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with the growth in popularity of green and woodland burials ,most burial sites do not have headstones most use small markers,so a sustainable green oak memorial bench with a hand carved personalised inscription may be the perfect way of remembering a loved one,www.benchmemorials.co.uk has a range of hand made oak memorial benches,they also design and make bespoke memorial seating for any setting.
Hello readers, Its pure bliss when you are an artist with a purpose. When art, fashion, functionality,and green combine together, its sheer magic! and that's what the green groovy is all about! Creating chic handpainted jute accessories for everyone-Whether you are a green fashionista or not, you are bound to like what we have to offer. Do take a peek at www.thegreengroovy.com and check back for new fall and winter collections. Our stuff makes great green gifts!We have lotsa new product additions and new ideas always in the making. Lots of exciting shows lined up as well for the year and our stage is set! Camera, lights, action.....will be back soon again with more fun green art-Som@thegreengroovy
Pot of Gold Skin Balm is 100% natural skin relief. Apart from being a very effective skin balm, helping with all sorts of skin problems, it is made from only natural ingredients that have active properties, i.e help in aiding the skin. No fillers. Plus they make the effort to use guilt free ingredients, with the palm oil used coming from sustainable sources - no Orangutans harmed.
Klargester launch the Envirosafe Advanced sewage treatment systems with more optimum levels of purification than the Biodisc and Biotec, for residential, leisure and commercial applications. •A range of performance options for differing influent and effluent qualities •Can meet specific consent requirements including ‘Total Nitrogen’ •One piece tank for ease of installation •EN 12255-3 Certified •Lower maintenance with low running costs Tel. 01757 288022
Oasis Rainwater Harvesting systems enable rainwater to be used for flushing toilets, laundry, garden and outdoor uses without adding to your water bills. Why use expensive drinking water to flush the toilet when rain is free? Rainwater contains no calcium, so windows dry streak-free, laundry requires the minimum of detergent as the water is soft and toilets never suffer from the dreaded limescale. Our tanks are a one piece construction, made in the UK.
For Immediate Release Portland, OR, May 27, 2010— What is all the buzz about green business? Ecotrain Media Group is a year-old Portland based, national green business that is pursuing to answer these questions while showcasing their trials and tribulations in a newly launched green business seminar series called “Mind Your Own Green Business” Ecopreneur 20.10. This new educational service is just in time for businesses across the country to participate in the nations call to action for a sustainable future. Ecopreneur 20.10 presents a new way of thinking while providing the latest trends, insights, and necessities of starting your own green business. This seminar service eliminates the need of initial green business diligence by answering the questions you have by stepping you through the most useful and compiled green professional resource on the market today; the 2010.2011 Ecotrain Green Career Guide Almanac.
Steenbergs has rebranded all its loose leaf tea range into black bespoke tins, embossed on the top with colourful labels. In addition Steenbergs organic chai teas have become Fairtrade and the range has been expanded. For the first time, Steenbergs is also providing teas in larger amounts sold in black bulk pouches from 250g to 2 kilo. The three chai (spiced) teas that have become Fairtrade as well as organic are green chai, black chai and Christmas tea. There are nine in the core Steenbergs range including: Organic green tea with peppermint Organic Fairtrade English Breakfast tea Organic Fairtrade green chai tea Organic Fairtrade black chai tea Organic Fairtrade Christmas tea Organic red chai tea Organic Fairtrade Earl Grey tea Organic Jasmine Tea Organic Redbush Tea Organic White tea For further information contact www.steenbergs.co.uk.
chris nangle furniture,are proud to say that our new range of eco friendly memorial benches ,are now available from our new web site http://benchmemorials.co.uk ,all of our memorial benches are made from locally sourced green oak ,and hand made in our shropshire workshop
Existing septic tanks can now be converted into full sewage treatment plants simply by the addition of the missing two elements - the biozone and the humus tank. These missing parts are encompassed in a small plant that connects onto the outlet from the septic tank and allows you to discharge directly into a ditch.
ManukaCare, the very popular medical grade manuka honey product has now gained further credibility with a UK / Europe medical devices license. This is a completely natural, 100% antibacterial honey, that is proven very effective on wounds, leg ulcers and burns. Now being CE marked, it will be easier for those who have wanted to use it but weren't sure if their doctor or nurse would agree.
Natural cleaning products brand Ecover has backed up an assertion that more and more consumers have decided now is the time to give their cupboards an organic makeover. Associate editor of Natural Products Marketplace Alissa Marrapodi remarked that householders are now keener than ever to get rid of their chemical-based cleaning goods. Citing research from the US Poison Control Centres, she noted that cleaning products accounted for almost one-tenth of cases of exposure to toxic material, almost two-thirds of which involved children under the age of six. Consequently, she remarked that consumers are now ready to sacrifice their chemical goods for natural cleaning products. Assistant marketing manager at Ecover Kipling Wagner agreed, saying: "Demand is huge and growing daily......
New in the UK, a unique candle to give you decongestive relief. The Decongestion Candle & Rub contains a blend of Eucalyptus, Lemon and Honey, designed to help you reduce congestion and fight cold symptoms. Plus after burning the candle, as it cools you can use the natural wax as a rub to continue the decongestive benefits. Using 100% natural soy wax. Available now from The New Zealand Honey Shop
We have two sizes of dolls 50 cm or 35 cm and should suit any budget and is supplied with free post and packing to mainland UK. The main things to remember when buying our unique handmade rag dolls are they are all one of a kind,we have not named our rag dolls so that you can name your special doll yourself, free P&P, Tested to CE standards, recommended age of 3 years and above, locally sourced fabrics where possible are used and the stuffing is hypo-allergenic and all the toys are machine washable.
Enplus Solutions have identified that the use of plastic bags needs to be addressed for the good of the environment. We offer p4e products, these plastic bags will not sit in landfill for 400 years. Our range of oxo-degradable plastic carrier bags have the strength, versatility and durability of traditional plastic bags, but aid in reducing the volume of plastic waste in the environment. These products bio-degrade into water, CO2 and biomass residue within 3–5 years, without premature degradation We also suppy rock paper bags, a highly eco friendly bag that helps save the trees! Made from 80% calcium carbonate and 20% HDPE, these bags have low energy and carbon footprints, presenting a unique environmental solution to controversial plastic bags. Recyclable in the PE recycling chain, this product degrades naturally in landfill. It is also tree free, offering an alternative that helps preserve our forests for the future.
Body lotion designed to protect skin from the sun's harmful rays should not be applied after its use-by date, an expert has insisted. According to beauty specialist Elsa Mcalonan, products such as lotions, creams and gels have a shelf life of about two or three years if they have never been opened. However, she stated that if an item has been opened for more than three months, it should be disposed of and replaced. "Bacteria can damage the cream's filters," she told the Daily Mail. "You can usually spot this when the cream begins to separate." Ms Mcalonan added that sun protection products should be kept in the fridge when they are not being used. She stated that this would help it to last longer and feel more invigorating on the skin.
