In a previously posted article, The Green Guide, Preserve Food Storage was briefly mentioned as the greenest storage product available. The Preserve team is a dedicated group of people who have done more than make 100% recycled storage products, they have developed ways to recycle #5 plastics, an essential step toward a greener America, which very few companies provide.
The Preserve products are all made from #5 plastic that would otherwise go straight to the dump. The company makes personal care products (razors, toothpicks, and toothbrushes), tableware (plates and cutlery), and other kitchen items (measuring
Portland, OR
by Jaclyn Abergas July 23rd, 2009 | Environment, Transportation Tips
Hoping to live green when you visit Portland, Oregon? Visit these establishments that will aid you in green living.
1. Double Tree Hotel
Double Tree Hotel is Portland's first sustainable hotel by achieving the Green Seal certification, cementing their green reputation. As a green and sustainable hotel, they have reduced their overall waster disposal, successfully diverted their kitchen water into compost, significantly reduced the use of water and paper, reduced total energy consumption (with the help of the employee mass transit, among others), established a property-wide recycling program, supports local farmers and growers by using their items in the hotel, and is
1. Double Tree Hotel
Double Tree Hotel is Portland's first sustainable hotel by achieving the Green Seal certification, cementing their green reputation. As a green and sustainable hotel, they have reduced their overall waster disposal, successfully diverted their kitchen water into compost, significantly reduced the use of water and paper, reduced total energy consumption (with the help of the employee mass transit, among others), established a property-wide recycling program, supports local farmers and growers by using their items in the hotel, and is
LEED certification
by Bea July 16th, 2009 | Environment, Websites
Northeastern University recently has been boasting and raving about its new resident hall complex, International Village. A soon-to-be home to 1200 students, International Village is Northeastern's newest source of pride. It will contain a dining hall (complete with a sushi bar), a cardiovascular gym, artwork from students, screens displaying Northeastern University students who are working and studying from all over the world, gender neutral housing on a few specific floors, and best of all, it is green certified.
Also known as having a LEED certification, International Village is one of many buildings in the world that has been certified. LEED is a
Also known as having a LEED certification, International Village is one of many buildings in the world that has been certified. LEED is a
Green Life in Seattle, WA
by Jaclyn Abergas July 9th, 2009 | Easy Ideas, Environment, Recycle, Reuse, Shopping
Dropping by Seattle, Washington? Be sure to check out these eco-friendly places.
1. Alexis Hotel
Alexis Hotel, in Seattle is part of the Kimpton Hotels and an active participant in the EarthCare: Eco Program designed to take care of the earth through responsible practice. As part of the EarthCare program, they promise to deliver premium guest experience while practicing and using earth-friendly products and services. All their corporate collaterals are printed on recycled paper using soy-based ink. All complimentary coffee at the lobby is organic, shade/grown or fair trade. They implement recycling programs for bottles, cans, papers, etc. Recycling bins are provided
1. Alexis Hotel
Alexis Hotel, in Seattle is part of the Kimpton Hotels and an active participant in the EarthCare: Eco Program designed to take care of the earth through responsible practice. As part of the EarthCare program, they promise to deliver premium guest experience while practicing and using earth-friendly products and services. All their corporate collaterals are printed on recycled paper using soy-based ink. All complimentary coffee at the lobby is organic, shade/grown or fair trade. They implement recycling programs for bottles, cans, papers, etc. Recycling bins are provided
A Green Gift Idea
by Michele July 7th, 2009 | Environment, Shopping
Whether you need a present for a "hard-to-buy-for" person or just are looking for a different idea, you might have considered donating money to a good cause. What if this donation also helped the planet? That is exactly what Trees for a Change does.
Trees for a Change was founded by Kim Isley and has arranged for the planting of trees since July 2007. As their website notes, "Our trees are planted and cared for by Forest Service tree experts who specialize in reforestation. They choose which National Forests can benefit the most from our program."
Sales for these trees have
Trees for a Change was founded by Kim Isley and has arranged for the planting of trees since July 2007. As their website notes, "Our trees are planted and cared for by Forest Service tree experts who specialize in reforestation. They choose which National Forests can benefit the most from our program."
Sales for these trees have
