Green Gadget of the Week!

Check this out!! We will soon see in stores a mobile phone that allows you to charge it by twirling it around your finger.  It is called Rotel and is one of the first "green" concepts devised for the cellular world. Not only is it eco-friendly due to its energy efficiency but it's also sleek and trendy.  Take a look!

YouTube: PlanetGreenTV

Hey everyone!  Back again with some really cool recommendations.  First off, we just finished surfing YouTube, a habit that so many develop through periods of boredom and free time, and we came across one channel that we believe is definitely worth checking out -- PLANETGREENTV.  This channel is packed with extremely interesting material all about people and places that are going green.  Granted, most of the innovations shown in these videos are super expensive to construct and implement.  However, it is simply the thought of educating oneself that keeps us watching, and that certain knowledge of innovative green technologies is definitely worth our time, especially if it is obtained through truly entertaining channels.  But don't take our word for how great the channel is, have a look for yourself!

GREEN JUSTICE! Make a stand against "environmentally-challenged" people!

Hey everyone! We're back again with another great find.  This one is actually like nothing we've ever seen before.  Green-minded, creative, and extremely innovative, the PEOPLE for GREEN JUSTICE blog site is amazing.  I know its one of those things that everyone thinks about, "how do I confront someone I know about their non-green habits?"  Well, here is one possible answer for you! On this site, you can now file claims and complaints about people who you catch in the act... and manage to maintain complete anonymity if you'd like.  Perfect, right?  Call out whomever you like for violations of green principles and ways of life.

Also, I would check out the couple of t-shirts available for purchase through ETSY ads on the site... pretty funny stuff.

Renowned Author CRISSY TRASK Proves GREEN MATTERS

We recently stumbled across a top green blog and website, Green Matters, which is flawlessly operated by bestselling green author Crissy Trask.  She offers a huge array of information and consultation.  Our favorite aspect of her site is the Green Tips tab she has, where a visitor can very easily find tips and information on products he or she can purchase to become a more earth-conscious consumer.  Definitely check out Green Matters if you have the heart and can find the time!

Paper Cups: Things of the Past, Thanks to COPCO!

This morning I was reminded to post on this blog by a seemingly insignificant object that, upon closer examination, really is super important in my life -- my COPCO Hot Beverage To Go Cup!  Ha.  In all seriousness though, it is something I consider to be one of the best purchases I have ever made.  I never ever struggle with paper cups that sometimes leak, that are extremely hot to the touch, and that I have to dispose of when I'm finished drinking.  Now, I use my COPCO... I have three in all, and I take them straight to the coffee shop when I don't have time to brew my own Cup of Joe (it's a standard 16oz. cup, so most places will charge you for the 16oz. size).  COPCO also makes a very cool Cold Beverage To Go Cup which has become very popular as well. 

The "Green" Approach to Lawncare

April is here, and it is time to make our lawns look lush and beautiful.  Oftentimes we use fertilizers to promote healthy and timely growth of our grass.  Despite the wonderful effect that fertilizers may have on our lawns, they can be very detrimental to the environment.  The main issue is that a lot of fertilizers contain the element phosphorus, which enhances plant growth.  However, rainfall causes phosphorus and other elements to run off into the various bodies of water surrounding our communities.  Phosphorus is a natural element that is necessary to life, but too much of it can create an over-abundance of plant life within bodies of water.  When this happens, the natural balance of eco-systems can be destroyed.  Additionally, excess phosphorus run-off has a negative impact on animal life due to reduction of  available oxygen caused by the excess plant life.  When this happens, bodies of water turn green and unattractive.  Consequently, fishermen are negatively impacted by low fish populations, thereby having a deleterious effect on the economy. 
 

Please do your part this spring and take the environment into consideration.  Look for fertilizers that are phosphorus free!!