National Eczema Week runs from 12th to 19th September and with around 10-20% of babies suffering from eczema during the first year of their life, many mums would try anything that may help relieve the suffering of their little one. But many are unaware of the fact that the nappies their babies are wearing could be adding to the problem. Yet, changing to Moltex Öko disposable nappies can improve eczema in only 3 weeks. That was true for new mum Caitlin Castillo. Her son’s eczema was so severe that she had to remove his nappy every time he did even the smallest wee, for fear of blistering and irritation. Caitlin loved the nappies so much so she decided to import them from Germany and set up online eco mother and baby retailer http://www.naturebotts.co.uk back in 2001, who were then one of the few retailers mums could buy Moltex Öko from.
Indulge your creative side with our fair trade beading kits. Produced by Tara Products in India, they are available in 10 different colours and contain everything you need to make your very own, unique necklace.
Medihoney Woundcare range is being expanded as Comvita re-brand some of their manuka honey based wound products under their Medihoney ethical range. This includes the Apinate Dressings, which will from now on be Medihoney Apinate Dressings and in a larger 5 pack size. The New Zealand Honey Shop has created a new Medihoney category to make these easier for you to find.
Organic orange flower water and natural almond extract join Steenbergs Organic's popular home bakery range. The rest of the home bakery range currently includes: Organic peppermint extract Organic rose water Organic Fairtrade vanilla extract Organic Fairtrade flavoured sugars - vanilla, cinnamon, lemon, lavender and the award winning rose sugar. "Our home bakery products have proved popular and these will add further flavour to the range," says Axel Steenberg, who founded Steenbergs -the organic and Fairtrade spice specialists - with his wife, Sophie, in 2003. "There remains nothing like home-baked cakes and biscuits, yet there are relatively few high quality, ethical ingredients (other than dried fruits & nuts) available to shoppers." Steenbergs products are available through independents, Wholefoods, Booths, Fenwicks and through its webshop www.steenbergs.co.uk. Steenbergs online shop now stocks a range of ethical home bakery products from organic Fairtrade cocoa powder to organic flour and unbleached baking paper.
Boutiko is changing direction! It's time for a revamp and some refocussing. That means we need to clear the decks, so head on over to Boutiko right now for our massive sale! Some of our beautiful ethical gifts are now less than half price! Only while stocks last, so take advantage to stock up on upcoming wedding, birthday or christening gifts. Or even a little treat for yourself!
It has been proven that using natural and plant-based cleaning products is much safer and healthier for the environment, for human beings and their pets. Natural cleaning products are so far the best solution for those who suffer from asthma and allergies. Every product in our eco- range is manufactured from 100% natural plant-based materials.
We are now offering our Spring Madness offer with 15% discount when you spend £30.00 or more and don't forget our free post and packing also to Mainland UK.
Steenbergs Organic, the UK’s organic and Fairtrade spice specialists, has redesigned its popular premium range of spices. The new tin is made from tin and has all the design features of the Steenbergs old tin but can be used for more products. Axel Steenberg, one of the founders and directors of Steenbergs, says: “Since we started our premiums have been a popular part of our range. They look great in stainless steel kitchens and in design led shops.” For more information contact Steenbergs on 01765 640088, email enquiries@steenbergs.co.uk.
chris nangle furniture design are proud to be supplying furniture too prp landscapes, for their winning design in the park sustainable landscape competition at the BRE innovation center ,the scheme will be unveiled at INSITE 09 on the 1st vof june
chris nangle furniture have been developing a range of vandal resistant street furniture using local grown sweet chestnut instead of oak so far the results have been very pleasing, the timber is a joy too work and looks the same as the oak to the untrained eye
Energy Saving light bulbs and fittings We have started to put together a collection of energy efficient light bulbs and accessories. We have a range of Compact fluorescent lamps to lower voltage halogen replacements and low voltage LED lamps. Lighting is a very expensive commodity, so even changing a few bulbs for low energy options will save you a small fortune off your power bills. * Compact fluorescent lamps * Low energy halogen replacements * LED Lighting and fittings
Gifts made from recycled PCB, beer bottles, tin cans and coffe cups. We have some of the most creative recycled products in our range. Find clocks made from recycled circuit board and coffee cups, to coasters made from recycled plastic bottles. We also have a wide range of beer and wine glass goblets made from old Corona, Grolsch and Sol bottles. Find frosted wine glasses made from reshaped wine bottles. All of which has been produced locally in Cornwall. Brighten up your home with colourful bins made from recycled tin cans or maybe a typographic jug made from recycled aerosol can tin will be the proud piece on your shelf.
Have a browse through our range of hydrogen powered toys and gadgets, like the H2O powered H-Racer model car or the water powered alarm clock. Water - the fuel of the future! * H Racer Water powered car * H Racer sterrable water powered car * Sciencewater powered car
Wind up Torches, Charger and Radios on the move We have some of the most durable long lasting wind up torches which will never leave you without power. Many of our dynamo torches also charge mobile phones in emergency situations which makes them the perfect tool for travelling and camping. We even have wind up Pirana shavers, Eco wind up 3 in 1 torches (phone charger, Torch and radio). We are also proud to have sourced the Gazelle pedal powered generator which can run laptop computers on camping trips or charge and run anything up to a TV.
With the credit crunch taking hold, we’re all looking for a bargain. Only Fair’s silk dip dyed clutch bags are pretty yet practical as well as being a very reasonable £15.00. Handmade in Vietnam under fair trade conditions you can be sure that the workers have received a fair working conditions and wages for their labour. Big enough to hold all your essentials for a night out and with a delicate wrist chain so you can keep it close at all times, as well as adding a touch of glamour to any outfit.
Crystal sewage treatment plants are designed to serve both domestic and commercial properties that have no access to mains drainage. Benefits UK made 5 year emptying interval No concrete needed Odourless 95% total solids digestion Low energy consumption Can discharge direct to a watercourse. No unsightly kiosk Safety chamber under the lid to prevent accidental entry.
Septic Tank Filters to filter wastewater from Septic Tanks and sewage treatment plants The Wastewater Filter is fitted into the vertical part of the 'T' on the outlet pipe from the septic tank and removes up to 70% of the fine suspended solids from the discharging effluent of a septic tank and up to 30% from a sewage treatment unit, vastly increasing the quality of your wastewater and protecting the soakaway from blockage. Protect your soakaway now.
Eco My Party’s eco friendly totally eco party packs are definately the way to celebrate the gorgeous spring this year! Hand packed in popcorn and tied with string, these are the essential items to start all parties off with a bang! Eco My Party’s totally eco party pack for 10 or 25 contains everything you need for a totally environmentally friendly party, with everything being totally compostable! The packs contain the most amazing, sustainably sourced wooden cutlery, fantastic, unbleached napkins, plates and bowls made from the by-product of the world’s sugar industry, bouncy fsc certified balloons and beautiful biodegradable decorations. And all this comes packed tightly in popcorn in recycled boxes, wrapped in biodegradable twine with all the info you need on Eco My Party’s delightful totally eco party pack tags.
