Paper: solar industry not as clean as it needs to be

Hmm, it seems as though kicking this fossil fuel habit through renewables isn’t so straightforward after all: ... gas power — for cleaning reactors used in silicon production. “(A)s the solar PV sector expands ... window of opportunity to ensure that this extremely important industry is truly ‘clean and green,’ [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 17:39:59

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Moving From Rhetoric to Reality: Clean, Green Jobs

This article was written by Joel Makower in March 2008. We're republishing it here as part of our month-long editorial retrospective. The promise of the green economy and the clean-tech revolution is that they will bring a new wave of job opportunities — productive and respectable jobs at every part of the economic spectrum, [more...]

Date: 2008-09-30 17:48:20

Give the Gift of Clean

Wouldn’t it be great if you could give your friends and family a present that would keep their homes permanently clean and non-toxic? ... containers, a stainless steel water bottle, organic cookies, coupons for green home products ... the importance of making smart green decisions in the home, a soy candle, non-toxic all-purpose cleaner [more...]

Date: 2008-12-18 01:21:11

Jeffrey Hollender of Seventh Generation on “Really Real Authenticity” in Business.

Seventh Generation, the green cleaning products company out of Burlington Vermont, has long been one of my favorite companies? Why? Because it seems like their commitment to non-toxic products [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 18:15:29

What Eco / Green Household and Personal Cleaning Products Do I Use?

I get an awful lot of questions about what household products I use. Which dish soap do I use? What shampoo? What do I use to clean the floors? So I thought I should answer that, with the hope [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 02:12:42

Going Green Begins at the Kitchen Table

Introducing the Foodie Tots’ Sustainable Family Supper Project I started this blog to document our family’s efforts to eat healthier and more ... fish pesticides and dirty produce synthetic fertilizer and industrial farming doped up dairy (rBST ... organic compounds (VOCs) in cleaning products heavy metals and petroleum by-products Each week, we’ [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 17:37:20

O.C. ‘green’ firm gives 700,000 greenbacks to workers

Earth Friendly Products, a Garden Grove producer of environmentally friendly cleaning products, has given its 120 employees $700, ... s reputation for being expensive, we enable environmentally aware consumers to afford products ... 000 in Christmas bonuses.   The bonuses reflect Earth Friendly’s ability to defy sales woes [more...]

Date: 2008-12-28 14:00:04

Green Holiday Gift Ideas

BUDDHIWEAR APPAREL BuddhiWear was started by a mom entrepreneur and yoga instructor who was tired of the boring organic options out there and wanted ... at www.buddhiwear.com SEVENTH GENERATION CLEANING PRODUCTS Seventh Generation is committed to making products ... to create something that was fashionable, affordable, as well as environmentally conscio [more...]

Date: 2008-11-20 05:57:00

Green Vibrations

shop-green-sex-toys.jpg If zero waste is the ultimate goal, ... includes a line of “green” adult products) in return for every contribution. I’ve heard of E-waste. Does ... toys. Enter Dreamscapes LLC, which aims to turn red lights green by accepting (clean) used sex toys [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 23:07:28

as taken from the san francisco chronicle. lazily edited by me.

25 low-cost, maximum-impact tips for a green 2009Cameron Scott, Special to SFGate.comFriday, January 9, 2009 1 ... .  Done7. Stop buying expensive and toxic cleaning products. You can accomplish nearly all household cleaning and maintenance tasks with vinegar, baking soda, and boric acid. Download natural cleanser [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 20:52:34

Baby Girl Product and Green Nest Winner

Baby Girl Products Winner #2 Lisa @ Crazy Adventures in Parenting // Sep 24, 2008 at 4:36 pm They are so clever to have come up with their own formulations! I’m a cleaning fiend, I’ ... the organic baby toys! My baby would love those cotton balls or the wooden rattle, so adorable! Healthy [more...]

Date: 2008-09-29 14:11:20

Lifestyle - Solay Simple Makes Cleaning Easy and Eco-Friendly

solay simple cleaning products We’ve all purchased household cleaners that weren’t as effective as their commercials led us to believe, ... of salt. This natural cleaning agent is mixed with additional non-toxic ingredients like purified water ... of green cleaners also includes a fruit and veggie wash, laundry soap, dish soap and glass cleaner [more...]

