Who would do a better job protecting the environment as president? Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, or John McCain? A glance at the records the three senators have racked up over the last three years makes it pretty clear that either of the Democrats would be a greater advocate for the planet than the Republican. The […]
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EcoMoms Are Everywhere!
Moms have always been the most “eco” people on the planet. Now, they’re forming networks to help support each other’s efforts to “go green” in ways that are actually bring more women into the environmental movement. A recent story in the New York Times focused on the work the EcoMom Alliance is doing to […]
Oman Could Set an Example for the World
The Environment Society of Oman faces some real challenges. It wants to educate people in this beautiful Arabian Gulf country about the need to protect the environment, but very few people are interested in the message. It wants to encourage Omani consumers to use their marketplace clout to purchase products that have the least environmental […]
Shop On Sale
Organic cotton bed linens are luxurious but expensive – until they go on sale. Gaiam.com’s annual green sale is underway now, making organic bedding far more affordable. Sample: Organic wool comforters – normally $249; on sale for $201 Organic cotton pillow – normally $50; on sale for $37 Organic cotton flannel sheets – 20% off […]
Celebs Leave Their Mark on “Sustainable Hands of Fame” at Sundance Film Festival
Celebs attending the Sundance Film Festival dropped by our Sustainability Suite today and got a good dose of “eco” to take home with them (along with a few environmentally-friendly goodies). Highlights: WHO – Among those who dropped by were Bill Pullman (left, with me), the “president” in the blockbuster film “Independence Day” and Elle Fanning, […]
Women Are “The Deciders”
Hillary Clinton’s inspiring victory in the New Hampshire primary yesterday vindicates not only her message but the power women have to change the world. As news reports noted this morning, “The New York senator went from narrowly losing the women’s vote in Iowa to Barack Obama to swamping him in New Hampshire among females, […]
Tennessee Joins the One-in-a-Million Campaign
Do you live in Tennessee? The Tennessean, which bills itself as “Middle Tennessee’s No. 1 Online News Source,” has invited its readers to join the Big Green Purse One-in-a-Million campaign. The campaign is urging women to shift $1,000 of their regular household spending to environmentally friendly products. If you’re interested in being part of the […]
Big Green Purse Principles Can Help You Make the Right Eco-Choices
When should you spend your money to protect the planet – and when should you keep it in your purse? Given the thousands of green products being introduced these days, and the vague marketing claims being used to sell them, you don’t want to blow your budget just to keep up with the newest “eco,” […]