VIDEO: Tom Hanks on Letterman - Electric Car

This Letterman segment is from a couple of years ago, but with the recent announcement of California's huge investment into an electric vehicle infrastructure, we thought this relevant.

Plus, we love Tom's lighthearted, yet snarky, humor...

Stuff We Found Today - 11.11.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• Positive Environmental Role Models for Children: Severn Cullis Suzuki Silenced the UN with Speech on Climate Change - (post form Eco Child's Play) "At age 12, she addressed the UN's 1992 Rio Earth Summit and silenced the world for five minutes."
• Growing Up Green: How to Raise an Eco-Aware Child - (post form Eco Child's Play)
  

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• Organic Cotton Baby Leg Warmers, $12 - (baby fashion) Okay, so we think that legwarmers on little baby girls is the cutest (not so cute on full-grown women unless they're in the dance studio). These are organic and only 12 bucks!!
• Billie Joe Armstrong Designs Custom Hemp Convere Sneakers - (post from Ecorazzi) Hey all you Green Day fans!
• A Modest Proposal - (post from DC Goodwill Fashion Blog) A little fashion humor as the "DC Goodwill Fashionista" gives the incoming presidential party a Goodwill fashion makeover...check it out!
• Green Light Special: Eco-Denim 25% Off at Greenloop - There are styles for MEN and women.
  

Tech & Science Stuff

• Deka Revolt Zero-Emission Hybrid Runs on Any Fuel! - (post from Inhabitat) From the guy who created the Segway.
• Portable Solar Power Device - (post from EcoGeek)
• 1 Block Off the Grid's Community Solar Initiative Expanding to 20 US Cities - (post from CleanTechnica) Here's the original post that explains what 1 Block Off the Grid is all about.
• Electric Car Start-Up, Fisker, Opens Huge Center in Michigan - (post from Gas 2.0)
• ElectraDrive - Converts existing cars to electric vehicles...imagine the possibilities!
• The Solar Winged Helios Vehicle - (post from Inhabitat) Now this is a crazy looking car!
  

Nature & Environment Stuff

• 10 Must-See National Parks - (post from TheDailyGreen) Blessed with Yosemite here in California, we forget about all the other amazing national parks throughout the US.
• 7 Exraordinary Examples of Animal Camouflage - (post from WebEcoist) Nature at it's most efficient.
• Climate Watch: The Shrinking Glacier - (post from EarthFirst)
  

Arts, Entertainment & Travel Stuff

• Busy Brooke Shields Helps Kick Off Green Week - (post from Sprig) We love that NBC will be airing "green" PSAs and that mama Brooke will be appearing in them.
• America's First USDA Certified Organic Bar - (post from GreenMuze) Hey, San Francisco, why don't we have one yet??
• The Green Picture: Natalie Portman Wears Vegan Shoes at Glamour Event - (post from Ecorazzi) Looking cute and gorgeous as ever!
  

Website Stuff

• 10 Eco-Chic Websites - (post from Sprig) We particulary love the cheeky sarcasam of StyleWillSaveUs (from across the pond) and ZapRoot (whose videos we post every week).
• And Here It Is: The Green Version of YouTube - (post from Sprig)
  

Green Political Stuff

• Emissions, Green Vehicle Quid Pro Quo for Auto Makers' Bailout - (post from Global Warming is Real)
• Three Quarters of Americans Support Investment in Clean Energy - (post from Red, Green and Blue) Why wouldn't we???
• 5 Terrible Bush Environmental Policies We Hope Obama Fixes - (post from EarthFirst)
  

Gift-Giving & Holiday Stuff

• DIY Eco Speakers, $18 - (post from Sprig) Kids, teens and college students will love these!
  

Other Random Cool Stuff

• America Recycles Day - (post from GreenMuze) November 15th each year.
  

Stuff We Found Today - 10.24.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• Green Bedrooms Help Allergy Sufferers - (post from My Secret Design)

Food Stuff

• WTF, Broccoli? Check Out This Cascadian Farms Package - (post from EarthFirst) If this is for real, this is funny!
  
• Gwyneth Paltrow Unleashes Her Vegan Pancakes Recipe - (post from Ecorazzi) Mmmmm, pancakes!

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• Alima Luminous Shimmer Eyeshadow in Gold Dust - (post from Sprig) We've posted information about Alima Pure makeup before, but we LOVE this gold eyeshadow - HOT when applied wet as an eyeliner.
  
• The Best Scarves to Instantly Update Any Wardrobe - (post from Sprig) We've always adored scarves (chilly up here in NoCal), and these are perfect eco-friendly options.
• Annie's Sweatshop: The Hound Hoodie - (post from Sprig) For those of you prone to dressing up your dogs.
• Stella Neptune vintage Recycled Cashmere Sweater, $72 - (post from Sprig)

Tech & Science Stuff

• Solar-Powered Robotic Lawn Mower - (post from EcoGeek) Not only is it solar, but it does all the work for you!
  