Date: 2008-09-26 11:00:00

Shopping for the Green and Local - Online

GenGreenLife, National Geographic Green Guide and EVO.com partner to form new online portal to green products and services Looking for a carpet cleaner that doesn’t use all kinds of dangerous high-VOC cleaning products? Have a hunkering [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 23:59:32

Decor - Easy, Eco-Friendly Bathroom Cleaning

You know how after you clean your bathroom with harsh chemical products it reeks for days? ... your tub fresh, the Green Mandarin and Leaf shower cleaner by Seventh Generation is non-toxic ... Enzymes’ natural drain opener. This eco-alternative is a non-caustic, non-toxic and biodegradable way [more...]

Date: 2008-07-28 16:37:00

Happy “Healthy-n-Green” New Year!!

Be the Change you want to see in the World  - Ghandi As we start a New Year, ... ! Consider the cleaning products, pesticides, paints, building products, personal care products, hobbies [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 10:49:29

Luca Technologies Raises $76M for Coal Biotech

Colorado-based biotech firm Luca Technologies has raised a $75.9 million round of Series C financing, the company confirms with us today ( ... Perkin’s new “Green Growth Fund” and $40 million from One Equity Partners. Coal and natural gas ... have to do with cleaning up energy production? It’s a Band-Aid fix at best, but as Green Car Congress [more...]

Date: 2008-12-23 08:00:32

Clorox Green Works Wipes

Green Works from Clorox launched a new product this Monday, following its one year anniversary. Its Natural Biodegradable Cleaning Wipes are said to be made from 100% cellulose fibers, derived ... Clorox’s own brand, I see both products targeting different audience segments. Clorox’s strong [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 20:38:06

A Tale of Two Greens

A Tale of Two Greens Submitted by Brett Stevens on Mon, 10/13/2008 - 16:43 ... and then business as usual. Give to the poor. Vote. Use green products. It is in that latter that we see we live ... clean with a damp paper towel or disposable wet wipe. Sticky tape (such as duct tape) can be used [more...]

Date: 2008-10-13 16:43:05

Talkin' Trash

I know I feel better when I start reading blogs again and start feeling all activist-y ... up to. Fascinating.That led to talk about making your own non-toxic cleaning supplies and how ... is not the same as solving the problem.The green revolution in products is an interesting first step [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 18:46:00

Keeping Banned Materials Out Of The House

My wife and I have constantly been trying to get rid of toxic materials from our house as part of Our Green Year, and over 230 days into it, ... to the fumes. Some paint thinners and dry cleaning products also contain this. It should always be avoided ... wicks, white paint dust, soil outside homes and even in drinking water. Dry cleaning is very popular [more...]

Date: 2008-12-21 17:30:21

Ten Things I Really Don't Think YOU Know About ME

Kelly, I loved reading all those things about you! I was deeply, truly shocked by some of them. Dude, no tampons? Wha? ... to be as green as I can. I buy mostly organic and use all eco-friendly cleaning products, but once a week I freak out and scarf down McNuggets and fries and I've gone back to putting scrubbing bubbles chemical [more...]

Date: 2008-11-19 14:49:07

Carnivals, Festivals and Linklove

Paid Twice accepts that certain things have a sunk cost and just lets go of them. Wisebread asks if you’re an expert ... According to Mommy includes homemade cleaning products. We Take it Easy are a frugal Spanish ... for getting out of debt for those who spend more than they earn. Green Panda Treehouse is facing a car [more...]

Date: 2008-10-19 10:00:32

I'll Have a Green Christmas Without You, Chemicals!

dkMommy Spot is hosting an entire week of eco-friendly, chemical-free giveaways to celebrate her week of "Dreaming of a Green Christmas."Some of the giveaways includeA Seventh Generation Home Starter Cleaning Kit (LOVE their products ... Plan Toys Fire EngineBadger Balm Duo (love their chemical-free sunscreen)Down to Earth Toys veggie [more...]

Date: 2008-12-02 22:21:00

Green…Ish…More Chartreuse

It’s easy being green. Companies print T-shirts that say, “There is no planet B” or “SOS” with the O a picture of the globe ... t have and couldn’t ride if I did have one–a story unto itself). When the old grout in my shower ... my own mark and have my own style. Cleaning with reusable products as much as possible [more...]

