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Monthly Archives: August 2007
‘GROW’: Digg the Earth
Grow is a brand new social bookmarking system that has been launched by AboutMyPlanet.com. I really like the graphic elements and a news sharing site that is focused on the environment is simply a good idea whose time has come. … Continue reading
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Adventures at the Mall: Toys or Us
I was stuck in an airport for over 24 hours this week. I wasn’t really confined to the terminal, I took the opportunity to visit a large mall. I have the good fortune of living in an isolated area that … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, PlasticLess Tips, Toys
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Independent Retailers Take Steps to Reduce Plastic Waste
Pete’s Frootique is an iconic store in Nova Scotia, Canada. They are not waiting for municipal governments to step in with regard to plastic bags. After giving ample warning, they will start charging five cents for every shopping bag. This … Continue reading
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Handmade Post Consumer Cardboard CD Sleeves
This isn’t that topical. I just happened to find this video showing a recording artist producing her own EP covers for her independent release. I would encourage anyone who is marketing music, movies, software, or whatever you might be marketing … Continue reading
Posted in Alternatives, Environment, Inspiration
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Big News: U.S. Government Panel on BPA
U.S. Center for the Evaluation of Risks to Human Reproduction (CERHR), had a panel examine whether exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) presents a risk to human development and reproduction. This week they unanimously concluded that there is some risk. Some … Continue reading
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My Proposal to Coca-Cola and Pepsi
Pepsi is changing the labeling on its Aqua-Fina bottled water to state that it is produced using a public water supply as its source. Coca Cola’s Dasani is also purified tap water. Back in 2001, Coke was talking about piping … Continue reading
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Coffee Storage
If you purchase whole coffee beans in bulk from a roaster, you will not only reduce your plastic use, but you will also have fresher coffee. The best way to store whole coffee beans is in a ceramic container with … Continue reading
Posted in Food
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Plasticless List
One thing that I do regularly is to do a quick Google search for ‘plastic’ news. Today, I inadvertently typed ‘plasticless’ instead. Not surprisingly, this blog tops the list. Number two is Plasticless Lists. The goal of this page is … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Health and Beauty, Inspiration, PlasticLess Tips
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