Pangea Has a Special Offer for ecofabulous Readers!
Date: December 8, 2008 | Category: Beauty, Body Care, Holiday & Gift, Skin Care, ecoMan
Talk about quadruple bottom line… a product that creates a profit, allowing for fair wages, supports the planet and now is good for your bottom line! Pangea Organics has a great gift idea to let you in on the joy of doing good while smelling good. After two years in development, Pangea just released a series of holiday gift boxes that actually grow Spruce Trees. Pretty smart, right? The “Harmony” Holiday gift set is featured in this year’s ecofabulous Holiday Gift Guide. (more…)
Wear your Mission
Date: November 11, 2008 | Category: Accessories, Bags, Children, Clothing, Fashion, Men, Shoes, Women, ecoMan
Mission Playground has a cool and comfortable clothing line for men, women and kids, as well as flip flops, belts and bags - made of sustainable materials.
The forest loving Air Freshener tee made of 100 percent organic cotton, available in white or brown, is an ecofab fave. It retails for $24. But if you are feeling extra generous, you might want to buy that special someone a Citizen’s Hoody for around sixty bucks.
Make it your mission to only invest in clothing that lasts long, looks good, and does good in the world!
Nike Kicks Waste to the Curb
Date: November 7, 2008 | Category: Clothing, Featured, Shoes, Travel & Leisure, ecoMan
If you partake in healthy leisure activities like walking, jogging or hiking, chances are you have at least one pair of worn out kicks lying around the house. Peek under the bed, dig into the back of the closet and prepare for a sneaker reincarnation, thanks to Nike’s Reuse-A-Shoe program.
When your sports shoes have lost their steam, bring them to a Reuse-A-Shoe drop-off location. With about 300 locations around the world, finding one near you shouldn’t be difficult. Each individual can donate up to 10 pairs of shoes at a time - and they don’t have to be Nike’s - so ask your friends and family to hand over their old sneaks and donate them all at once. Or, if you are feeling inspired, start a group shoe drive at your school or office. (more…)
Light of My Life
Date: November 4, 2008 | Category: Lifestyle, Tech, Travel & Leisure, ecoMan
Whether you love to camp, or just don’t get around to taking out the recycling until well past sundown, having a reliable flashlight on hand is key. Having one that isn’t a battery hog is just plain smart.
The BoGo flashlight is one-of-a-kind, featuring a solar panel which will juice up rechargeable batteries just by letting the flashlight get some exposure to the sun during the day, and super-bright LED bulbs light up the darkest night. The Bogo charges in 8 hours, and provides 4-5 hours of illumination. It also features a night glow strip, which will help you find your torch when you hear rustling outside in the middle of the night.
Plus, when you buy a BoGo flashlight, the company will donate one to someone in need, allowing you to light up your own life and someone else’s for just $39.
Fair Play
Date: November 4, 2008 | Category: Lifestyle, Toys, Travel & Leisure, ecoMan
The concept of playing fair has just gone far beyond the court. With the Respect basketball you can smoke the competition and look out for the welfare of workers and the world we all live in.
With an eco-certified rubber exterior and interior, this basketball from Fair Trade Sports is the only enviro-ball capable of increasing your street cred. The all-weather, high-grip surface, which retails for $19.99, allows for year-round fair play. Check out the full line of equipment on their site that at times feels like a mystery game. With a small amount of effort you will dribble away with the prize.
A Total Zero
Date: October 16, 2008 | Category: Bags, Children, Fashion, Featured, Men, Women, ecoMan
Our favorite eco-bag company, Rickshaw Bagworks, has just announced a product that might just revolutionize the satchel industry.
Made in San Francisco from domestically sourced materials, the aptly named ‘ZERO’ was designed to eliminate waste. Available in three sizes and in an array of colors, the ZERO bag combines minimalist design, monopolymer construction (translation: one material for easy recycling) and wasteless manufacturing to create a bag that is hip yet functional, all while reducing your ecological footprint.
These are by far some of the smartest sacks we’ve ever thrown over our shoulders. Maybe it’s time to secure some holiday gifts that will show your family and friends how much you care: Zero!
Wouldn’t it be nice if everything had Zero effect on the environment?
Mas Mojitos Por Omar!
Date: August 25, 2008 | Category: Body Care, Skin Care, ecoMan
Last week, ecofab teammate, Andrea brought in her scrumptious, vegan (though you’d never know it) Mojito cupcakes for a little taste test from her freshly-launched business, Come Hither Cupcakes. Suddenly I was craving the minty cocktail, but I cannot legally consume alcohol yet, so, imagine my delight when I discovered the Mojito Man shaving collection. The fresh citrus scent wafting from the beautiful packaging evokes sensational images of an afternoon in Puerto Vallarta (where I can get my drink on), while the organic blend of ingredients provide you with an anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial facial experience; the perfect solution to unsightly ingrown hairs. The M.M. repertoire includes a shave gel and scrub, moisture mist and an antique shaving brush. Can’t decide what to get? Pick up the gift box, which includes a bit of everything. In this Ecofabster’s opinion, Mojito Man is muy caliente! Best, Omar
Elsewhere on the Ecosphere…
Date: August 19, 2008 | Category: Events, Lifestyle, Transport, Travel & Leisure, ecoMan
Here are today’s picks for what’s wow in green. Enjoy!
Plug Into Green
Date: August 6, 2008 | Category: Lifestyle, Tech, ecoMan
Ever wonder how to consolidate that jumble of messy cables behind your desk? A new company called Green Plug is getting ready to debut an eco-friendly solution. Their universal power adapter will accommodate multiple USB cables to keep your cell phone, MP3 player, speakers, modems, laptop and more juiced and ready for action! Besides being sleek, Green Plug’s adapter is energy efficient, cutting power to individual devices once batteries are fully charged. Early adopters can get this eco-adapter for less than $100 starting in early 2009.
Easy Rider
Date: July 29, 2008 | Category: Lifestyle, Tech, Transport, ecoMan
Governor Kulongoski of Oregon recently made headlines for doing what so many eco-conscious residents in his state have done for years: He biked to work. Since most of us aren’t blessed with a two-mile commute and dedicated cycle paths, having a sturdy, portable set of wheels can mean the difference between hitting the gas pump and the pedal. STRiDA is making life in the bike lane more fun and fashionable.