Date: 2008-10-08 19:07:23

Greener skincare

After reading more and more about sustainable lifestyle I have to say a greener life is all about the small stuff ... d household cleaning chemicals green and are now working my way to my cosmetics and haircare products. I [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 21:01:41

Go green when dry cleaning says CaymanMama.com Press Release Service

A carcinogen called perchloroethylene is used during the dry cleaning process and has been reported to have harmful effects on both dry cleaner ... , that means sending the Calvin Klein and Gucci suits off to the dry cleaners for a heavy starch ... to get that sauce stain out of your favorite party dress is recycled, the captured by-product of various ind [more...]

Date: 2008-12-30 21:58:23

Consumers Won’t Be Fooled: Greenwashing Index Cleaning Up Advertising

We’ve hit the one-year mark for the Greenwashing Index, the online forum we created with partners at the University of Oregon, ... more time and money claiming to be green than actually implementing environmentally friendly practices ... , we hope it will drive advertisers to evaluate how they present green products and services [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 22:29:46

GREENING THE WEST - Obsessed with turning green

I’ve become seriously committed to this mission to reduce my carbon footprint, ... , but now I question how a floor-cleaning product with colour additives can keep grout perfectly white … ... . Now this may sound pathetic, but I love books with cleaning hints and tips; in fact, I’m addicted [more...]

Date: 2008-12-17 05:18:50

Travel Green Category Definitions

Travel Green Category Definitions New in 2009 we are including Travel Green Practices on our website. www.ExploreMinnesota.com ... HVAC annually, use HEPA filters, test air periodically, environmentally responsible cleaning, fume-free products, use low VOC materials. Eco-friendly landscape & facility design: minimize water [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 20:18:26

30 Days to Natural

Not long ago I posted about using Green Work products… as I started using them. Most recently mentioned, the anti-allergen spray ... + becoming greener! I think I’m worn out tho… from cleaning. Good thing I enjoy naps! I’m a bit under [more...]

Date: 2008-10-29 18:05:06

Environmental Working Group and Seventh Generation host a Conversation about Chemicals and our Children (with Dr. Alan Greene)-

A few weeks ago I posted about this forum taking place in Boston ... out of". For these we must rely on the Kid Safe Chemical Act (which I've written about many times here ... in current cleaning products, and reports about their safety, precautions and usage. This is a handy [more...]

Date: 2008-11-10 02:02:30

Hair Care without Chemicals

Hair Care without Chemicals posted by: Mel, selected from Natural Solutions magazine 10:33 am Have you resisted replacing the anything-but-natural hair styling products ... am Natural Floor Cleaning: Easy Greeningposted by: Melissa Breyer 10:24 am more in healthy & green [more...]

Date: 2008-11-17 21:00:20

Jessica Alba Opens Her Green Home To In Style Mag

When Jessica Alba was pregnant earlier this year, ... is covered in non-toxic Mythic paint. Additionally, Alba also has a salt-water pool, organic blankets, and non-toxic cleaning products. For baby, a crib and changing table made with sustainable wood [more...]

Date: 2008-10-22 15:38:18

iGo is Ready For CES 2009

iGo is famous for its multi-device chargers. They will introduce not one but seven new gadgets for the next year’s CES ... Outlet. These three products are equipped with iGo Green Technology to help you save money ... charger, iGo international travel adapter, iGo multi-card reader and iGo laptop cleaning kit. Press [more...]

Date: 2008-12-24 03:39:56

The Making of a Green Mom: Courteney Cox

Among my friends, I’m the "green" novice. I was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, which wasn’t as progressive a city as Los Angeles ... products—organic food, non-chemical shampoos, body lotions, and cleaning products. Don’t get me wrong [more...]

Date: 2008-12-14 11:32:00

NY Boat Show: Showing off Green Boating

I guess we've just spent too much time talking about green cars. Boats are getting jealous! ... on green(er) boating, including everything from plug-in hybrid boats to EPA approved cleaning products [more...]

Date: 2008-12-02 22:04:47

Product Review~Bissell Steam Mop

As you may or may not have noticed, I am always looking for ways to be both frugal AND green! ... have an attachment to steam-clean carpets, the Bissell can be used on hard floors only; it is safe for use ... cleaning right away — without the vacuum-like noise I expected. Like most steam mops, the Bissell works [more...]