As the credit crunch bites, we’re all looking for ways to save money, but it seems delaying having children isn’t one of them. According to a survey sent to over 2,000 Naturebotts customers (www.naturebotts.co.uk), over 71% said the credit crunch would not delay their plans for future pregnancies. Of the respondents, over 65% already had a child, so despite the doom and gloom of recent months, it doesn’t seem our birth rate is likely to take a dip. However, 66% did say the credit crunch was affecting their spending habits with 63% saying they always compared prices online before buying, and 60% deciding to spend less on themselves (but the same on their children). They also gave lots of good suggestions to Naturebotts’ request for tips on surviving the credit crunch including sharing baths 70s style, saving food leftovers to create other meals and walking instead of using the car.
It seems cutting down on environmentally friendly products is something most mums aren’t prepared to do, even in these days of the credit crunch. According to a survey by online eco-baby retailer Naturebotts (www.naturebotts.co.uk), despite 66% saying the credit crunch had changed their spending habits, over 83% were still buying organic and eco friendly products. However, there were lots of suggestions for family tips on surviving the credit crunch - here’s the top 5: 5. Shop online – you can compare prices, save money and you don’t have to use the car. 4. Use money-off coupons. Lots of supermarkets accept these whether you buy the items or not. 3. Save wrapping paper, ribbons, magazines and cardboard boxes for fun creative days. 2. Make your own toys or share toys between friends to stop kids getting bored. 1. Enjoy the free things in life like going for walks, museums and kite flying
We offer Wall mounted wellington boot racks for indoor or outdoor use. Ideal storage for muddy wellies. Hand made in Cornwall UK and normally delivered within 5 working days (UK mainland) Friendly, family run business. We are a 'green business' keen to ensure that any possible environmental impact is as low as possible during manufacture, use and disposal of our welly racks. We only use wood from well-managed forests to ensure that our product does not harm forest conservation or the lives of people who live and work in forests.
I never usually even recognise Valentine's Day, I don't feel the need to overspend on dinner when the meals are double the price, buy roses when they've tripled in price and the terrible waste of all those cheesy chat up lines just because someone said I had to! I do, deep deep down, have a tiny romantic bone in my body somewhere, and even though I don't celebrate the much over-rated Valentine's Day, I do HEART all the decorations and imaginative eco ways to Eco YOUR Valentine. My much loved eco my party have these gorgeous white paper heart garlands which I have entwined around my door frame and their beautiful hanging willow lanterns are currently gently swaying from my rafters!
Environmental artist, Richard Solomon, today introduces "Yellow Rain Drops", his new and original, "green" series of low cost, heart-shaped, high-quality digital art prints, ideal for Valentine's and Earth Day gift-giving. The original single heart was made with over 1,600 individual golden yellow petals from the Wild Sunflower plant in Northern New Mexico. Solomon's first product is two 8 1/2" x 11" digital prints, packaged together in clear cello, priced at $20 retail. Wholesale inquires invited. They can be purchased from the artist's web site -- www.seedshaman.com. "These golden yellow hearts will create endless new smiles, sales, and discussions about nature and beauty," says Solomon. "Everyone's immediate reaction is, 'I want a print!'
To celebrate the launch of their new website on 19th November, Naturebotts (www.naturebotts.co.uk) will be donating much needed baby wipes and nappy liners to the Forever Angels charity in Tanzania. For every pack sold from 19th to 25th November, Naturebotts and Imse Vimse will donate another pack to the charity. As well as supporting the charity, Naturebotts is giving all customers 5% off all orders placed until 31st December. In addition, the new website will feature several new products including organic cotton baby bedding, clothing and comforters, natural lambskins, baby slings, toxic free plates and bowls, rubber dummies and specially created BPA free anti-colic feeding bottles. The website will also offer customers new features including easier / clearer navigation, secure instant payment, quick ordering and a more personal shopping experience with advice from mum of two and Naturebotts founder, Caitlin Castillo.
Eco Your Christmas Parties. Eco My Party is soon to launch the first unique 100% biodegradable range that includes a wide variety of party essentials, from compostable tableware to fairly-traded rubber balloons and eco party games and decorations, all packaged in easily recognisable packaging with great shelf-appeal. In time for Christmas, Eco My Party's first-of-its-kind Totally Eco Festive Party Pack offers a convenient way to eco your Christmas and New Year's parties. The pack includes tableware, decorations, a Totally Eco Christmas Party Ball (the eco-alternative to crackers) and even a Totally Eco Paper Sky Lantern, which float up into the night sky like beautiful miniature hot air balloons. Helen Thomson: tel: 01306 877787 / 07834738873 email: hello@ecomyparty.co.uk website: www.ecomyparty.co.uk
Living Nature skincare - one of the original producers of all natural paraben free skin care - comes in 100% recyclable packaging. With the entire item packaging (bottle and cap) made from the same material so it can be all recycled without disassembly. Card for cartons comes from renewable forests, and contains no toxins nor chlorine bleach. Living Nature - good for you skincare in good for the environment packaging - available from The New Zealand Honey Shop.
We love a good party and one that can ease the world’s hangover as well as ones own eco-guilt is just what we love! We are launching our new brand in the third week of November, so be sure to have a look at our new branding and products ready for the party season! We will be promoting our Totally Eco Disposable Festivity Party Packs complete with fabulous decorations and stylish partyware, as well as plantable wrapping paper and invitations, mini hot air balloons and our new hand-made, locally sourced willow hanging stars, christmas trees and eco party balls! We look forward to seeing you all at http://www.ecomyparty.co.uk!!
We have a great new range of cuddly toys which we are sure will sell quickly. They are from Dowman Imports Ltd and are designed and made with the latest techniques and materials available while offering value for money. All Dowman soft toys are handmade using the highest materials and conform to all of the European Safety Standards EN71 BS5665. Our Nursery Toys are safe for babies first teddy and make an excellent addition to any nursery. All our other teddies are suitable for ages 36 months and older. For November if you buy two Dowman Cuddy Toys we will give you a 6" Nursery Teddy FREE
Did you know that 3 million tonnes of waste is dumped during Christmas in the UK - enough to fill 120 million wheelie bins. Naturebotts has teamed up with local businesses and use the boxes they would ordinarily destroy to deliver their goods in - keeping the environmental impact of the business down to an absolute minimum. Caitlin Castillo, founder of Naturebotts says, “I had been searching for an eco friendly supplier of packaging for us to deliver our orders in. I was walking past neighbours bins just after Christmas and couldn’t help but notice all the packaging from Christmas presents. It gave me the idea to go to companies who have this amount of wasted packaging every day and was delighted when our local businesses agreed to let us reuse their packaging that would otherwise have been destroyed.” For further information please contact: Julie Wilson 01636 671438 Email: Julie@sorethumbmarketing.co.uk
The Nappy Laundry Company was set up in October last year, providing a unique service to the North East of Scotland for busy mums in Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen City and North Angus. Business owner and mum of two Nicole Hepburn said: "Most people celebrate with a cake, but the 26 empty wheelie bins represent the amount of nappies we have prevented going to landfill, the equivalent of almost 2 tonnes in mass. "Eight million disposable nappies are thrown away everyday in the United Kingdom with the majority of these ending up in landfill, so any reduction in something to celebrate.". Nicole added: "With the change to the fortnightly household waste pick-ups, families find their wheelie bin overflowing with disposable nappies. Using our service will see an end to the weekly trip to the local dump and a reduction in landfill." To find out more about The Nappy Laundry Company visit www.thenappylaundry.com
Hot off the press - 3 mums from the UK otherwise known as new label Cool Green Attitude have launched an organic and ethical range of clothing for Baby, Children, Women and Men. Their designs inspire kids to believe in themselves with messages like ‘I Am unique’ and ‘I Am fair & honest’ to give their self esteem a boost. They are also a great tool for parents to use to encourage positive behaviour in their kids. Their adult ranges feature affirmations to keep you happy and balanced all day long, with messages that are constant reminders throughout the day, like their ‘Live in the Now’ t shirt to remind us to stay in the moment and not get caught up in our past, or worry about what may happen in the future. All Cool Green Attitude’s clothes are printed using water based Organic inks that won’t harm the environment.
