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In the northeast Indian state of Tripura, scientists at the Department of Forest Research and Development have introduced new methods of cultivating bamboo which promise quicker establishment and higher yields of a crop that is already characterized by its heartiness and speed of growth. The process involves growing bamboo in environmentally controlled conditions, then using [...]
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Too often the thought of eco-friendly clothing conjures up images of severe trousers, ill-fitting shirts and garments nothing short of a burlap sack. Thankfully for shoppers and Mother Earth alike, that is not the case. Eco-friendly garments are available in modern styles, trendy colors and flattering fits. Even if you haven’t read your Guide to [...]
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Trader Joe’s has come under fire recently over accusations that the trendy grocery store is habitually wasting food. The chorus of public outcry from a recent documentary film showing workers dumping large quantities of salvageable food into dumpsters. I must say, I feel for the big company in this case, not because I would for [...]
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Over the course of the past decade, cotton production in the United States has decreased substantially. Consequently, American distributors and retailers are increasingly dependent on foreign crops and cotton prices stand to fluctuate in accordance with the activity of foreign markets, the policies of foreign governments, and the effects of foreign weather and disasters. Presently, [...]
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In a land of excess, it would be easy to indulge in whims rather than make serious environmental choices. And many celebrity estates do boast excess with everything from golden toilets (not kidding!) to private landing strips but thankfully some celebs take their purchasing power seriously and have opted for sustainability, resource conservation and “green” [...]
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After the wedding and the fun of the honeymoon comes the challenge of setting up the newlywed nest. This tricky step of combining two households (and two decorating tastes) is a wonderful opportunity to choose eco-friendly styles and products for your home. Keep in mind, that we’re not advocating you throw away items you currently [...]
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Bamboo clothing, organic cotton, hemp fibre – all materials that pop into the head when discussing alternative fabrics. They are not mainstream (yet) and offer alluring choices of comfort and in many cases, a more eco-friendly clothing option. And while more designers are choosing to use these fabrics, for some, the materials are simply not [...]
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The word lingerie started off as an English euphemism for scandalous underclothing, and while today’s lingerie can still be shocking we certainly don’t talk of it in hushed tones. Evolving from simple tunics to the Wonder Bra, lingerie is a staple in women’s wardrobes and for the green consumer, bamboo clothing offers choices that are [...]
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Parenting is tough. Not only are you charged with raising a child to be physically and emotionally healthy but also socially responsible. In this age of melting ice-caps, overflowing landfills and dwindling natural resources , it’s more important than ever to raise an eco-friendly child. Here are some ways you can instill environmentally conscious values: [...]
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Before clothing reaches your closet, there is a lifespan to that material that began from the ground up. The planting process itself has just as much an effect on the environment as the manufacturing process. And beyond the latest styles, there is a larger trend evolving in the world of fashion. Consumers are choosing more [...]
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Rachel McAdams, known for her roles in Mean Girls, The Notebook and The Family Stone, recently put forth a unique call to action to help the environment. McAdams would like for women around the world to make the switch to bamboo underwear. That’s right – changing your underwear can help change the world. “A sexy green [...]
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Knitting evokes the image of little old ladies sitting around their nursing home in rocking chairs stitching together scarves and blankets and sweaters for all their grandkiddies. But knitting is not for just for grandmas anymore! After suffering a downturn in popularity in the 80s when efficiency and modernity were all the rage, knitting is [...]
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From Victorian times where men would retreat to their studies with smoking jackets to the bulky dressing gowns of the 1940s that women could wear around their homes, the history of loungewear has existed predominantly behind closed doors. Only in the 1970s did it become acceptable to wear loungewear outside the house, but people were [...]
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Referred to as “the Black Diamond” in Japan and Southeast Asia, bamboo charcoal fibre use is an emerging trend in the fashion industry as manufacturers look to combine fashion with function. Green Earth News previously wrote about the numerous benefits of bamboo charcoal so it should come as no surprise that those benefits extend to [...]
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Meaning “union” in Sanskrit, the practice of yoga is based on creating a balance of emotion, action and intelligence through the development of strength and flexibility through a performance of poses. Through exercise, breathing and meditation, yogis believe that we can attain harmony within ourselves and our environment. There are numerous benefits to practicing yoga: [...]
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I’m not exactly sure what this says about our society, but when my daughter went off to college her dorm room was approximately the same size as a prison cell, and furnished nearly the same as well. Besides the beds and two pressboard desks, the only other furniture was a 40 in. wide by 36 [...]
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If you’re living an eco-conscious lifestyle these days, you put out your recycling each week, dispose of any chemical wastes from your house properly, and you seek out organic options when you shop for groceries. But if you’re doing all of these earth-friendly activities wearing a cotton t-shirt, you could be hurting the environment more [...]
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