• Wind Powered Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Available in Australia - (post from Gas 2.0) Now that what we need!

School, College & Student Stuff

• PG&E Gives Solar PVs to Schools, Pushes Solar Energy Education - (post from EcoGeek)
  

Nature & Environment Stuff

• New Photo Book Proves That Chevron Caused Ecuador's "Amazon Chernobyl" - (post from EcoWorldly) Pictures speak a million words.
  
• Earthopoly: An Eco-Friendly Toy for Green Kids - (Eco Child's Play) "A take-off on the standard Monopoly (which is all about the money…) with an environmental focus, children collect carbon credits and trade them in for clean air, increasing property values through recycling and reducing." Awesome!!
• 11 Powerful Environmental Messages - (post from TheDailyGreen) Amazing environmental ad campaign images from around the world.
• Frontline's Documentary on Climate Change: "Heat" - You can watch the whole think online (in segments) - 120 minutes total.

Arts, Entertainment & Travel Stuff

• Revenge of the Electric Car Gets a Blog - (post from Ecorazzi) New film from Chris Paine, director of "Who Killed the Electric Car?".
  
• After OneXOne Charity Even, Matt Damon Now Heads To Florida To Help Obama - (post from Ecorazzi) God, we love this guy!
• Movie Review: 24 Hours On Craigslist - (post from The Green Life) "...this multi-award-winning, caffeine-tempo documentary intersperses recountings of "ultimate Craigslist stories" with footage of transactions initiated throughout the San Francisco Bay Area on a single day--August 4, 2003..."
• The 15 Must-See Green Shows on TV Right Now - (post from TheDailyGreen) TV night with the kids anyone?

Website Stuff

• Goop - Gwyneth Paltrow has launched a new website where she shares personal experiences, advice tips and even recipes. The site's not yet fully complete, but you can sign up for the newsletter.
• Best Buy's Vampire Awareness Day - Best Buys educates the public on vampire loads...and has a campy video to help illustrate.

Other Random Cool Stuff

• Kids Ask the Next President to Take a Stand On Climate change - (post from Eco Child's Play)
  
• Carbon Credits for Bridge and Tunnel Crowd - (post from The Green Life)

Stuff We Found Today - 10.20.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• Which Plastics Are Safe - (post from EarthFirst) Video to watch.

Home Stuff

• Green Insulation Leads to Safety and Savings - (post from Green Living Ideas) A list of eco-insulation on the market.
• Feline Furniture You Can Sink Your Claws Into - (post from EcoSalon) You won't be trying to hide these very cool, modern and eco-friendly cat trees.
• A Lick of Eco-Laquer Does The Trick - (post from EcoSalon) Some beautiful laquered pieces for the home.
  

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• More on Natural Anti-Aging Solutions - (post from Organic Makeup and Skincare) "...the top fruits and vegetables you should eat based on their oxygen radical absorbance capacity."
  

Tech & Science Stuff

• How the Aerodynamic, 3-Wheeled Aptera May Remake the Roads - (post from TheDailyGreen) More about this very cool space-age looking electric car.
• Self-Balancing Electric Unicycle: Silly or Innovative? - (post from CleanTechnica) we say both!
• Organic Semiconductor: A Step Towards Self Assembly - (post from EcoGeek) "Quinquethiophene is an organic molecule which European scientists have recently used to develop a self-arranging computer circuit." We can't decide if this is super cool, or super freaky (think Matrix, computers move and think for themselves freaky).
• All Electric MINI Coopers Available in 2009 - (post from EcoGeek) More on the MINI Cooper E.
• New Volage Electric Car Capable of Reaching 160mph - (post from Earthfirst) For you sportcar fanatics - but, really, who needs to go that fast??
  

Work & Business Stuff

• How to Get a Mob of Customer to Your Liquor Stores - (post from EcoLocalizer) "Rather than using traditional, “stick” tactics (protesting, street theater, etc.), Carrotmob offers a “carrot” to businesses that commit to greening themselves..."
  

School, College & Student Stuff

• College Freshman Get Free Bikes If They Leave Their Car at Home - (post from EcoScraps) With all the studying an dorm parties to go to, what freshman needs their car anyways?
• Green College Spotlight: Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, Michigan - (post from EarthFirst) "...the first college to offer an undergraduate major in sustainable business." Awesome, preparing the next generation of ecopreneurs!
  

Arts, Entertainment & Travel Stuff

• The American Museum of Nature's Climate Change Exhibit - (post from GreenMuze)
• Gaia Napa Valley Hotel and Spa is Gold - (post from Feelgood Style) Get away for a long weekend at this Gold LEED Certified eco-friendly spa.
  