Date: 2008-11-02 09:21:19

The 2030 Challenge Stimulus Plan: Salvation through energy efficiency

By Diane Porter Green Right Now When President-Elect Barack Obama spoke to the nation Jan ... in the environment. “To finally spark the creation of a clean energy economy, we will double the production [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 17:08:30

40 steps on the personal path to green

A few weeks ago, I asked readers, "If a friend decided they wanted to do something about the environment, ... products that are only made of things they can pronounce. Make your own non-toxic household cleaning ... is something that you really need. Understand the impact of the products that you buy [more...]

Date: 2008-08-26 07:00:00

13th Blogathon Prize: Mama Goes Green

New to SITS? Welcome!! Go read this to get started. Oh ladies.  I (Tiffany) just purchased from the next amazing shop! ... is really important to us.Especially if they are offering great products to care for your family! I purchased the Non-Toxic Cleaning Set and a Twist Euro Sponge.  To make it even better [more...]

Date: 2008-10-15 00:02:12

Greening Hospitals to Heal the Sick

Do we go to hospitals to get sick? It can seem that way ... have been built with PVC flooring, conventional paint and other toxic products that leach carcinogens and pollutants into the air. Plus, the harsh cleaning chemicals used in hospitals (strong detergents [more...]

Date: 2008-12-26 11:00:05

Pothole Killers to Introduce Their 'Green' Solution to Pothole Repair at The National League of Cities Exposition in Orlando

Pothole Killers Presenting New Eco Friendly Spray Injection Pothole Repair Technology MORRISVILLE, Pa., Oct. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) ... . Using the PK2000 Patcher, equipped with an environmentally designed HPA re-circulation cleaning ... using recycled materials, with existing application, to create an environmentally safe product [more...]

Date: 2008-10-10 14:29:37

Review: Baby Girl Products (contest and review, 29th)

When I was searching for things that would be neat to have for our green month here at Momdot, my Mom told me about a couple of local girls (in the Tampa area) that had created these all natural, non chemical, earth friendly cleaning ... a glass cleaner and an all purpose cleaner at my house for myself to review!  What service [more...]

Date: 2008-09-24 19:45:56

How to Shop Green to Save Money

The economy is in sad shape and the environment is not much better ... many household products that can help cut the monthly expenses. When you are doing yard work ... what you would think. The first thing to look at for saving money is your cleaning supplies. The average family [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 14:48:59

The Standard

Last week I saw Cody Utzman back at Brooklyn Label. Which actually explains why it was a mob scene for brunch. And he's still got Papacito's popping ... cotton, or natural cleaning products--in fact, you'll find all of them prominently displayed ... , fresh food, and shelves filled with local products, it's hard to know where to start. Not to mention [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 02:01:00

New Preserve Kitchenware - Review

I'm a fan of recycling. That much you probably already know from my previous blog post about the recycled but oh-so good Preserve Toothbrush ... is the environmentally-friendly way to cook, prep and store a family’s healthy meals. Equally inspiring ... . I feel it's important to do my little part in cleaning up this Earth. Using the same philosophy [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 15:14:00

Very specific ingredients to avoid

Busby SEO Test Something as simple and ordinary as cleaning your clothes in a washing machine can have serious repercussions. The chemicals used in these cleaning agents are hardly user-friendly. In fact, many of them ... been banned or restricted due to their noxious side effects. One such common chemical found [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 14:27:43

Companies that Carbon Offset

I have been doing carbon offsets of various sorts for 2 years now, trying to make sure my family is carbon neutral or better ... Homegrown Foods Stoneyfield Farms Seventh Generation (we buy lots of their paper and cleaning products) An Inconvenient Truth Here is the list from Carbonfund.org. There are, quite wonderfully [more...]

Date: 2008-12-13 17:09:39

Some of Life's Little Setbacks

I find it hard to believe that I haven't written anything here since Christmas and that seems like a very long time ago ... is abundant, cleaning is done by a competent staff and cable TV is included--we spent the time cleaning up some old, or I should say antique--it sounds better--furniture. We buffed and polished a pair [more...]

Date: 2009-01-17 20:39:00

Watkins Natural Plant-Based Cleaners by Linda Carter

**Due to higher than usual orders, Watkins liquid laundry detergent and toilet bowl cleaner are temporarily unavailable ... years ago, Watkins made a huge mistake. Well, at least that's what I thought. The entire cleaning ... few are still available but not listed in the catalog).Instead, all the "new" cleaners were chemical [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 14:00:00

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