Friday, June 18th, 2010
Father’s Day is the perfect time of year to give Dad a green gift that he can use while allowing him to broadcast his environmentalism loud and proud. Plus, does he really need another ugly tie? Try these fun green gifts for your Dad this year…
Patagonia Men’s Eco Rain Shell Jacket, $125
This black two-layer waterproof and breathable rain shell represents the ultimate in sustainable style. It’s a perfect compliment to a fall hike or fishing trip with its rugged recreational comfort. It’s made of 100% recycled and recyclable polyester and is warm and durable.
Hourglass Cold Brew Coffee Make System, $49.95
This sleek space-age looking coffee maker uses no cords and no electricity. It has a lifetime stainless steel filter, is super portable and BPA free. In addition, by brewing in cold water, coffee results in 69.6% less acid, thus reducing heartburn and bitter tastes.
Bighorn Eco-friendly Backpack, $39
Made from PVC-free ballistic nylon this power pack is green friendly and coated with Environmental Pollution Omitting technology called Ecoweave. Ecoweave is an alternative to PVC chemicals and each backpack is free of chlorine, dioxin and other heavy metals. It’s also clean to recycle and creates H20 AND CO2 when burned.
Sunday, May 9th, 2010
A comedy romp that feels a little like “Dr. Doolittle” meets “The Great Outdoors,” Furry Vengeance stars an assortment of animatronics forest creatures along with humans, Brendan Fraser and Brooke Shields. This fun family film sends a message about saving the environment with a campy comedy spirit.
In the movie, a young real estate developer, Dan Sanders faces the retaliation of a gang of furry and winged animals determined to thwart his attempts to create a new housing subdivision. The gang’s leader, a super-savvy and determined raccoon, leads his animal tribe to fight Sanders and eventually teach him the consequences of destroying a part of the fragile ecosystem.
In connection with the film, there’s a social campaign afoot called ‘Take Part,’ which focuses on the importance of endangered species and habitat preservation. An online guide accompanying the movie offers ways to get involved with ‘Take Part’ as well as volunteer information and an activity guide. A customized package of activities and materials will be delivered to elementary students nationwide to get them involved and inspired to protect animals and their home habitats. The film teaches kids the ramifications of hurting the environment and how to be green, not mean.
Tuesday, April 20th, 2010
Jamie Lim loved the skyscrapers and bamboo scaffolding that she observed in Hong Kong during her teens. The beauty of the architecture provided her with the impetus to start her own sunglass line and her first collection was entirely based around bamboo. KAYU, which means “wood” in Malay was such a hit that the collection now includes a range of bags inspired by nature, which are intricately handcrafted and composed of straw and shell.
The eyewear is not only made of bamboo but fast-growing grass and other sustainable material. Women’s cooperatives and female entrepreneurs are responsible for the creation of the bags and glasses. KAYU donates all the funds for every pair of glasswear purchased to one-sight restoring surgery in the developing world. Now, that’s vision.
Check out our Green Giveaway this week, it is a pair of Kayu Sunglasses:Style, Rawa!