With Christmas starting to creep around the corner, now is the time to start thinking about what gifts to buy for family and friends. As well as having to choose the appropriate gift, more people are questioning the ethical credentials behind them. If you're having to watch the pennies this Christmas, it doesn't mean you can't still buy lovely presents. With a wide range of affordable, fair trade gifts, Only Fair are here to help you find the ideal gift. All of our items are fairly traded or hold the FAIRTRADE Mark, meaning you can grab a bargain whilst knowing it wasn't produced in a sweat shop. Not only that but with our easy to use order process, quick delivery and a flat shipping rate of £2.95, we aim to make your shopping experience a stress free and pleasant experience, without the baying crowds of shoppers.
Our Fairtrade Leather Journals are a wonderful gift and do not have any wood in them. A great amount of papers on the market, both commercial and fine art are made from wood pulp. Our Leather Journals are made from ‘Khadda’ paper. ‘Khadda’ is made using unbleached hand spun rags left over from the garment industry. Except for the electric motors used for pulping, calendaring and peripheral activities, all production is manual. No harsh chemicals or dyes are used. No two sheets are ever identical and decorative effects are produced by inclusions such as petals, grass, and silk thread and waste threads. One ton of Indian handmade paper, produced from cotton rag waste, saves about 270 Eucalyptus or at least 400 bamboo trees that would be required to make the same quantity of machine made paper.
Our Fairtrade Leather Journals are a wonderful gift and do not have any wood in them. A great amount of papers on the market, both commercial and fine art are made from wood pulp. Our Leather Journals are made from ‘Khadda’ paper. ‘Khadda’ is made using unbleached hand spun rags left over from the garment industry. Except for the electric motors used for pulping, calendaring and peripheral activities, all production is manual. No harsh chemicals or dyes are used. No two sheets are ever identical and decorative effects are produced by inclusions such as petals, grass, and silk thread and waste threads. One ton of Indian handmade paper, produced from cotton rag waste, saves about 270 Eucalyptus or at least 400 bamboo trees that would be required to make the same quantity of machine made paper.
In an age where we‘re becoming increasingly environmentally aware and people are actively seeking out organic local products, it’s an irony then that we still furnish our outdoor spaces with imported timber from a rainforest from who knows where, and with soft wood furniture that needs continuous maintenance with chemical preservative…WHY? For the last eight years Shropshire based furniture designer Chris Nangle has been asking that question. Chris has committed himself to providing an alternative to mass-produced imported furniture by developing his own range of ecologically responsible outdoor work. Chris set up a workshop in Shropshire where he started to design and make a range of contemporary environmentally sound outdoor furniture. He works predominantly in locally sourced FSC green oak, which is carefully selected for it’s exceptional strength and durability. Green oak needs no chemical treatments,making it maintenance free and therefore the perfect timber for outdoor work.
We like parties. And we like the planet too. That’s why we decided to go on a mission to stop parties giving the world one massive hangover and create eco my party’s range of totally eco disposable party ware that includes our fantastic FSC certified & fairly traded rubber balloons. So, what better way to celebrate the Forestry Commission’s first ever FSC day on Friday 26th September than with our totally eco, 100% biodegradable balloons? Not only are they FSC certified, they are made from fairly traded rubber and biodegrade at the same rate as an oak leaf! They can even be put on your compost heap and used to grow the flowers and food for your next celebration! And at only £1.99 for ten, there is simply no reason not to eco your FSC Friday party with our FSC certified, totally eco balloons.
Solution UK Ltd. are delighted to announce the official launch of M-Power® Carpet Cleaner, the next generation in nanotechnology cleaning agents, which meets or exceeds all currently known domestic and international regulatory standards. It is therefore one of the “greenest” cleaning solutions available with today’s technology. M-Power® has been tested to ensure that all compounds that are considered hazardous and toxic to the operator and the environment, by domestic and international regulatory agencies are not present in this unique formulation.
Eco-friendly, safe but effective cleaning chemicals mainly exclusive to this site as with the high-power cleaning machines. Plus all sundry equipment for the professional cleaner of carpets, hard floors, stone, graffiti and for the control of odours, insects and allergens. A must visit site!
New eco-shop Mimimyne has just launched their range of carefully selected sustainably designed furnishings and fashion for children and parents this weekend at the Spitalfields Show & Green Fair in London; the first chance to see the products away from the online shop. Mimimyne is an eco-friendly company selling a range of quirky and contemporary quality designer products aimed at children from toddlers to teens.
Organic kids clothing business Arabella Miller has just been unveiled as one of four finalists at the Startups Awards 2008 in the Green Business category.
Frugi have recently launched a new collection of essential baby clothes made from organic cotton. Organic cotton is naturally much kinder to eczema, since it is not smothered in pesticides and chemicals, but Frugi have gone a step further to make their baby clothes gentler on babies' skin. With no itchy back-neck label, and flat seams on the inside of the clothes, their new range of baby essentials is as eczema-friendly as possible. The new collection caters for newborns right up to 24 months, with some beautiful babygrows, vests and some very cute Happy Hats!
Naturally Simple has a great new product range for the kids this Christmas – or they could be for the child in you! Our ragdolls are supplied by Imajo Ltd. Imajo are a UK importer of the handmade soft ragdolls and soft toys made in a factory in Sri Lanka. Each ragdoll has a set of clothes and their own hair colours giving a wide choice for everyone. What is particularly nice is the quality of the hair, which is actually sewn in, as opposed to lots of rag dolls on the market, where the hair is glued.
