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Boldly Go Where No Tote Bag Has Gone Before
– Sunday, March 28th, 2010
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In that every day hustle and bustle, we’ve all seen those boring, reusable shopping bags and bland, carry-all totes. Don’t get us wrong—they’re eco-friendly so they’re totally great—but we’ve got something to show you that’s more, well… hip. New to Verde Lifestyles is a line of Organic Cotton Tote Bags that can please everyone from the most traditional likes to the bold and trendy needs.
These vibrant, earth-inspired totes are for you daring, environmentally-friendly folk. Adorable nature prints adorn the entirety of the bag and are sure to catch the eye of those passer-bys. Measuring approximately 12.5″ wide, 14.5″ tall and 17″ deep, the bags function perfectly as reusable shoppers or daily tote bags. They only cost $17.95, so don’t be afraid to make a green [or blue!] statement!
This subtle striped tote is for our less intrepid crowd. Clean, green stripes against an ivory background add just enough oomph to this reusable tote bag. Priced at $34.00, this tote is a bit larger than the bags described above. It’s great for toting your daily essentials and can easily carry an abundance of groceries. Be careful, though—once everyone sees you keeping the world green with this classic tote, you’ll be fighting them off with a stick!
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Take an Eco-Friendly Vacation More than a Hike Away!
– Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010
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The green movement has finally spread to the travel world! After much demand, several eco-friendly hotels have been popping up all over the globe. Although the most environmentally-friendly vacation includes taking a hike and spending the night below the stars, there are now other viable options. While there are several outstanding green hotels, we thought you’d most enjoy this one: voted the most eco-friendly hotel in the world, the Hamanasi Resort in Belize is the best in its game!
Hamansi began building with environment conservation in mind. They built around the existing trees, leaving animals’ homes and “nature’s air conditioners” intact. When they ran out of space? They built luxury tree houses in the forest! Down on the beach, Hamansi left a strip of vegetation six feet wide past the point of high tide. This little strip heavily reduces erosion and minimizes silting, which eventually chokes the reef. They have set aside over 10 acres around the hotel, keeping it as a stunning nature preserve. This preserve adjoins the swampland savanna which overlooks the Maya Mountains.
Not only is the Hamansi Resort built on eco-friendly ideals, but they maintain these practices in daily routines. All fruit and vegetable scraps are added to the compost pile and used to maintain the rich lands. When replanting, they minimize the use of pesticides and chemical based fertilizers. Old room linens are used for cleaning tools [just like we suggest!] to eliminate waste. The icing on the cake? Any leftover products are distributed to local community! The Hamansi Resort produces virtually no waste, recycles every product, and gives back to the planet by maintaining nature’s natural beauty. Hamansi is a great role model for every resort out there!
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AShirtBag: Michigan Non-Profit
– Friday, March 19th, 2010
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So you know when you’re online and then you see a another cool website, and then another and all of a sudden you forget what you were doing in the first place? Totally happened this Wednesday, but the search actually started offline. I was at Avalon International Breads in Detroit and saw the back of an employee’s shirt had the website RecycleHere.net. I also work with a recycling company, RecycleMax, so I thought I would check it out. RecycleHere.net is a community based recycling center. (Detroit does not have city wide recycling). But I also came across AShirtBag.org, another Michigan based company… AShirtBag is a non-profit that offers educational programs to low-income children throughout Metro Detroit. The main program, 7 Things You Can Do in 7 Days to Save Our Environment, is in partnership with school science departments and teaches conservation. Their mission is to create awareness about the “devastating effects of plastic and paper shopping bags and the energy that is lost in their production”. Facts: ”The US disposes of 100 billion plastic bags annually. Paper bags generate 70% more air pollution than plastic and 50% more water pollution. It takes 91% more energy to recycle a pound of paper than a pound of plastic.”  Unison Porter Tote Verde Lifestyles’ Unison Porter Tote P.S. We have more tote’s coming soon!
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Turn Your Garden Shed Into a Garden Studio
– Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
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A blog post about garden sheds? Yes, I know! But there is your traditional garden shed used for storing garden tools and then your garden shed that is not only sustainable but that can act as an office, entertaining room, or conservatory. Check out my favorite finds…  Ultra Energy Efficient Shed by Energyspace “A state of the art workspace that makes a minimal or zero contribution to global climate change in every aspect of its design, construction, energy-use, and life cycle.” Not for the faint of heart, these manufactured sheds are insulated, sited for passive solar gain, and have solar panels on the roof.  Modern Greenhouse Office Shed Who wouldn’t want to a. have a greenhouse in their garden and b. use it as a workspace?  Reclaimed Wood Shed This shed was built with wood from a fence, a great summer project to tear down the fence and build a shed!  Solardome If you work at home and often find yourself distracted, how about a Solardome in the backyard! They are light and airy and come with a lock.  Trailer Office Shed If you have an old trailer, why not move it to the garden? It has all of the space you would need for storage and amenities for an office that’s only a stone throw’s away from home.  Greenroof & Skylight Shed Ok so maybe the sky lights are a little much, but a green roof is perfect for a garden shed.
