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Powered Green
We set out to give people the tools to make an impact that extends far beyond themselves, and we’re proud to say that in just ten months Powered Green supporters have helped stop more than 1,228,000 pounds of CO2 from reaching the atmosphere.
It’s time to work together to stop needless pollution and help fight global warming. When you wear Powered Green gear or display an Energy Seal on your computer you’re making a statement that you don’t just care, you’re taking direct action to help make the world a cleaner, greener place. Green Your Laptop
Your support directly benefits the local and national renewable energy projects (http://www.poweredgreen.com/projects/), offsets energy from polluting fossil fuel power plants, and helps stop millions of pounds of CO2 and other pollutants from reaching our atmosphere. Take action and express your involvement in working toward a greener future! http://www.poweredgreen.com
Big Tree Organic Farms
Take a look at our wide variety of Organic Almond products. All of our Organic products come directly from California family farms and are Certified Organic (California Certified Organic Farmers) and Certified Kosher (Northern California Kosher). http://www.bigtreeorganic.com/BigTreeOrganicFarms
Mr. Ellie Pooh
Mr. Ellie Pooh’s paper products are 100% recycled. They are made up of 75% elephant dung, 25% post consumer paper. There are no toxic chemicals used in our paper making process. Natural vegetative binding agents, along with water-soluble salt dyes for coloring are used. Mr. Ellie Pooh’s papers are handmade, acid free and as organic as it gets. http://www.mrelliepooh.com
WomanCraft
WomanCraft, a social enterprise of Heartland Human Care Services, located in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood, uses recycled office paper and reclaimed flowers to create unique, sustainable, handmade paper products, such as wildflower seed notecards, memory books, gift tags, frames and custom wedding invitations.
WomanCraft provides artisan positions and transitional jobs to women facing barriers to employment, so that they may earn income, improve job skills, build a work history and increase economic self-sufficiency. www.womancraft.net
Koru Street
The koru spiral, a Maori symbol that represents an opening fern leaf, represents a new beginning. At Koru Street, we give new beginnings to waste materials, neighborhoods and lives. But ecofriendly doesn’t have to be boring! Our stylish and fun purses, wallets and messenger bags are created from plastic bags and discarded inner tubes. Stationery is fashioned from elephant dung (no, it doesn’t smell!) and embellished with fun, modern designs. Many of these items are imported as fair trade items and created by organizations around the world that help to provide sustainable employment for the local population. We’re constantly looking for more products that fit the bill, so check back often! www.korustreet.com
U-Turn 2 Tap
Providing consumers with safe & stylish alternatives to plastic products. The bottles are constructed of extremely durable and sustainable 304 food grade stainless steel and come with two high quality lids: a stainless steel screw top and a BPA free sport cap.
What’s in a name? U-Turn 2 Tap means making a U-Turn with our actions and becoming more conscious consumers. We aim to u-turn and stop using products that are used once and thrown away, only to sit in the ground for thousands of years. We aim to u-turn and stop this paying for bottled water insanity. We aim to u-turn and stop using products that fill our bodies with toxins that cause cancer. http://www.uturn2tap.com/
Wind Ridge Herb Farm
At Wind Ridge Herb Farm, we are dedicated to bringing you the highest quality products. We grow over 400 varieties of culinary and medicinal herbs without the use of chemical fertilizers.
We carry a complete line of herbal soaps, lotions, ointments, salves, oils, essential oils, aromatherapy quality potpourri, garden accents, and antiques. In addition, we also offer herbal teas, dips, and vinegars, which are all made with organic ingredients and are custom blended with taste and health in mind. http://www.windridgeherbfarm.com/
Pax4u
Whether you’re traveling, hiking or working your way through an active day, Pax4u hip bags are the hands-free way to keep essential items close. Ergonomically designed, they free your back, shoulders and neck from daily strain often caused by traditional over-the-shoulder bags and backpacks.
Made in the US of 100% ecologically responsible fabric, Pax4u combines fashion and function into one unique and comfortable bag. http://www.pax4u.com
E-cooler
E-cooler® was developed as a cost effective, environmentally responsible packaging solution after 8 years of extensive research and development. Finally a non Styrofoam cooler exists that gives industry leaders and consumers the option to support sustainable packaging initiatives.
- Environmental benefit: Using E-cooler products helps protect the environment and reduces landfill space.
- Economic benefit: E-cooler products generate revenue by recycling corrugated packaging and avoid expensive landfill cost.
- Social benefit: E-cooler products create awareness in your community about the importance of recycling and helps protect the earth for future generations.
Visit www.e-cooler.com for more details.
Viridian Energy
Viridian Energy was founded in March of 2009 and is a rapidly growing energy company. They provide an alternate energy supply option to the local utility. https://www.viridian.com/energygreenusa/Custom/Genealogy/EnrollCust.aspx
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