Sachets EasyClean is non-caustic and ammonia free with a great orange fragrance. This revolutionary cleaning powder is so versatile and so powerful that it can literally replace up to 99% of the cleaning products you are using now and,unlike most of the cleaners currently available on the market, it contains NO hazardous chemicals. Sachets EasyClean was designed to be a socially responsible product more than 10 years ago. The powder protects the health of the user by being low in allergens and mild on the skin. Formulated to protect the environment by reducing CO2 emissions this product is perfect to use around any business or home. It will not harm you, your family or your pets as there are no bleaches, toxins, corrosive or caustic materials 100% biodegradable and environmentally friendly product that you can be proud of using!
‘Over 65% of mums actively search out greener options and do what they can for the environment’ according to a recent survey of 70 parents polled by eco Mother and Baby website Naturebotts (http://www.naturebotts.co.uk). Which is great news as we approach Organic Fortnight (6 – 21 September), which aims to raise awareness of the environmental, health and social benefits of organic products. The survey also revealed more mums would like to see even more choice when it comes to organic products for them and their baby, so Naturebotts will be adding organic cotton baby bedding, clothing and comforters to the existing range of over 50 organic products on its website. So you can put a ‘natural’ smile on your face as you bring a baby into a world – a world that needs a bit of help….”
Ethical on-line gift store Boutiko has just added a gorgeous range of handmade craft kits for children designed by Karen Lewis. These lovely kits are not only fun and pretty but also ethical, packaged in convenient recyclable “take away” boxes and suitable for young children. There are three kits to choose from - felt flower brooches, hanging heart decoration and felt egg cosy - all using felt and with two craft options; glue for smaller children and embroidery thread for the older, more confident child. All kits come with full instructions and ideas for patterns and make excellent gifts or party bag treats. Gift wrapping at Boutiko is free of charge and despatched next day delivery – perfect for last minute emergency gifts or even an impulse buy.
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Naturally Simple Ltd is now stocking some wonderful giftwrap which is handmade and also sourced via Fair trade from Nepal. Have a look at our great range at http://www.naturallysimple.co.uk
It seems that summer is definitely here at last and the promise of long evenings spent outside is no longer a case of wrapping up warm and taking shelter under a patio heater (positively not eco friendly). So get outside and enjoy some al fresco dining this week. We’ve got plenty of great products to help you make the most of our warm weather... Have an eco friendly picnic with this simple yet stylish jute bag complete with 4 sets of plates, cutlery and cups that can all be reused several times then composted when no longer needed! Wrap your ubiquitous sandwiches with a Wrap ‘n Mat and don’t forget to recycle whatever waste you have left over. Who said being green couldn’t be chic?
When you want to use UMF® manuka honey for its healing properties, you now have a certified organic option with the release of Comvita's new UMF®10+ Organic Manuka Honey. Certified organic by Agriquality New Zealand and also carrying the Organic Certification UK 4 label. You get the best of both worlds, guaranteed to be at least UMF 10 verified by independent testing and certified organic. The New Zealand Honey Shop now has this honey in stock both instore and online.
Naturally Simple has been looking for some great handmade cards to stock and we think we have found some of excellent quality. They are great fun, they give employment and also help the elephants. When looking for materials to make our hand made cards, we prioritise using recycled / renewable resources. The card and envelopes are from 100% post consumer waste materials. The buff coloured cards are 75% post consumer waste paper and 25% elephant poo
OK, so the bamboo PC was a gimmick. The laptop with a laminated bamboo casing around a conventional computer which won’t make a dent in the rising tide of plastics sold everyday. However, most bamboo products tick many eco-friendly boxes. For a start, it’s a highly sustainable raw material. Most bamboo grows at more than a metre every day. Local people can cut down as much as they need for carving and weaving and still have as big a forest at the end of the year. On the global warming front, as it comes from a plant source, any bamboo product contains a significant part of its weight in atmospheric carbon. Any plastic equivalent has added to the atmosphere’s carbon level! With such strong eco credentials it’s amazing that bamboo products can also be very beautiful. To see a wide range of bamboo products go to www.biomelifestyle.com
Raw, untreated honey, served in the comb, used to be the norm – and many believe this is the way honey should be eaten. Better still, honey from bees that have never had synthetic chemicals in their hive is now available under the Wholesome Food Association label, which has promoted locally produced, chemical-free food since 1999. WFA director, Sky McCain says, “We want people to be able to buy locally-grown, wholesome food from people they trust. Certified organic British honey is virtually impossible to buy – it is almost all imported – so we are pleased that we can offer local honey produced to our standards.” Philip Chandler, author of 'The Barefoot Beekeeper', is pioneering chemical-free beekeeping in Britain. He comments, “Beekeepers who follow natural practices will welcome this initiative and the public will welcome the opportunity to buy honey that is as pure as bees can make it.”
Naturebotts has introduced Yaoh organic hemp sunblocks and aftersun to its range of toiletries for this summer. Suitable for babies with sensitive skin, dry skin conditions and eczema, they combine the natural protective and moisturising qualities of organic hempseed oil with the most effective and least damaging chemical sunblocks to produce safe, protective lotions. Caitlin Castillo, Co-founder of Naturebotts, knows first hand the difficulties of finding suncreams that don’t irritate the skin. “When my son was born he suffered with eczema. I wanted to protect his skin from the sun, but found that many of the suncreams made the eczema worse. After careful research I discovered hempseed oil which allows the skin to absorb vitamin D and doesn’t clog the pores.” All the Yaoh Sun products are free from parabens, harmful substances, unnecessary chemical additives, are suitable for vegans and aren’t tested on animals. The range is available at www.naturebotts.co.uk.
Cozy cocoons were developed as a very simple way of swaddling your child. There is nothing to wrap or snap, no velcro and no fuss. No skill in swaddling is needed you simply roll it up over the baby making it the perfect solution. Once on there is no jerking, startling movement, no skin irritating synthetic fabrics and little limbs are able to explore and stretch safely. Baby is held close as though still enclosed in the womb providing comfort containment and security.
We have created Stop Dodo - it is a global portal for environmenal jobs and resumes. Bilingual, the site is free of charge to list and post jobs and resumes. That way the money is kept in conservation! If you need green staff, check us out.
The world's leading producer of UMF Manuka Honey, Comvita, have recently updated their packaging for the UMF20+ honey. While still containing the same high quality, tested, honey, it now looks even better on your shelf with added red to the labelling. Also, the word 'active' no longer shows, with the label simply stating 'UMF 20+ Manuka Honey'. This to distinguish that this product does properly meet the standards to carry the UMF trademark, and to prevent confusion with what has now become an overused term - 'active honey'.
Being Green Saves You Green. Traditional retirement calculators are based on consumption, the Green Retirement Calculator is based on conservation, see how much less savings you need for retirement by going green.