Website Stuff

• Earth Promise - Check out this "online community where environmentally conscious people use the site as a platform to document changes in their everyday lives." Read more about it.
  

Other Random Cool Stuff

• 7 Signs the New Energy Economy is Here - (post from TheDailyGreen) Encouraging to see that we are on the right path.
• Being Green in a Tight Economy: Part One - (post from Eco Child's Play) Some simple money saving tips.
• Conflict Over Conflict-Free Diamonds - (post from Green Gretchen)
  

Stuff We Found Today - 10.18.08

Food Stuff

• Homemade Halloween Treat: Maple Candy - (post from Eco Child's Play) You may find yourself making these for yourself!
  

Tech & Science Stuff

• Revealed: Electric Mini E - (post from Autoblog Green). We're lovin' it!
• Want Energy Efficient, Mercury-Free LED Light Bulbs for Your Home? - (post from TheDailyGreen) Looks like there's still work to be done on this technology.
  

Nature & Environment Stuff

• Junk Mail & Global Warming - (post from GreenMuze) Also read about junk mail in our October newsletter (Planet & People Friendly Tip).
  

Other Random Cool Stuff

• October Is Fair Trade Month - (Coco-Zen repost) We're giving away free "I Support Fair Trade" kits all month long - get yours!! Plus, you can earn a $5 Coco-Zen gift certificate - get the details.
  

Stuff We Found Today - 10.16.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• The Cushie Pushie: Supporting Breastfeeding Moms - (post from Eco Child's Play) For you better endowed mamas who breastfeed - available in 100% organic cotton and batting too!
• Newly Pregnant? Here's an 8-Step Crash Course on Going Green - (post from TheDailyGreen)
  

Food Stuff

• Green Sushi Guide - (post from Green Muze)

Home Stuff

• Alternative Construction & Energy Expo 2008 - Being held at Santa Cruz Fair Grounds October 25th and 26th. It is FREE. Construction, landscaping & water workshops for professionals and homeowners, the "Green Zone Family Area," and a "Green" Market Place, featuring over 50 vendors.
• Greenspace - More that just a store, but a showroom and information source for green living. Read more about them.
• A Paper Kitchen - (post from EcoSalon) Green kitchen fixtures with "doors, drawers, panels and counter tops produced from a composite material of 100% post-consumer recycled paper mixed with non-toxic, petroleum-free resin (made from crushed cashews)."

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• Recycled, Eco-Friendly Simply Wood Rings - (post from EarthFirst) Simple, earthy, beautiful rings.
• New Green Magazines From Australia, Sweden and America - (post from Eco-Chick) We can't wait for the launch of Coco Eco Magazine.
• Project Runway Winner Leanne Marshall is an Eco-Fashion Champion - (post from Ecorazzi) More about the winner posted on Jolly Green Girl.
  

Tech & Science Stuff

• More on the Toyota iQ - (post from EcoGeek) Waiting to hear when it will be available in the US.
• Japanese Airport Will Use Snow for 30% of Cooling Needs - (post from CleanTechnica) What do you think - O'Hare? JFK? Denver?
• Japanese Company Develops Electricity-Generating Shoes - (post from CleanTechnica) Perfect for iPod wearing joggers. Those wacky Japanese...
  

Work & Business Stuff

• Green Your Career: Top 10 Sustainable Green-Collar Jobs for the New Economy - (post from EcoSalon) Okay, the title "Emissions Manager" made us giggle...we know, juvenile!
  

Website Stuff

• Kevin Bacon's SixDegrees.Org - (post from Ecorazzi) "...support your favorite charities by donating or creating fundraising badges — as well as check out the favorite causes of other people, including celebrities."

Other Random Cool Stuff

• 5 Easy Ways to Green Your Jack-O-Lantern - (post from Gaiam Life)
  

Stuff We Found Today - 10.15.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• Pint-Size Eco Police: The New Generation of Greenies - (post from EarthFirst) Now, if all us parents can just keep our kids' enthusiasm and reverence for planet & people alive as they get older!
• Idbids for Kids - (post from Eco-Chick) A wonderful kit for kids that "encourages play, learning and caring the earth."

Food Stuff

• New Report: Bottled Water Contains Fertilizer Residue, Pain Medication, & Disinfection Byproducts - (post from The Good Human) Yuck!!!!
  

Home Stuff

• The M-velope: Moveable Sustainable Structures for Work and Play - (post from EcoSalon) Basically a really chic fort for adults...and you can get it at Neiman Marcus for a mere $100K + shipping (yes, we're being sarcastic). Still, it is pretty cool.
• Recycled Newspaper Bench - (post from Environmental Graffiti)
• 10 Eco-Friendly Decorating Ideas That Won't Bust Your Budget - (post from Sprig)
  

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• Hard to Resist Eco-Coats - (post from EcoSalon) Some gorgeous "green" coats to lust after.
• Alkemie Jewelry - Wonderfully organic in design, this line of eco-jewelry is made from 100% reclaimed metals. We adore their rings - scroll through to ring "R4" - our favorite!
• A World First in Biodegradable Beauty Packaging - (post from Feelgood Style)
• Gap Organic Cotton Jeans, $69.50 - (post from Sprig) We were wondering when the this classic Amercian brand was going to go green.
  

