Buying

1. Green pocket guides

   By Huddler's Green Home Community Posted Wed Aug 20, 2008 12:06pm PDT for huddlergreenhome

   

   Trying to remember which fish is sustainable, what cosmetic product is safe, or which veggie you should buy organic? Get one of these guides for your wallet or cell phone, and you can be green on the go. Read full post »

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   • Organic,
   • Veggies,
   • Plastic

2. EcoGeek’s guide to going back to school with style

   By Jaymi Heimbuch Posted Tue Aug 19, 2008 2:21pm PDT for ecogeek

   

   From computers, routers, and hard drives to school uniforms, pencils, and backpacks, get ready for class with eco-friendly flair this year. Read full post »

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   • Education,
   • Electronics,
   • Computers,
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   • Paper

3. Energy-efficient laptops for back to school

   By Forecast Earth Correspondent Don Willmott Posted Mon Aug 18, 2008 11:30am PDT for forecastearth

   

   Five laptops make the grade for low energy use, reduction of hazardous materials, recyclability, and minimal packaging. Read full post »

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   • Computers,
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4. Greening your school supplies

   By Forecast Earth Correspondent Jenn Savedge Posted Mon Aug 11, 2008 2:10pm PDT for forecastearth

   

   You may pay a little bit more, but eco-friendly paper, pencils, and art supplies are a nontoxic contribution to your kid's and the planet's well-being. Read full post »

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5. Solar bags go bling

   By Jaymi Heimbuch Posted Fri Aug 8, 2008 2:09pm PDT for ecogeek

   

   Finally, a solar-powered bag that's fashionable and looks worth the money. With sleek solar panels and an internal USB port, this purse could make designer bags passe. Read full post »

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   • Fashion,
   • Electronics,
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6. SunLight is giving away 500 solar flashlights

   By Hank Green Posted Mon Jul 21, 2008 10:43am PDT for ecogeek

   

   Bloggers, humanitarians, and more are eligible to get a free flashlight. Or simply buy one, and a free one will be given to people in need. Read full post »

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7. Beady little plastic doesn't make your skin smooth

   By Trystan L. Bass Posted Fri Jul 18, 2008 7:52am PDT for greenpicks

   

   Some facial scrubs use teeny beads of polyethylene plastic to help clean out your pores. Eww! Read full post »

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   • Nature,
   • Pollution

8. Clean-tech investing for EcoGeeks

   By Tom Konrad Posted Thu Jul 17, 2008 2:46pm PDT for ecogeek

   

   Advice for picking innovations that will build your portfolio while helping the planet. Read full post »

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   • Finances,
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9. Greenpeace ranks Sony Ericsson at top

   By Peg Fong Posted Thu Jul 3, 2008 8:08am PDT for ecogeek

   

   Looking for a new phone, computer, or gaming gadget? Pick the greenest of them all. Read full post »

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   • Recycling,
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10. Living with 100 things

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Tue Jul 1, 2008 10:38am PDT for greenpicks

    

    One blogger attempts to live with only 100 things for a whole year. Could you do it? Read full post »

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