We could be saving nearly £400 a year on household bills by going green. Using products such as Energy Saving light bulbs, a Radiator BoosterTM , EcoballsTM, an EcobuttonTM and a Standby kit can chop £367 off household bills every year just by spending £150.89 in the first year. Find out more from Nigel's Eco Store at www.nigelsecostore.com
Pot of Gold skin balm and baby balm are now available in the UK. Providing you with an all natural skin relief. Based on raw organic beeswax, this balm can replace many of the products kept in your cupboard, without the chemicals. Pot of Gold is specially blended to help with many common skin conditions, including eczema, minor wounds, sunburn, scarring, dry or cracked skin, minor burns, nappy rash and other rashes. Pot of Gold baby balm is a milder version aimed for baby and mother. Each ingredient is 100% active. This is a family recipe that has been handed down now for 6 generations, and is still lovingly made by hand in New Zealand from 75% organic ingredients. No synthetics, no steroids or petrochemicals. Both the skin balm and baby balm are now available for you direct from the UK distributors The New Zealand Honey Shop.
South Australian hair care brand eco.kid will present its newly designed and packaged organic products at Cosmoprof Expo today in Bologne, Italy. Cosmoprof is the worlds largest industry trade show. Austrade business development manager Rachel Kelly said "eco.kid produce organic hair and body products in what was once a niche consumer segments, but is now rapidly growing and gaining wider popularity". "eco.kid products are free from fragrances, colours, synthetics and potentially harmful chemicals." Peter Francis, World Trichologist and World Master of the Craft is the creator of the eco.kid products and will present the brand along with business partner Garth Gauvin (Haircare Australia) to the European Market. Visit www.ecokid.com.au for more information or Free call 1800 882 174.
Durham-based Conscious Elegance, Ltd won the Environmental Agency/North Tyneside Council Business of the Year Award. The judges decision was immediate and unanimous as Conscious Elegance is a completely green enterprise. The company strives for 100% sustainability, from the fabrics to the recycled packaging materials. No sweatshops exist here and CE sources from other small businesses, especially those that give mums an income while staying at home with their children. Lori Del Genis, designer and founder, said, 'Conscious Elegance is all about making easy choices that have far-reaching effects.' To offer best value, CE creates children's clothing from their client's gowns at no extra charge. Lori says, 'we don't promote a one-time use. Our gowns live beyond the wedding day. Since we've found that most children love their dresses too much to want to take them off, we think that we're onto something."
Recycled plastic is OK, but it can exist in the environment for many years. Now, plastic can be made oxo-biodegradable. This is done by including Symphony’s d2w additive at the factory, which makes it degrade, then biodegrade, on land or at sea, in the light or the dark, in heat or cold, in whatever timescale is required, leaving NO fragments NO methane and NO harmful residues. Oxo-bio meets American Standard 6954, and there is little or no additional cost. Oxo-bio plastic is made from a by-product of petroleum, but this is an advantage, not a disadvantage. Some people would like to stop using petroleum to fuel cars and planes, but until that day arrives it makes sense to use the by-product, which used to be wasted, instead of using scarce land and water resources to grow crops to make bioplastics, which emit methane in landfill.
Recently, consumers have become more demanding in terms of the environment and family well-being which has resulted in the growth of low odour paints & varnishes, natural products, organic foods, fair trade products, etc. With DIY, one of the most dangerous DIY jobs is stripping of old paintwork/varnishes around the home because many traditional paint strippers contain hazardous methylene chloride, or dichloromethane (DCM). This ingredient causes dizziness, nausea, and even death in severe cases. (Fatalities/incidents can be found on www.eascr.org – European Association for Safer Coatings Removal). Classified as a Class 3 Carcinogen DCM evaporates quickly and is easily inhaled and also cause problems for people with heart, lung or blood diseases. Prolonged high exposure can cause liver & kidney damage. Click on the link to read more
March is the perfect time to spring clean, de-clutter and reorganize your home. To make your home sparkling clean without the environmental impact, check out our range of the award-winning 100% natural Earth Friendly cleaning products. They are made of essential oils and plant extracts and their high concentration means a little goes a long way. There is also no nasty stuff like ammonia, phosphates, petrochemicals, caustic soda, chlorine or formaldehyde. And while you're at it, give your finances an overhaul. With energy bills rising, now's the best time to think about getting one or two energy saving devices. Did you know that leaving your computer monitor switched on overnight uses as much energy as a laser printer producing 800 A4 copies? The good news is help is at a touch of a button – the Ecobutton - that can save you around £50 a year on electricity bills.
Supreme Creations, manufacturers of ethical and fair trade cotton carry bags, not only enable the big retailers, including Tesco’s, Boots and Sainsbury’s to reduce the consumption of plastic bags, but each bag sold aids the Company’s fairtrade and charitable obligations. Supreme Creations advocate that their business is not just about providing reusable and sustainable alternatives to the plastic bag, but about providing a ‘bag of ethics’. What is involved in Supreme Creation’s: Supreme Creations manufacture in a Fairtrade accredited, ethically audited, carbon neutral factory. All our goods are manufactured at our own factory unlike others who are trading; we can be sure about the ethics. Supreme Creation’s reusable bags have Fairtrade, Organic, Climatecare and Bags of Ethics accreditation. (ends) For further information contact: Linsey White / Sally Fairclough Image Box UK T: 020 8943 4685 E: linsey@ib-uk.com
It’s not always possibly to be completely ‘green’. There are so many ways to create a space with an ecological conscience, but there is a minefield of advice out there. Wow-wow is an exciting new web based ‘eco design shop’ aiming to navigate businesses and individuals towards a stylish way of living that is effortlessly greener. For innovative energy saving devices and gadgets to recycled gifts, solar panels and home interiors. Visit Wow-wow the Eco design shop and directory
Every Sunday this April Spinifex will be displaying it’s range of eco-products at the Angel Art Market. This new event provides a chance to buy direct from designer/makers. It will be held in the long established Candid galleries, Islington. The event will prove to be a colourful one with Spinifex having added new colours to it’s range for the launch of its new website. Admission is free. Spinifex will have for sale it’s OTA and OTO chalkboard units, OTE and OTI magnetboard units, MOW and MUW candle/vases and the TLIP mug tree. Spinifex is a design and manufacture workshop based in East London. It was established in 2004 by Sam Morgan
Launched in 2007, Ingle & Rhode offers luxury bespoke jewellery made from ethically-sourced materials. Combining a responsible supply chain with cutting edge design, Ingle & Rhode jewellery provides a solution for individuals wanting style and luxury with a conscience. In an industry fraught with exploitation and controversy, Ingle & Rhode is focused on reducing the three main problems facing the jewellery industry: human exploitation, conflict diamonds, and environmental damage. Through painstaking research, it has put together a supply chain that guarantees clients can trace the provenance of all metals and gemstones used. Engagement rings are made to order.
Sones are pleased to stock a new range of baby skincare by Essential Care. We are very excited about these products that are made from the finest ingredients certified organic by the Soil Association the UK’s leading organic body. It sets the highest standards and assesses organic content, bio degradability and complete absence of toxic chemicals so that the products can be used with complete confidence. Essential Care is one of the few companies worldwide to achieve these standards. Organic or certified organic ingredients on skincare can mean nothing unless you see the symbol of a recognized certification body the strictest of which is the Soil Association. Neither products or ingredients are tested on animals only human volunteers and the R.S.P.C.A. gave an award in 2006 for commitment to animal welfare.
