This cute long-sleeve hoodie is made out of soy. Its got a nice v-neck style and is available in many stylish colors. Perfect for an added layer in cool weather or just wear with a t-shirt, cami, or tank underneath when it gets warm. It will can be worn casually or for active sports.
Via Lucy.com
Eco friendly key chain flashlight that is solar powered. It stores energy in its batteries from the sun when not using your keys. You will just have to store the keys by the window. Also you will need no bulbs as well and not have to worry about running out of those pesky an environmentally unfriendly and expensive AAA batteries…
Available in green or red and only $9. Via GeekAlerts
A cool looking Ipod charger by Boblbee that is solar powered. This stylish charger will allow for infinite music play as long as you have the sun. It will charge and Ipod in 8-10 hours. It includes jacks to plug into a stereo, and an ac adapter to charge ipod in emergency situations.
Its only available in Japan for now. Via Ecogadget
Made of 90% organic and 10% spandex, this cute top by Patagonia is perfect for the active sports gal or for just lounging around. Use it for the gym or just running errands, yoga, cycling…
The fabric is soft and medium thick. It very cool and comfortable.. $40 at Backcountry.com
Patagonia Hotline Top - Women’s
or check the rest of Patagonia’s apparel –
Up to 30% Off Patagonia at Backcountry.com
Patagonia is the most eco friendly apparel manufacturer. They have a material they named Capilene which is made of recycled polyester. Patagonia has also set up a program where you can bring in their clothes when you get bored of the style and they will recycle it into new garments. They have recently added organic cotton t-shirts, Polartec fleece and Patagonia fleece to the list of recyclables.
Patagonia helps out a Land Trust in South America where they are trying to conserve habitat with endangered species. Patagonia has sent employees to help with conservation efforts by for example sending them for 3 weeks in the spring and summer to pull fences and help with invasive species…
Patagonia buildings are also going eco friendly. Their new buildings are LEED certified by the U.S. government as green designed and energy efficient. They go with water efficient landscaping, reduce construction waste, use materials with recycled content among many things. The company website has a wealth of information on their environmental initiatives…
Up to 30% Off Patagonia at Backcountry.com
Rocky Chairs are rebuilt from old theater chairs. Each rocking chair is unique as they come from different theaters some from the 1950s some over 100 years old. Chairs are made of restored and stained wood with a cast iron frame. The rockers are made to order if needed.
Rocky Chairs or go through Nigel’s Eco Store
Sexy organic sustainable material t-shirts by Tees for change. All their shirts are made out of eco materials - 100% organic cotton or 70& bamboo/30$ organic cotton. They are dyed with low impact dyes and screen printed by hand with non-toxic water based inks. They are also made under sweatshop-free conditions in the U.S. and abroad.
Organic cotton is grown without pesticides and chemical fertilizers that harm workers and the environment. Sustainable bamboo grows like a fast growing weed and can be harvested sustainable. It has natural antibacterial properties, is grown without pesticides, and is 100% biodegradable
Available in light blue, green, pink, brown with the following earth friendly statements-
-choose happiness
-today matters
-stay strong
-laugh often
-chase dreams
-live mindfully
-live fully
-practice kindness
-seek balance
This ipod sound system stands out from all the other plastic ones out there. Its made out of sustainable wood material and it is stylish looking. Docking station will blend in nicely with all your other wood furniture and decor. Its small enough so as to save room too…
Also included are a wireless remote, ac adapter… Its not available at stores, only online..
Via Target. $179
Leave it on the window sill to charge up during the day. It self charges using solar power. Its also compact and easily stored. Makes a great green gift for that special man. Nice shiny silver finish with cap…
Via Jills Eco Store