Tech & Science Stuff

• Affordable, Local, Now: ZAP's Xebra - (post from Gas 2.0) A 4-door, 3-wheel Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) that's ideal for city driving.
  

Nature & Environment Stuff

• The Crystal Cave of Giants - (post from Environmental Graffiti) The wonders of this planet never cease to amaze us.
• The Weirdest Creature on Earth - (post from Environmental Graffiti) And yes it is...we're not sure what to make of this strange looking little guy.
  

Arts, Entertainment & Travel Stuff

• Recycled Cardboard Sculptures by Mark Langan - (post from EarthFirst) Amazing what you can do with some cardboard!
• Brando Architect Reveals Green Side of Actor's Island Retreat - (post from Ecorazzi) Cool to see that the great Marlon Brando is green even in the afterlife.
• Gwyneth Paltrow Fights Cancer With Biological Foods, T-Shirt - (post from Ecorazzi)
• 40 Close-to-Home Eco Excursions to Try This Fall - (post from Sprig)
  

Website Stuff

• showtheLOVE - Make It All Better - Super cool website that's just the perfect combination of eco-friendly tips, articles and info, mixed with a little green celebrity gossip. "showtheLove.com provides escapism, optimism, activism and sarcasm." Just up our alley!! Read more about them.

Other Random Cool Stuff

• Young Hollywood's Go Out and Vote Vidoes - (post from Ecorazzi) Cool and funny - just take a look.
  

Stuff We Found Today - 10.14.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• 3 States Move to Phase Out Bisphenol-A - (post from TheDailyGreen)
• Raising Baby Green - (post from TheDailyGreen) Some great info and tips here for parents & parents to be.
• Earthwise Kids - Earth-friendly gifts aimed at educating kids on the importance of taking care of our planet. Their gifts sets are wonderful and affordable!
  

Home Stuff

• Smashing Free Standing Dishwasher - (post from EcoSalon) A bit pricey especially since it's only available in the U.K., but sure is lice looking (and eco-freindly)!
• Furniture to Grow On: Sam Kids Collection by MUU - (post from Green Your Decor) Love the cool graphic panels you can switch out.
• Linnear and Lovely: Eco-Friendly BuiltBy Lamps are 20% Off - (post from Green Your Decor) Customize your own eco-friendly lamp.
• Where and How To Recycle Use Moter Oil - (post from The Good Human)
  

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• Green Sheep of the Bush Monarcy? "Lauren Pierce" Launches Eco-Fashion Line - (post from Eco-Chick) Yes, that's Lauren Bush, W's niece.
• The Collective: Eko-Lab - (post from EcoFashionWorld) For you uber eco-fashionistas.
• Fierce Hugs Giveaway - (post from Green & Clean Mom) Fierce hugs, an organic children's clothing line, is giving away an organic cotton tote bag.
• ReFind Originals - Absolutely gorgeous bags made from discarded leather clothing and upholstery. We love that each is unique and has a "vintagey" vibe.
• Badger - Powerfully Pure Body Care - This amazing line of organic body care products is actually USDA Certified Organic, meeting food grade organic requirements even though they're only body care. We're in love with their Cocoa Butter Lip Balm in "Creamy Cocoa" - organic and Fair Trade!
• Indigenous Designs - A cool clothing line that is both organic and Fair Trade. We love their Sacred Valley Wrap Sweater for women and the Organic Cotton Havianna Shirt for little boys.
  

Tech & Science Stuff

• Texas Teen Builds His Own Electric Car on $10,000 Budget - (post form Gas 2.0)
• 59 MPG Toyota iQ is Coming To the U.S. as a Scion - (post from Gas 2.0) Follow up to yesterday's post.
• Introducing the Biofuel Cop Car of the Future - (post form Gas 2.0)
• The Aluminum Mac Brick...Is It Green? - (post from EcoGeek)
• New Electric Car Leaves the Tesla Roadster in Its Dust - (post from EcoGeek)
  

Work & Business Stuff

• Contents of Forclosed Homes Going to the Dump. Where Are the Green Entrepreneurs? - (post from EarthFirst) Hoping that some green entrepreneur reading our blog will jump on this opportunity!
• Are You Ready for a Four Day Work Week? - (post from Sustainablog)
• Downsized? Get a New Green Job! - Signs of Hope in a New Energy Economy - (post from TheDailyGreen)
  

School, College & Student Stuff

• Calling All Filmers: Time to "Chill Out" with NWF and Go Green Tube - (post from Green Living Ideas) It's time for the 3rd annual "Campus Solutions to Global Warming" video contest.
  