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Save Three Times With 30% Off Our Longer Lasting, Soy Candles!
– Friday, March 12th, 2010
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I know what you’re all thinking. “Can you even save three times in one purchase?” In these economically challenging times, we know the importance of such questions. And the answer is “YES!” Each candle is made in Michigan from 100% soy wax. All materials are environmentally friendly, including metal free wicks. Read on to find out about the triple savings on these delicious, eco-friendly candles from Verde Lifestyles!
Savings #1: It’s pretty straightforward! For a limited time, you can save 30% on our fall collection of soy candles! Savings #2: In addition to the discount, these organic candles are will burn for much longer than a typical candle. This means with the purchase of each candle, you’re saving yourself the cost [and trouble] of replacing it sooner. Savings #3: is the most important, so pay attention! By burning soy candles, you can save the environment [and your health]! There are many benefits to using soy candles. Soy wax is non-toxic and burns cleaner than paraffin. Most common non-soy candles produce soot which can blacken walls and contaminate ventilation systems. Soot can also add toxic carcinogens into the fresh air you’re breathing. Soy wax burns slower and cooler than other waxes, which creates a longer burning candle that you can enjoy for a long time. Soy wax is also beneficial to farmers because soy bean cultivation stimulates agricultural and economical growth. Most importantly, soy is a biodegradable and renewable resource, thus helping the planet and all of it’s inhabitants. So there you have it! Three big savings for the purchase of these delicious-smelling, soy wax candles from Verde Lifestyles today!
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Oscar-worthy, Biodegradable Dress
– Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
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Eco-Friendly Fashion is Not to Be Ignored, Part II
– Saturday, March 6th, 2010
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High-end fashion will no longer be associated with slave labor and animal furs. The Green Movement has swept the fashion industry, proving eco-friendly fashion does not necessarily mean dreadlocks and hemp frocks. Exhibit B: Linda Loudermilk’s groundbreaking line of clothing and accessories for the green male or female. [Continued from Part I]
Named one of the top 20 innovators to watch by W Magazine, Linda Loudermilk is continuing to change the way we think about environmentally-friendly fashion. Her personal goal is to “ignite expressiveness, encourage clarity in the choices of daily life, and through awareness bring about gratitude of this planet, our home, within which we reside and from which we are fed.” The history of Linda Loudermilk fashion is a simple one: live a life of luxury that does not damage Earth, but replenish it. She trademarked the term “luxury eco™” and was the first designer to create a luxury+eco lifestyle brand. All products are made from the sustainable fabrics “that she researched and developed, targeted towards the most demanding luxury consumer. She began using organic textiles that are woven from natural sources like bamboo, SeaCell® (seaweed) and Ingeo™ (corn).” Below is the Spring 2010 women’s preview:
In addition to promoting green-fashion, Linda Loudermilk has a mission to promote water as a human right. She says, “More than ONE BILLION people worldwide do not have access to clean, safe drinking water. 3.6 million people die each year from water-related disease. THIS IS PREVENTABLE.” The the purchase of any mission products, 17% of proceeds are donated to clean water initiatives worldwide. Mission Necklaces, $149 [$25 donated]:
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PlanetSolar is Taking Green to the Sea
– Saturday, March 6th, 2010
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In an attempt to make air, land, and sea green, PlanetSolar is taking environmentally friendly travel to a whole new level. The solar-powered boat will attempt to sail around the globe and expand on energy efficiency to benefit all of civilization. Below is the inspiration and thought behind the project, as well as some details on the world’s first solar-powered boat.
PlanetSolar is a boat covered in multiple photovoltaic solar panels. It will “of impressive proportions, and yet… both silent and clean.” The size and shape are still being determined, but are based on a multitude of factors: “propulsion, solar panel design, energy storage, materials, and the external environment.” Make sure to follow this production, as it is sure to change the green world as we know it!
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Kinetic Energy: Harnessing Foot Traffic & More!
– Saturday, March 6th, 2010
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Have you ever thought about the potential of kinetic energy? Any corner on a busy street could have 50,000 steps a day, imagine if you could use that foot traffic for energy! One such company has taken advantage of our foot traffic, Pavegen Systems Ltd. They install “slabs” on the sidewalk that absorb the kinetic energy created by every footstep and five “slabs” on a busy sidewalk can generate enough energy to illuminate a bus stop throughout the night. But there are so many other applications for kinetic energy! There are dual purpose bikes that can be used for transportation and energy production, rocking chairs that harness energy, even gyms that are powered by exercise equipment, and countless other products that are on the market or soon to be. Here is a sampling of cool products we’ve found that use kinetic energy:
Corky Mouse Generates Kinetic Energy With Every Click
Power Your Music Player With Your Running Pants
Energy Generating Soccer Ball Brings Clean Power to Off-Grid Areas
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