This was a first for me, I have never before heard of an eco-friendly umbrella. But it is about time! Green Home has put one of the first eco-friendly umbrellas onto the market. Unlike your typical non-biodegradable umbrella this one is made from recycled plastic and shredded wood. The fabric is made from recycled plastic which reduces air pollution and is made without poisonous toxins.

ECOtrend Collagen Natural Interior Paint is a zero VOC, virtually odorless formula that doesn't compromise on performance. ECOtrend is considered a healthy paint because of its natural collagen binder and mineral additives for mold and mildew resistance as well as for generating negative ions which further enhance indoor air quality.

According to the EPA, indoor air can be 3-5 times more polluted than outdoor air. With the biggest culprit of indoor air pollution being paint, it is important to choose the healthiest paint for you and your family.

Came across this list of the best green gear for outdoor activities and they have some pretty cool stuff! For example, the SteriPEN. Boiling water when you're camping or hiking is now a thing of the past thanks to this new "green" gadget. The purpose of boiling your water is to kill a microorganism called Cryptosporidium. This microbe is known to make most people extremely and can lead to death for those with a weak immune system. When used as directed the palm sized SteriPEN is just as effective as boiling water, it's pocket size and it's solar powered.

The right solar gadgets can save your life, if you are prepared. There are many tools, medical kits, and other life saving equipment out there, but are you choosing the right ones. A lot people stock up on batteries, which end up in spending a lot on batteries. The main reason that people are stocking up on batteries are for flashlights, lanterns, other portable electronics, well today I will tell you one tool that can and will save your life.

If you've been having trouble finding eco-friendly products or companies look no further because I have found the solution to your problem. I came across this site LivingECHO who has been working hard to pull together a directory of eco-friendly products and companies. Not only do they have an extensive directory of listings but you can also purchase products directly though the LivingECHO website.

The Solar Surge from Novothink is a charger meant for the Ipod Touch and Iphone. I purchased one about a month ago, and I personally love it. And no it is not because I am selling it. I love it because, I like to browse the internet, listen to music, and listen to podcasts while I am out living life. And I hate having to be at my computer to charge it when it runs out of power.

Many states are going through energy deregulation, which means consumers can choose their electric supplier. Many suppliers offer lower rates than your utility (which will lower your bill each month). Some provide a higher percentage of their energy from renewable sources, up to 100%, so we can be green! Visit your state's public utility website for suppliers and their renewable content and rates.

I'm in Connecticut and switched to Viridian, offering one of the lowest rates and 20% renewable content (vs 12% state average). CT residents can enroll now at www.Get-Viridian.com

While I realize the holiday season has just passed, I felt I had to share this interesting find. If you're an "green" girl or know one you'll want to check out the top 5 eco-friendly holiday dresses. Not only are they eco-friendly but they're fashionable! Check out the Top 5 Eco-Friendly Holiday Dresses.

Interested in starting a garden? Or maybe you already have one. I came across this article about eco friendly gardening products. Make sure you're doing everything you can to reduce your carbon footprint. Check out these products.

Every year we are seeing a slow progress towards the effort to go green. Companies are constantly finding ways to improve their products to be more eco friendly. The latest is eco friendly gadgets are items such as a bamboo ipod dock or a television with a stand by mode to save energy. Check out this article for more cool eco friendly gadgets like these.

This is amazing! Ecoist has put those extra candy wrappers that manufacturers throw out to good use. Purses! That's right purses made from unused candy wrappers. Each one is an original and limited edition since there is only so much material of each pattern. What a unique gift to give this holiday season!

Check out the handbag collection by Ecoist.

Fisker Automotive is a green American premium sports car company with a mission to create a range of beautiful environmentally friendly cars that make environmental sense without compromise.

t the Frankfurt Auto
Show, Hyundai Motor Company unveiled two important eco-friendly cars that
display its commitment to improve energy efficiency and to lower the
greenhouse gas emissions of its vehicles.

Sacs of Life recognizes the global need for change and
we are committed to creating quality products we are proud of. We have
developed shopping and travel “systems” that are environmentally-friendly and meet the specific needs of our consumers’ busy lifestyles.

R Martin bikes at www.rmartinbikes.com has a number of electric bicycles and mopeds at great prices. I personally ride the LX1 which is a great value with the 36v lithium battery pack.

Their lithium packs are recyclable. But the best part is that they last for years. You can ride to the store, school, library, or around thye neighborhood for pennies. 

The bikes ride like regular bikes and have the added value of the electric motor that makes these an alternative to cars and buses for transportation.

Looking for quality  hemp clothing? Well I've found the perfect place for you! The company is named Mountains of the Moon. They carry everything from casual wear to night-on-the-town evening wear. If you'd like to check out their site go to http://www.fullmoonfamily.com/home.html

Looking for recycled products from jeans to bags? This place has everything. They provide environmentally friendlt promotional products. You should check them out at http://www.planetfriendlypromos.com/shop/

this thing is so cool!! no more getting your hands all nasty when opening your trash can or recycling bin. this bin is touchless!! it holds up to 16 gallons of waste. this is definetely going on my wish list. http://www.greenandmore.com/touchless-recycling-center-trash-bin.html?navContext=ln_kitchen

Despite introducing a 25 cent discount for using your own mug or flask, Starbucks hands out 50,000 paper cups a day! Although their paper cups are made from recycled material, they cannot be recycled again because of the wax coating that holds the fluid in the cup.

Looking for organic baby and toddler products? You can find just about anything at www.bambinoland.com. Anything from wooden toys and puzzles to organic and BPA-free. Bambino Land also has a gift registry for those special ocassions.

I was floored when I heard that of Phillips total sales for 2008, 25% were eco-friendly. That is amazing.

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Great new natural choice for the laundry room that is not only effective at cleaning, but cost effective, too. Priced competitively with traditional detergents, but made from all natural ingredients, Selestial Soap's motto is "Saving the Planet Within Your Budget". Selestial Soap is non-toxic and hypoallergenic. Doesn't contain phosphates, optical brighteners, perfumes or dyes.

This is one of the craziest things I have ever seen. A 1000 horespower super car. With the way it would be torked out (like an RC car) this thing probably hits a hundred in 4 seconds.

I am a huge fan of the Sigg water bottles. They are stylish and they cut down on all that plastic bottle waste. I found a site with a bottle finder that makes it so easy to go through all of their styles and sizes. Its www.onlinefitness.com.  Hope you guys get yours, I'm loving mine!

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Yeah, I know, now you have to worry about good storage containers to go green. That is not what we are saying. What we are saying is the next time you are out buying tupperware, you can think a little greener before you make the decision.

Here is the start of an article over at riverwired.com, with a link to the full article below:

Have you seen the specs on the new tesla? Nuts!

By the numbers the roadster rocks: 0-60 mph in under four seconds; top speed125 mph (electronically limited); and most important, a range of more than 200 miles on a single charge.