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Have an old sweater that's just lost its charm over the years? Give it a new life as a sweet scarf. If you lack the knitting skills to DIY then ask Haik Avanian's mom to do it for you. But do it soon because that's just what she's making this month... next month it might be a beanie, iPod case, cut-off gloves or socks. Send your sweater to Reknit and vote for what she should reknit next month.
http://incrediblethings.com/style-and-gear/reknit-sweaters-turned-scarves/Have an old sweater that's just lost its charm over the years? Give it a new life... more
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Growing up in Southern California, Spencer Brown has always been a self-proclaimed tree-hugger. In 2005, during a move across town, Spencer was shocked to see the large amount of cardboard and packing materials that were used in his move. Luckily, his frustration gave way to creating the first earth friendly moving company, Rent-A-Green Box. The flagstone of his company is the RecoPack, a lightweight, stackable container made from recycled plastic. They are rented, not sold, to people moving their belongings, delivered to the customer’s old home by trucks powered by vegetable oil, then picked up at the new home after they’ve served their purpose. Spencer estimates that you can cut moving costs in half by using a green moving company as opposed to the standard practices. Hmmm, saving money and protecting the environment…seems like a no-brainer! Susan sits down with Spencer to talk about the future of this much-needed and growing industry.Growing up in Southern California, Spencer Brown has always been a self-proclaimed... more
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If you compare the shape of umbrellas and skirts I guess someone could say they have a little something in common. That someone is Cecilia Felli who has discovered that umbrella material is the perfect candidate for upcycling into skirts and dresses. Since umbrellas have a tendency to break down when you need them most, there’s no shortage of old umbrella material lying around and the concept is so simple most people can create their own umbrella skirts.
http://www.whitespace.bz/ws/web/forms/pulse/PulseMainArticle.aspx?id=341If you compare the shape of umbrellas and skirts I guess someone could say they have a... more
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These are made with either organic cotton or scraps from big manufacturers. It was great to meet and connect with Jeph. On top of that they're fair trade, they help their workers with loans and they're a Certified Green Business!These are made with either organic cotton or scraps from big manufacturers. It was... more
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Good office space can be hard to come by, and even then it doesn’t come cheap. Orange County printing company MVP found a creative, affordable and convenient alternative – they turned part of an industrial warehouse into office space. Of course, being a warehouse, it wasn’t equipped with fancy things like private offices, climate control, and break rooms. MVP’s solution? They grouped ten 20-foot shipping containers inside the warehouse to serve as offices.
http://www.whitespace.bz/ws/web/forms/pulse/PulseMainArticle.aspx?id=332Good office space can be hard to come by, and even then it doesn’t come cheap.... more
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Not sure what to do with that tin can once its contents have become part of your dinner? You could always recycle it, or maybe re-use it and add a little industrial chic to your living space.Not sure what to do with that tin can once its contents have become part of your... more
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Hollywood is known for its excess, but it appears that several film studios are reigning it in, at least where the environment is concerned. A recent report from the Solid Waste Task Force claims movie studios diverted 63% of their solid waste to recycling plants instead of landfills. This ‘solid waste’ is classified as things such as sets, and that 63% easily translates to 40.2 million pounds of waste. That’s a lot. It means Hollywood reduced enough emissions to equal the removal of 7, 315 cars from the road.Hollywood is known for its excess, but it appears that several film studios are... more
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Video report: McDonald's golden arches are going green, reports CNBC's Sharon Epperson.Video report: McDonald's golden arches are going green, reports CNBC's... more
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This man-made island floats on 100,000 recycled plastic bottles, has its own beaches and is capable of being moved and docked to any place your heart desires. Known as Spiral Island, this creation is the second of its kind. The original floated its beach-covered bamboo and plywood base on 250,000 plastic bottles. Over 50 feet in diameter, the first Spiral Island was equipped with a multistory home, solar oven, self-composting toilet, and the usual flora you might expect of a tropical isle. Sadly, the original Spiral Island was destroyed in a hurricane just a few years ago.This man-made island floats on 100,000 recycled plastic bottles, has its own beaches... more
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So Elsewhere reveals one of the most stylish travel bags to date... and they are all made out of recycled plastic. Check it out!So Elsewhere reveals one of the most stylish travel bags to date... and they are all... more
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Envirobank is planning to turn the vending model on its head with their reverse vending machines. These contraptions look similar to average vending machines, but they’re designed to accept, clean and crush recyclable materials. Individuals who recycle, say a plastic bottle, will receive coupons, cash credit or vouchers from the machine to be used at neighboring shops.Envirobank is planning to turn the vending model on its head with their reverse... more
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What does the future hold for the traditional billboard? There are so many ways for advertisers to reach people with today’s technology, haven’t they become practically obsolete? What’s more is that with each billboard that goes up there’s an increasing economic and environmental impact from the cost of transportation and recycling of old signage. One solution to the problem, as proposed by Front Architects, suggests transforming billboard structures into small homes that just so happen to be located in some really interesting placesWhat does the future hold for the traditional billboard? There are so many ways for... more
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Overwhelmed with the enormous task of recycling, I decided to created from materials that were in my kitchen instead of going my local art supply store. Because of the way I create with the materials they are not easily depicted, so I started making videos. When I would tell people that I was using trash as my medium, it was hard for them to understand and visualize. Only through my videos (however poorly produced and unedited) was I able to inspire others to reexamine materials that would otherwise go to the landfills or recycling plants.Overwhelmed with the enormous task of recycling, I decided to created from materials... more
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Upcycle an old wine bottle into an eclectic porch gas lamp for around $5...