Nature & Environment Stuff

• Dry Spring: The Coming Water Crisis of North America - (book) "Telling the story of water, climate and people." Read Sustainablog's review.
  

Arts, Entertainment & Travel Stuff

• Oprah to Address Dark Side of Chicken Farming - (post from Ecorazzi)
  

Website Stuff

• Tip'd: A Social New Site For Business and Financial News - (post from Ecopreneurist)
• Do You Know Your Water Footprint? Find Out at New H2O Calculator Website - (post from Sustainablog)
• Ecologue - A wealth of information for the green and green-curious consumer - videos, tips, and articles.
  

Other Random Cool Stuff

• Need Voting Info? Check "the Google" - (post from EarthFirst)
• 1000 Ideas for Creative Reuse: A Call for Submissions - (post from Crafting Green World)
• PooPooPaper: The Great Elephant Poo Paper Company - Yes, that's right...there's a company that actually makes paper from elephant poop! Read about how they do it, why they do it, and the products they sell.
  

Stuff We Found Today - 10.07.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• Do Babies Exposed to Phthalates Have Smaller Penises? - (post from Treehugger) Parents and parents-to-be, PLEASE READ!

Food Stuff

• CCOF's Organic Beer and Wine Tasting - A great chance for San Francisco and Bay Area locals to tryout some organic brews, wine and spirits - at the Ferry Building on Friday, October 24th from 4 to 8pm.
  

Home Stuff

• A Cabinet That Can Ride Out Your Decorating Whims - (post from EcoSalon) You can change the look of these modular cabinets (made from green materials) just by switching out the front panels - cool!
  

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• Fall Sale at Greenloop.com - Up to 60% off apparel for men and women from Wed, October 8th through Sun, October 12th. Click on the banner below.
  
• Blue Sky Bridal is Seattle's Eco-Friendly Wedding Shop - (post from Feelgood Style)
• Under The Nile - (kids fashion) One of the more affordable children's organic cotton clothing companies we've found. Great for both basics and gift items.
• Revolution Organics All-Over Body Balm - (post from Sprig) They say you can use it ALL-OVER from lips to feet.
• Matt & Nat - Gorgeous vegan bags for both men and women made from recycled materials.
  

Tech & Cyber Stuff

• "Hydrogen Cities" to Build an Economy of Hydrogen Cars Over the Next Decade - (post from Sustainablog) Looks like California is leading the way.
• Audi To Launch Small Affordable Electric Cars - (post from Gas 2.0)
• Tubular Solar Panels Slash Costs, Boost Efficiency - (post from EcoGeek)
  

Work & Business Stuff

• The Furniture Trust - Keep old office furniture out of landfills. Recycle and donate them to non-profits.

Nature & Environment Stuff

• How Sunk Battleships are Converted into New Ecosystems - (post form Environmental Grafitti)
  

Website Stuff

• CG Kids - Created by the daughter of CynerGreen founders, this is a cool website "where kids can talk about the environment...about what is happening to our earth, look at videos, read the latest news and research and more."
• Green Halloween - Great tips and information for greening up your Halloween.
  

Other Random Cool Stuff

• The Coolest Apartment Block on Earth - (post from Environmental Grafitti) It's in Germany, but it's pretty neat to look at.
• ChicoBag - Helping to Green Your Halloween - (post from Sustainablog) Great idea if your kids don't already have a trick-or-treat bag to use. We love ChicoBag - read this article and you'll understand why.
• Hawaii to Get Electric Car Battery-Sharing Program - (post from Gas 2.0)
• MoMA's Recycled Cardboard Dollhouse, $35 - (post from Sprig)
• Starbucks: Wasting Up to 6 Million Gallons of Water Every Day - (post from Eat. Drink. Better)
  

Stuff We Found Today - 10.06.08

Food Stuff

• Amazing Pumpkin Spice Cookies - (post from Eat. Drink. Better.) Just in case you didn't know what to do with the insides of your Jack-o-lantern.
  

Home Stuff

• Glasses Made from Salvaged Beer Bottles - (post from Re-Nest) Pretty and unique, these glass tumblers would make great gifts.
  

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• Reuse-A-Shoe: Nike Shoe Recycling Program - "...where worn-out athletic shoes of any brand are collected, processed and recycled into material used in sports surfaces like basketball courts, tennis courts, athletic fields, running tracks and playgrounds for young people around the world." Read how it works.
• Vegan Queen Eco It Bag - (post from EcoSalon) For all you high end fashionistas, here's a luxury bag that also good to the planet.
• derma e Fruit Enzyme Facial Scrub, $11.95 - (post from Sprig)
  

Tech & Cyber Stuff

• European B Zero EV - Tres Chic - (post from EcoGeek) Cute looking 4-passenger electric car - wonder if we'll be able to get them here.
  