At Sones we try to listen to our customers and think about what they want. It has been made abundantly clear to us that people are very keen on organic cotton baby gowns. So for the New Year we have decided to increase the styles that we stock to give more choice. We now have baby gowns in funky colours, baby gowns with cute motifs, baby gowns with safari pattern and the excellent plain and natural traditional kind. Envelope necks or poppers at the front with integral scratch mitts or without. But one feature that is shared is that they are all made from sumptuous soft organic cotton so you can be sure that your baby will be wrapped in comfort and purity . So if its baby gowns you want come and see our selection at Sones.
YINIA (Your Independent Network of Innovative Artisans) - are work-at-home-artisans who provide natural and sustainable alternatives for your family. We pride ourselves on excellence, originality and keeping things down to earth. From cloth diapers, pads and towels to knitted clothing to eco-friendly jewelry to artwork and stationery, we've got your family set with sustainable luxury! Join our newsletter to get access to specials, giveaways and new items. :)
Huni is the all new, natural skincare range based around UMF20+ manuka honey, well known for its healing and moisturising properties. Using ingredients solely from sustainable sources is a core philosophy of Huni. Paraben and sodium lauryl sulphate free with no GM plant materials. Made in New Zealand by Comvita, the world leaders in UMF manuka honey, and award winners for their sustainable business practices, this is natural skincare without compromise. Huni is the new sexy skincare range that is truly natural. Only just fully launched in New Zealand, and now available in the UK from The New Zealand Honey Shop.
Every year 600,000 tonnes of glass bottles are discarded from pubs, clubs, restaurants and cafe in the UK with up to 75% of these ending up in landfill. For the past nine years, designer Andy Martin has been making his own small contribution towards reducing that figure by collecting bottles from pubs and restaurants in London's West End and moving them to his worksop in Islington where the bottles are transformed by hand into a charming glassware range. Until now Andy has been selling his wares exclusively at various London Markets however online green shop ECOutlet are pleased to announce the entire range of dining glasses and goblets made from a range of bottles including the distinctive Coca Cola and Corona beer bottles are now available to purchase from their online store www.ecoutlet.co.uk
Spinifex is celebrating the launch of it’s new website this February with the release of a brand new assortment of colours across six products. The lead product, the OTA and OTO Chalkboard units are now offered in the additional colours of pink and purple. The OTE and OTI Magnetboards are now also available in pale brown and yellow. They are ideal for leaving messages, notes and storing personal items. Blue, brown and green have been added to refresh the MOW and MUW candle/vase ranges. Burn the candle to release the vase! The website has been revamped to make it easier to navigate with a horizontally scrolling screen. The addition of a ‘wish list’ allows direct contact to Spinifex and quicker order confirmation and a news section keeps you up to date with the latest events and product releases. They are all available from Spinifex or check out www.spinifex.co.uk for stockists.
The armedangels are here to shake things up: It’s a brand that takes a firm stance on production methods within the fashion industry. It’s a community that has its roots in the underground club scene. It’s a statement that injects new meaning into street fashion. The first armedangels collection defines the meaning of social fashion. armedangels is a pioneering brand that unites high-quality design with an absolute rejection of child-labour, exploitation and environmental pollution. A certified FAIRTRADE supplier in Mauritius will manufacture all garments. This truly ethical brand is getting involved with selected aid projects around the world. “From armedangels to Santa Cruz”, says the slogan on all products, announcing their first aid project - supporting schools in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. armedangels will donate three euros and thirty-three cents from every product sold to support this initiative. The angelic revolution has only just begun…
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What’s wrong with plastic then? Well, just Google “plastic bag facts” and you’ll be inundated with pages of information. Did you know that on average only 1 plastic bag in every 200 is recycled? Over 17 billion plastic bags are used in the UK a year. How many of you have a kitchen drawer (or perhaps under your kitchen sink) full of old plastic bags? How often do you remember to grab a few of them to re-use, when you do your weekly shop? After much pushing from campaigners, some of the large supermarkets are now trying to work at reducing the amount of plastic bags they use. Some have offered a free bag for life on set days or offer additional points on their store cards for re-using bags. Bags for Life have been offered for years in supermarkets but really they aren’t much better as they’re still made
Green Owl Records is a company created by artists for artists. Our goal is to get great music out to the masses while spreading important information about the environment.
Zoë b Organic is now offering Natursutten, an all-natural alternative to conventional pacifiers. Natursutten pacifiers contain no artificial coloring, bisphenol-A , PVC , phthalates , or parabens. Made in Europe, they are an organic solution for parents looking to soothe their babies without the worry of harmful chemicals. They’re also the only one-piece pacifiers made from pure, 100% natural rubber. They also boast a superior hygienic advantage: the one-piece form prevents harmful bacteria and dirt from accumulating inside the pacifier.Natursutten pacifiers are available for wholesale and retail in the US through http://www.zoeborganic.com, contact Valerie Lecoeur at valerie[@]zoebonline.com for more information.
A new pillowcase set which lends some humour to Valentine's Day has just been launched by a UK online boutique. The hand embroidered pillowcases have two messages on them; one says "Tonight", the other "Not Tonight"! They have just been launched by Boutiko, a site that sells ethically sourced gifts from around the world. The website's Tara Leaver says: "The key to a great relationship is communication. These pillowcases are fun and a good way to let your partner know what's on your mind!” The soft cotton pillowcases are produced by a family run business in Vietnam, where the workers are fairly paid and treated, and are all descendents of generations of embroidery workers. The pillowcases are machine washable and have tie closures. Throughout February they are available at 10% off the RRP of £30. Contact Tara Leaver of Boutiko on 0844 884 8511 or email info@boutiko.co.uk for further information.
Online printing company alocalprinter.com now provides high quality Leaflet Printing and Leaflets that are certified eco friendly by the Forest Stewardship Council, without costing the Earth. These Leaflets are printed on a premium 150gsm gloss paper using vegetable oil based ink. You can order online too! Now you can go green with your print requirements without compromising on quality or cost effectiveness.
The New Zealand Honey Shop have opened their first physical store, in Southfields, London, to add to their online store. Specialising in honey and bee based products from New Zealand companies recognised for their sustainable and eco-friendly practices. Active Manuka Honey and Propolis from Comvita, winners of sustainable business awards in New Zealand. And all natural, paraben free skin care from Living Nature, winners of awards for their environmentally friendly packaging. Equally importantly both ranges provide you with high quality products too. Plus organic beeswax based massage waxes, and other bee based health products. Learn more.
Leading the field in advanced nanotechnological, eco-friendly cleaning agents is UK-based Solution UK Ltd. with M-Power Super-Concentrate.
Carnethie Design Wedding Stationery offers an individual, personalised service to those seeking unique handmade stationery which is environmentally friendly and ethical. The designs will ensure that your stationery has minimal impact to the environment whilst retaining the highest quality you should expect for your special day. A bespoke service is also offered. Orders placed by 31st December 2007, will qualify for a 15% discount.