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Greenpeace has had quite a bit of coverage of late on TreeHugger with their latest actions of climbing Mount Rushmore to put pressure on politicians regarding climate change, and climbing to the roof of HP to get the company to remove toxins from their products. We wondered whether some of their actions would have impact. Well, here is one campaign Greenpeace has been pushing that has resulted in positive change. Thanks to their Kleercut campaign against Kimberly-Clark - makers of Kleenex, Scott and Cottonelle brands - the company has resolved to get all of its wood fiber for tissue products from environmentally responsible sources.
Working with Greenpeace on a new set of supply chain standards, the company has enhanced the Endangered Forests and increased the use of both Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified fiber and recycled fiber. By 2011, Kimberly-Clark will ensure that 40% of its North American tissue fiber is either recycled or FSC certified, and the larger goal is to get to 100%.
"We are committed to using environmentally responsible wood fiber and today's announcement enhances our industry-leading practices in this area," said Suhas Apte, Kimberly-Clark Vice President of Environment, Energy, Safety, Quality and Sustainability. "It is our belief that certified primary wood fiber and recycled fiber can both be used in an environmentally responsible way and can provide the product performance that customers and consumers expect from our well-known tissue brands. We commend Greenpeace for helping us develop more sustainable standards."
Congrats, Greenpeace, on a victory for forests. Considering the sheer amount of tissue products sold by Kimberly-Clark, this is a substantial improvement.Greenpeace has had quite a bit of coverage of late on TreeHugger with their latest... more
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Comprised of high-quality materials all around, the slides that are used in each unique bag have been gathered and grouped by all kinds of themes including regional collections, specific trips and world tours. Customers can also send in their own slides to have a personalized, customized one-of-a-kind bag created for them. Each slide is individually vacuum-sealed off-site to ensure an archival seal and shipped back for sale.Comprised of high-quality materials all around, the slides that are used in each... more
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"Henry Miller’s Theater, the first newly built Broadway house in more than 20 years — and the first so-called green theater on the Great White Way — has completed major construction and is set to open in September with Roundabout Theater Company’s revival of the musical “Bye Bye Birdie.”
The 1,055-seat theater, on 43rd Street between Avenue of the Americas and Broadway, was built on the site of a theater planned by the actor Henry Miller, which opened in 1918. Over the decades, the original theater fell into disrepair and was used as a movie house and a disco before Roundabout produced the musical “Cabaret” there in 1998, followed by a run of “Urinetown.”
“The first time I came inside the old theater, it was a porno palace,” said Douglas Durst, president of the Durst Organization, which with Bank of America rebuilt the theater alongside the bank’s new 55-story tower at One Bryant Park.
Recycled materials were used in the wall panels and baseboard; waterless urinals are used in the men’s washroom to reduce consumption of potable water; and local materials were used in the marble flooring and countertops, among other touches.""Henry Miller’s Theater, the first newly built Broadway house in more than... more
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My buddy and I have been a fan of Current for ages now and felt it was the perfect time to join the family. Especially with a video opportunity such as this.
Even though we are two guys, what we found compelling about ALMAY Pure Blends was the fact that a new generation product was available that was using an average of 44% recycled materials in the packaging; moreover, the product itself uses 95% natural ingredients including fruit and flower extracts. How can you go wrong?
We are Co-Creators of Roving Festival Writer (TheRFW.com), and this summer tour season, we're responsible for providing the backstage gift bags for musicians and festival organizers at music festivals like Bonnaroo and ROTHBURY. Concentrating on green and eco-friendly products and brands with our sponsor Rock 'n Renew, we found this to be something we wanted to explore. And we're glad we did!My buddy and I have been a fan of Current for ages now and felt it was the perfect... more
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Not sure what to do with all those shipping containers laying around the ship yard?
Build a house with them.Not sure what to do with all those shipping containers laying around the ship yard?... more
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