School, College & Student Stuff

• Green College Spotlight: Northland College in Ashland, Wisconsin - (post from Earthfirst)
  

Nature & Environment Stuff

• Our Love of Olive Oil May Destroy the Mediterranean - (post from EcoSalon) This article points out that there are domestic olive oils that maybe we should consider.
• Hundreds of Lost Penguins Get a Lift Back Home in a Brazilian Airforce Jet - (post from Planetsave)
• One in Four Mammals at Risk of Extinction - (post from Planetsave)
  

Other Random Cool Stuff

• 10 Ways to Improve Your Car's Gas Mileage - (post from EcoLocalizer)
• IKEA to Become Plastic Bag Free - (post from EcoScraps) Oh, those Swedes...smart and eco-friendly.
  

Stuff We Found Today - 10.03.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• Beauty as Pain Relief Remedy - (post from EcoSalon) If only we could always be surrounded by beauty...
  

Home Stuff

• Environment Furniture - Absolutely gorgeous furniture that are also environmentally sustainable. We LOVE the V Peroba Bed and the Natal Dining Table.
  

Tech & Cyber Stuff

• Brazilian Professor Invents Solar Powered Wifi Access Point - (post from EcoLocalizer)
• The New Peapod - (post from GreenMuze) From Chrysler, "a funky looking, next generation neighbourhood electric car scheduled for production in 2009."

School, College & Student Stuff

• L.A. Colleges Go Green - (post from Greenopia)
  

Cool Website Stuff

• Stop Global Warming Virtual March - Join the "march" without breaking a sweat or even getting out of your PJs. Here you can also learn about simple things you can do in your daily life to make a positive difference.
  

Other Random Cool Stuff

• Solar Investment Credit Finally Passed - (post from EcoGeek) Woohoo!!
• U.S. Government Will Buy $7,500 of Your Chevy Volt - (post from EcoGeek) Based on tax credits the Bill gives to buyers of plug-in vehicles.
• 5 Incredible Underwater Habitats - (post from Environmental Graffiti) Yes, these are for real!
• 30 Green Ways to Stretch Your Family's Budget - (post from Eco Child's Play) We've heard many of these before, but this is a nice reminder of things we can do.
• The Big Bank That Didn't Fail: Microfinance, the Bank of the Poor - (post from Red Green and Blue) Amidst all the financial chaos, this nice to hear.
  

Stuff We Found Today - 10.01.08

Food Stuff

• The Ultimate, and Ancient, Amber Brew - (post from EcoScraps) "...brewing new beers from 25-million to 45-million-year-old yeast." Jurassic beer??
• When Life Gives You Raspberries, Add Vodka - (post from Eat. Drink. Better.) Cocktail anyone?
  

Home Stuff

• Decor - Green Console-ation - (post from EcoSalon) A bit pricey, but a really cool looking TV console.
  

Tech & Cyber Stuff

• Scientists Create Energy-Producing Solar Paint - (post from CleanTechnica)
• World's First 100% Renewable Jet Fuel Is Created - (post from Gas 2.0)
• SSC to Produce the World's Fastest Electric Car - (post from Gas 2.0) For all you eco-speedsters.
  

School, College & Student Stuff

• 11 Ways to Go Green on a College Budget - (post from TheDailyGreen) Easy, simple tips.
  

Arts, Entertainment & Travel Stuff

• Tsunami Hits New York City - (post from Environmental Graffiti) Witty works of art from our refuse.

Other Random Cool Stuff

• 10 Easy (Free) Steps You Can Take To End Poverty Today - (post from Sustainablog)
• Imagine a $700 Billion Bailout for the Environment - (post from Red Green and Blue) One could only wish...
  

Stuff We Found Today - 9.26.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• Think Green! - (kids book) "...a wonderfully illustrated children’s book about simple ways kids and adults can help keep our world green and clean." A great book for 3-8 yr olds. Read review on About.com.
  

Food Stuff

• Kids Konserve - Great reusable lunch containers to reduce all those plastic baggies, and a nice alternative to plastic containers. These were designed for school lunches, but adults can certainly use them too.
  

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• Green By Nature - A natural bath and body care line that's "free of parabens, sulfates, DEA, petroleum, propylene glycol, sacchrine, dioxin, and phthalate...infused with beneficial plant extracts, essential oils and botanical essences..." We love its afforadability and that you can find it at Target!
• A Round Up of Eco-Friendy Clutch Purses - (post from EcoStilletto) Some planet friendly clutches for all you purse lovers. There's special discounts on some of these too - see post.
• The Body Deli - An amazing line of organic body care products made from raw (yes, RAW) fruits and vegetables. Some of the products are even kept refrigerated to preserve their freshness - read more about this line that celebs are swooning over.
  