Mossberry was the first ethical boutique in London selling 100% fair trade fashion for women and children. We are now based in the Leicester area and trade exclusively through this website. The idea behind Mossberry is to bring you unique designs from all over the world (and we do like to travel…) whilst making sure the products are ethically and environmentally sound. We try to visit some of the manufacturers each year and will keep you informed through Francesca’s (Mossberry’s founder) blog. We stock goods from recognized Fair Trade manufacturers and suppliers and are Ethical Junction Members, our cotton is, wherever possible, organic, and our packaging is either recycled, recyclable or biodegradable.
A new organic kids t-shirt company, Arabella Miller Limited, has just launched in the UK. The company produces organic t-shirts for babies and children which are certified organic by the Soil Association. They are also the first kids t-shirts to be organically printed in the UK by a Soil Association certified printer. The t-shirts are certified organic, including the ink. This means that parents can be 100% confident that Arabella Miller t-shirts are seed to final product organic. The entire supply chain is genuinely organic all the way, appealing to people who care about the environment as well as style.
Here at Nigel's Eco Store we have come up with a variety of environmentally friendly products and eco gifts for Christmas that'll help to save money, reduce your carbon footprint and live a more eco friendly life. We have a practical, functional, and desirable range, chosen from the best recycled, organic, green and eco friendly products around. Nigel is also launching a new eco Christmas range with products including *recycled wrapping paper and cards*, *energy efficient and solar festive lighting*, *eco friendly decorations* plus a range of *household essentials* to help you through the festive season with your green principles intact.
Symphony Environmental Technologies Plc applies leading-edge science and technology to the huge environmental problem of plastic waste. Symphony’s d2w® additive makes plastic biodegrade at the end of its useful life, leaving no harmful residues. Who wants to find a plastic bag which has been floating around the oceans for 50 years? Oxo-biodegradable plastic does not just fragment, but is consumed by bacteria and fungi. This process continues until it has biodegraded to nothing more than CO2, water, and humus. It does not emit methane (even deep in a landfill); it passes the ecotoxicity tests, and is certified safe for contact with food. It can be recycled and composted in-vessel. The useful life can be ‘programmed’ from as little as a few months to as much as a few years. There is little or no additional cost, as products can be made with the same machinery and workforce as normal plastic
EcoCentric, the eco-homewares company co-founded by TV designer Oliver Heath of BBC TV’s Changing Rooms and ITV’s Dream Homes, has created the most coordinated collection of eco-homewares and lifestyle products available today, offering today’s smart, environmentally attuned customers the chance to combine contemporary design with increased environmental awareness.
All of the products use low levels of energy, are crafted from sustainable materials, or are made using recycled items. More items are being added to the range continually.
With its wide range of stylish home and lifestyle goods, including lighting, soft furnishings, home accessories, toys and stationary, EcoCentric is the perfect place to have a wedding gift list.
Order online from www.ecocentric.co.uk or by phone on 0207 739 3888.
A modern range of FAIRTRADE Mark and 100% organic cotton baby and children's clothing and accessories. The cotton is sourced from over 1500 small farmers through the CHETNA project in India. All cotton is produced without the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers and processed without formaldehyde, solvents, toxic chemicals, chlorines and azodyes. Piccalilly are dedicated to developing ethical and enviromentally friendly products but also believe that you don't have to compromise on style to care. We are also promoting the idea of Feel Good Fashion - clothing to feel good about, as well as good in!
Trichologist and World Master Hairdresser Peter Francis has formulated ‘eco.kid’, a revolutionary professional hair care range which helps prevent head lice, stopping the lice cycle… and it’s safe for the environment. In fact, eco.kid features the first 100% pure essential oil treatment for the control and treatment of head lice. Rather than using chemicals which damage the hair and pollute the waterways, eco.kid products are naturally derived and created with up to 98% organically certified ingredients. The range is also artificial fragrance, colouring and preservative free. The Australian owned and made range contains the Lice Bomb treatment, which delivers an aggressive attack on head lice and their eggs, while being non-toxic and non-aggressive to kids. Other products include Prevent and Prevent Sensitive Shampoo, Nourish Conditioner and Leave-In Tonic that work together to help prevent head lice and Bubbalicious Shaping Paste and Tuff Stuff Hair Clay that are all-natural styling waxes.
It happens to countless homeowners around the end of the year – you make the annual visit to your attic to collect the holiday decorations and what do you find? Spots and blotches covering the bottom of the roof sheathing. Worse yet – it turns out to be attic mold! Learn how to diagnose and correct typical causes of attic mold.
Paperpod have developed an innovative concept in creative toys & furniture for children. We have produced a range of environmentally friendly, cost effective, sturdy, and practical designs made from recycled corrugated cardboard. Everything can be folded flat - an ideal storage solution. Use in the home, childcare setting or school to create a personal touch.
The products include biodegradable drinking cups which can be printed and are ideally suited for coffee bars, outside caterers and events organizers. The cups will biodegrade in weeks, leaving no harmful residues.
People Tree is a pioneering Fair Trade and ecological fashion company, making beautiful clothing and accessories for women, men, children and babies. People Tree products are made to the highest Fair Trade and environmental standards from start to finish and consistently prove that it is possible to wear stylish, exciting and affordable fashion, at the same time as respecting people and planet. People Tree works with 50 Fair Trade groups in 15 developing countries, helping people from some of the world's most marginalized communities use Fair Trade to escape from poverty.
Eco Bloc is a revolutionary new product that is an environmental alternative to polyurethane and polystyrene foams.This new generation of biodegradable packaging is made from various biodegradable polymers to produce a material that gives all of the cushioning properties of plastics but none of the negative environmental drawbacks of these materials.Eco Bloc is extruded into forms that can be converted into blocks, end caps or other shapes that are commonly used in consumer electronics and other industries.Eco Bloc can simply be disposed of with other organic waste by composting.
Samsung's Silver Nano Health System™ is an advanced technology with superb anti bacterial capabilities. Silver has been used throughout the centuries for purification purposes and today is used within hospitals for its antibacterial properties. Samsung's Silver Nano Technology™ divides the silver into 0.1 - 100 nm. When broken into such a small level, silver takes on new antibacterial properties: -Sterilizes clothing at 30 degrees Centigrade -Protects clothes for up to thirty days -Prevents bacterial build up and odors within the drum
SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. (SANYO), the world leader in rechargeable batteries,has launched two new eco friendly products since the end of 2006. First, the “eneloop solar charger”, which can charge eneloop batteries with power generated from the sun. Second, the rechargeable “eneloop kairo” (hand warmer, launched in December 2006). These products are based on the company’s ‘Think GAIA’ vision, expanding the new ‘eneloop’ lifestyle - one that eliminates the need to dispose of batteries. SANYO plans to continue to enlarge its ‘eneloop universe’ based on the company’s ‘Think GAIA’ vision, proposing an existence compatible with enriched life and the environment, through Global Energy Solutions and LOHAS Solutions (Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability).
