We did a little research into some smart phone applications that make "going green" easy. Here are some of the top ones that we found:
iRecycle- (Available on iOS) This free application makes recycling easier, in a sense. Now, with iRecycle, people have access to over 1,000,000 ways to recycle various everyday materials. The app also includes information on recycling locations, news regarding sustainability, and social sharing features. This app is great if you are looking for a rather simple way to start making a shift towards becoming more energy efficient. (iRecycle currently has a
Green Genie- (Available on iOS) This next app was voted #1 by Techcrunch.com and costs $0.99. However, despite the cost, through the information, tips, and resources that are available within this app, users have deemed it totally worth it. Within the app you can expect to find news, green vocabulary, certified green products, links to various cost saving resources. Users also have the ability to share eco-friendly strategies with people from all over the world. (Green Genie currently has a 3 1/2 out of 5 star average based on 166 user ratings)
GoodGuide- (Available on iOS and Android) GoodGuide is the perfect application for ensuring that you are using products that are both healthy and eco-friendly. Users open GoodGuide and then use their mobile device to scan the barcodes of products. GoodGuide allows you to set customized preferences about products and then pairs the items that you scan with those set preferences. Also, GoodGuide features the social rankings of over 120,000 consumer products. This allows consumers to see how the public has ranked certain products in terms of factors such as nutrition, animal rights, and environmental impact, to name a few. (GoodGuide currently has a 4/5 start review based on 161 reviews)
Tune in for more updates on eco-friendly apps that hit the marketplace!
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