Tech & Cyber Stuff

• Green Computer Roundup - (post from Earthfirst) We posted a few of these computers in the past, but here they are all lined up.
• Where Do Satellite Go When They Die - (post from Environmental Graffiti) Take a look at these pictures - a little creepy.
• Mini Kin Juices Gadgets with Wind Power - (post from CleanTechnica) Can't wait to hear more about this little gadget.
  

, Entertainment & Travel Stuff

• Who Killed the Electric Car - (movie) Released in 2006, this documentary "investigates the events leading to the quiet destruction of thousands of new, radically efficient electric vehicles." Now available on DVD - Netflix, anyone?
  

Stuff We Found Today - 9.23.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• Cell Phones May Be Unsafe for Teens - (post from TheDailyGreen) "Another study has added to growing concerns among some scientists that cell phones - particularly when used by younger people - could increase the risk of a rare brain cancer."
• Green Halloween - Offers tips to have a healthier and greener Halloween, including some great alternatives to passing out candy.
• Pedoodles Eco Kicks for Kids - (post from Eco Chick) Cute eco-friendly shoes for kids.
  

Tech & Cyber Stuff

• Robotic Prius Takes Itself for a Spin Around SF - (post from CNET News) Cool or creepy - you decide.
• 5 Green Ways to Dispose of that Old Cell Phone - (post from EcoLocalizer)
• Chrysler to Sell Electric Cars in US as Early as 2010 - (post from Gas 2.0) An electric version of Chrysler's Voyager MPV.
• Ploggs Track Power Usage, Lets You Know Wirelessly - (post from EcoGeek) It's currently only availabe in Europe, but we thought this gadget was so cool, we had to post it.
• Solar Parking Lots: Charge While You Park - (post from EcoGeek) This would be amazing if a reality. Electric cars could "fill up" while out on the road, not just at home.
  

Nature & Environment Stuff

• World Consumption Exceeds Resources After Today - (post from TheDailyGreen) An interesting, yet alarming article - everyone should read and pass along.
  

Other Random Cool Stuff

• Babymomento - Custom online birth announcements and holiday e-cards.
• SustainLane's 2008 US City Sustainability Rankings - Check to see where your city ranks on sustainablility. See which cities made the top 3 and why.
  

Stuff We Found Today - 9.18.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• Cars Are Hurting Our Children: Air Pollution and Infant Health - (post from Eco Child's Play) Interesting reading for any parent.
• Everything You Need to Know About Bisphenol A - (post from TheDailyGreen) A great compilation of articles/posts worth reading on the subject, including a guide to understanding all those plastic recycling numbers.
• Diapers.com: Save $10 on First Purchase of $49 or More - (Use coupon code "JXYC9302") Did you know that you can get lot of green baby products from this online retailer? Plus, you get free shipping when you spend $49 or more. Way better than lugging those huge cases of diapers at the store.
  

Food Stuff

• Blue Planet Run - The Race to Provide Safe Drinking Water to the World - (Book) Won the Independent Publishers Award for book "Most Likely to Save the Planet". Read Planetsave's review.
• 5 Fall Foods That Will Boost Your Health (and Meal Ideas, Too) - (post from Eat. Drink. Better.) We're looking forward to trying ou the Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese recipe, mmmmmm.
• Panzanella - (post from Eat. Drink. Better.) Perfect for leftover bread and all those amazing tomatoes at the farmers' markets right now.
• 5 Foods Pregnant Women Should Eat Organic - (post from TheDailyGreen) Recommendations from Dr. Alan Greene, author of "Raising Baby Green".
  

Home Stuff

• Argington: Modern Children's Furniture - This company offer beautiful modern designs that are both kid and planet friendly. Read about their Green Attitude. Though the prices may be a bit steep for those of us on a budget, the pieces are waaaay cool - we love the Taj Chair and the Galap Rocker.
• GoodGuide - A website that offers “the world’s largest and most reliable source of information on the health, environmental, and social impacts of the products in your home.” Not only does it have a huge database of product information and give recommendations, but there are great features and applications like "Create Your Shopping List" that also sends your list to your cell phone.
  

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• Project Runway Frontrunner is Eco-Chic - (post from Feelgood Style) Guess who we're rooting for?

Tech & Cyber Stuff

• 12 Year Old Boy Invents New Type of Solar Cell - (post from CleanTechnica) Yeah, you read that right...a 12 year old boy!
• Castagna Electrifies the Fiat 500 - (post from CleanTechnica) Okay...now this is a cute electric car!
  

Nature & Environment Stuff

• 20 Most Incredible Desert Oases - (post from Environmental Graffiti) Again, some amazing pictures of nature.
• More Beautiful Options for Organic Flowers - (post from Feelgood Style) Lists some great website where you can order US grown organic flowers to send.
  

