us need in today, it is the combination of getting the eco-friendly ideas as well as meeting people who share the same interest. With the boom of social networking over the web, Commuto.com is certainly one social networking site to check out.

With Commuto, you can trade with other eco-friendly minded consumers. Launched just this June, it follows the usual sign-up process done by standard social networking sites today. As for trading, if they agree on terms and the conditions of the trade, they make arrangements to meet up online to consummate the transaction.

Stephen Arbib, President and founder of Commuto, says, “Commuto’s vast product database makes trading movies, games, books or any other item quick and simple.” He adds, “Once members have agreed on a trade, they arrange a time and place to meet in their community. Commuto’s eco-friendly service is membership driven and involves personal exchanges of goods to avoid shipping delays and delivery charges.”

Designed to help users minimize spending, and thus being ‘wallet friendly’, Commuto is already being recognized for its ‘Eco-friendly’ elements. The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising has commended Commuto as part of its ‘Go Green 2008′ campaign. Named the ‘Green Tip of the Week’ on fashionclub.com, Commuto is described as “a new site that allows you to swap…anything you can think of. Talk about eco-friendly!” An April review by independent Trendcentral.com, says “..swapping has become the latest means of recycling…” and describes Commuto as a “Cool online swap meet”. Apartment Therapy called Commuto “a great alternative to ebay”.

(Source) PR Web