Arts, Entertainment & Travel Stuff

• Stan Slaughter's Collection of Eco Music - (post from Eco Child's Play) Okay, we're not going to begin to try and explain this guy's music - just read the post. All we have to say is that you & your kids can truly rock out to some environmentally friendly lyrics. Have a listen.
• 10 Best Eco-Themed Movies for Kids - (post from TheDailyGreen) They're fun for the adults, too!
  

Other Random Cool Stuff

• Netflix Origami - Totally useless, but a fun time waster. Hey, Netflix lets us reuse most of the envelope to return their DVDs, now we can do something with that paper flap that gets torn off.
  

Stuff We Found Today - 9.12.08

Beauty & Fashion Stuff

• Rehash Clothes - An online venue where you can trade clothes, accessories and books with others. Why buy when you can swap?
  
• Collete Kids - Super cute unisex onesies in organic cotton that are perfect for handing down to younger siblings - brother or sister! *PS - Only the onesies are made from organic cotton.

Tech & Cyber Stuff

• Ultralight Electric Plane Makes Flying Cheaper Than Driving - (post from EarthFirst.com) Can you imagine if we all had our own personal electric planes?!!
• Alaskan Police Pull Over Solar "UFO" Car - (post from EcoGeek) I might of though we were being invaded if I saw this thing zipping by.
  

Nature & Environment Stuff

• 7 Places Global Warming is Smacking the Crap Out of the Earth Right Now - (post from EarthFirst.com) The title says everything.
  

Arts, Entertainment & Travel Stuff

• Reverb - Founded by Adam Gardner (singer & guitarist for the band Guster) and his wife, "Reverb greens up summer tours, making sure that all that partying has as small a footprint on the earth as possible." Read more in EarthFirst.com's post.
  

Other Random Cool Stuff

• EarthFirst.com - Read the post from Eco-Chick to understand why you need to read this sarcastically funny and informative online publication. We'll definitely be passing along quite a few posts from here.
• Poor Diddy Flying Commercial Due to High Gas Prices - (post from EarthFirst.com) Okay, so we thought we'd interject a little sarcasm here.
• 10 Green Things Even George Bush Could Do - (post from EarthFirst.com) While you've probably heard these tips before, the doctored up photos of George W will hopefully give you a few chuckles.
• Arnold Schwarzenegger Tells You How to Drive with EcoDriving USA - (post from EcoGeek) This one is for all you Arnold fans.
  

Stuff We Found Today - 9.11.08

Family, Kids & Health Stuff

• Enjoy Safe & Healthy Bath Time with Baby from Day One - (post from Eco Child's Play) This is a must read for parents of little kids. I never thought about the mold growing in my toddler's squirt toys...which he loves to squeeze into his mouth - YIKES!

Food Stuff

• Eatz - Ever wanted to take a cooking class, but felt too intimidated? Well, if you live in the LA area, check out Eatz - fun, small cooking classes in a dinner party environment, held in a private residence. You can even reserve your own private party cooking class for you and your wanna-be-chef friends. Read more in DailyCandy.
• Tomato Crouton Casserole - (post from Eat.Drink.Better.) This is a wonderful and very easy recipe for all those gorgeous ripe tomatoes at the farmer's market right now.
  

Home Stuff

• Find Renewable Energy for Your Home - Looking to buy renewable energy and/or renewable energy certificates (RECs) to offset your energy consumption? Check on Green-e's website for a certified supplier near you. Coco-Zen buys RECs from Village Green Energy.
  

Tech & Cyber Stuff

• Aptera's Electric & Hybrid Cars - (post from Gas 2.0) For those of who have heard the name Aptera, but have no idea what green car aficionados are talking about...
• Air Cars vs. Elecrtic Cars vs. Hybrids - Which are Greener? - (post from Gas 2.0) Yes, there is such a thing as an air car.
• The First City in the U.S. to Make Natural Gas from Our Poop - (post from Planetsave) That's right folks...poop.
  

Nature & Environment Stuff

• Surfing the Longest Wave in the World - (post from Environmental Graffiti) Where the Amazon River meets the Atlantic Ocean, South Americans hold their annual Pororoca Surf Championship.
• 30 Million Trees are Cut Down Annually for Books Sold in the U.S. - (post from Planetsave) Hmmm, maybe e-books aren't such a bad thing.
  

Arts, Entertainment, Living & Other Cool Stuff

• Sustainable Living Road Show - A caravan of educators and entertainers touring the country in biofuelled vehicles spreading the word about green living. Check to see if there's a stop near you - educational & fun for the family. Watch their promo video.
• Sex, Drugs, Gifts Uncovered in Government Oil Probe - (post from CNN) WHAT??!!! Sorry, we don't normally post political subjects, but this just has to be passed along.