Check out this article to find out how to reduce car pollution! Save our planet!

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‘Now the sun is good for more than poll time. The Solio Solar charger takes power from the sun and uses it to charge your mobile device at the same rate as your wall adapter. Solio will hold its charge for up to one year. Outlets are out – it’s time to bask in the benefits of the sun” — Ebay Green Team.

Now this is news to me! The device doesn’t look half bad either. Useful as it sounds, I will definitely purchase it!

Click here to get this device now!

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Biodegradable, durable, has the ability to recharge cellphones, MP3 players, and even laptops! Now, what can do that? Answer is: Eco Laptop Bags.

The article “The Ultimate Eco Laptop Bags” posted by author, GreenLoop at WorldofGood.com by Ebay will tell you all about it!

Below are examples of bags mentioned in the article, itself. Gratitude and credits goes to GreenLoop.

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The Archetype

1. Sleek and sophisticated case with molded cork exterior.

2. Biodegradable and an incredible renewable resource.

3. Adjustable shoulder straps made of soy in Montana.

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Reware Juice Bag

1. You will never run out of juice for your cell phone or MP3 player when you use this bag.

2. This bag contains flexible solar panel and is made from recycled 2-liter soda bottles

3. This bag is made in USA.

4. When you buy and use this bag you are contributing to making the planet greener, because solar power means less coal, reducing coal and nuclear energy!

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Livity Liquid Laptop Bag

1. This bag is made of hemp canvas and sustainable seagrass

2. Durable material and style factor is a plus!

3. It has zippered top, easy access.

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Tip: To purchase, or find out more information about each bag, you can just click on the image!

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Voltaic TM Solar Bag

“Stay green and stay connected on the go. This nifty resource-saving bag can charge your laptop computer using only the power of the sun. The bag itself is made from recycled PET plastic products like soda bottles. It looks better than nylon and it uses less energy to produce” — Ebay Green Team.

Sounds cool, does it not? Click here to check out this product!

For more eco-friendly products, you can visit EbayGreenTeam.com!

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There is plenty of sunshine during the summer time, so why not take advantage of the energy of the sun, along with the green movement?

I visited Care2.com and discovered this enthusiastic article, Easy Summer Living: 13 Fun Tips, written by Cait Johnson. Although this article was published in 2003, I still feel that her tips are relevant and valid enough to still be used today. Below are her tips, word for word. See for yourself!

1. Hang your laundry out to dry. There is simply nothing like climbing into a bed whose clean sheets smell sweetly of sun and fresh air. And it saves energy!
2. Wash stained items as usual and then throw them over a bush located in full sunlight to take advantage of the sun’s natural bleaching power (our ancestors used to dry their linens on lavender bushes so they would be permeated with sun, fresh air, and the divine scent of lavender.)
3. Anything musty or funky-smelling can benefit from some time in the sun: place items where they will get the benefit of the direct sunlight.
4. Try making Sun Tea. Children are fascinated by the sun’s power to change things and love to get involved in this process. Simply place 1 teabag (black, green, or herbal) per pint of water in a glass container, and leave outside in the sun to steep for an hour. Add sweetener and fresh mint, if you like.
5. Try Annie‘s favorite Natural Hair Lightener. All it takes is one ingredient and the sun.

These tips are only part of Cait Johnson’s article. Click here to read the full article!

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Stainless Steel Watch
Purchase this watch today!

“Go back in time whenever you check the time. This vintage men’s watch not only looks sharp, it reduces the need for additional metal mining and manufacturing that can really hurt our environment. Buying vintage often saves you money , too — consider investing your savings in the working poor at MicroPlace.com” — Ebay Green Team.

Find more eco-friendly items!

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Summer is almost here and I am definitely excited! I cannot wait to get out of school and go on my summer vacation. However, I would like to continue to contribute to the environment even during my vacation. To stay green for the summer, I noted tips from this article, in which I found on planetgreen.discovery.com!

Top Green Summer Tips

1. Steppin’ light
   Find local activities with low environmental impacts like a trip to the local park, woods, zoo, ballgame, or beach with friends to relax. Time spent with friends and family can be a great way to catch up and have fun. Picking up that new book you’ve been meaning to read while lounging on the deck is another great way to pass the time and leave a smaller footprint behind. The Deathly Hallows ought to keep you busy for a little while. Once you’ve gotten out of the city, check out our guide on How to Green Your Outdoor Sports.
2. Cool and Easy
   Air conditioning can offer much-needed respite from the heat and can make sweaty nights bearable, but be sensitive to overuse. Turning up the thermostat a few degrees on your AC is a great way to save tons of cash while making the planet a cooler place at the same time.
3. Up in your grill
   Love to BBQ? Propane burns much cleaner than either wood or charcoal briquettes. If you can’t resist charcoal, try a natural product like those produced by Cowboy Charcoal—much cleaner than your traditional briquettes. Of course, when you’re done grilling, use natural cleaning products such as SoyClean organic grill cleaner to keep your summer as chemical-free as possible. Tests show it’s just as tough on grime as traditional cleaners, but won’t leave that chemical residue behind to leach into your next burger or grilled tomato. Plus, if you want to give your neighbors something to gossip about, try a solar over from a company like Solar Cookers International. How to Green Your Meals has some tasty advise, as well.
4. The local roundup
   Buy food locally. Farmers markets are great places to shop, and ensure that the veggies you’re eating hot off the grill or mixed in a salad haven’t traveled thousands of miles just to reach your plate. That cuts down on the use of fossil fuels, which leads to significantly reduced levels of pollution and resource depletion over your typical tomato bought at the local supermarket. Websites like Local Harvest can help you find one in your area, even if you’ve never seen one in your life.
5. The green plate special
   Use reusable dishes rather than plastics or Styrofoam. If you absolutely must use disposables, make sure to pick up compostable varieties beforehand to put in the compost bin when you’re through. For more, check out Where to Get This Stuff below.
6. Greenie bikini
   You don’t have to go so far as wearing a biodegradable or solar bikini to make your summer accoutrements more sustainable. Look for eco-friendly products like clothing, swimsuits, sandals, towels, and skin care. Each of them is a step in the right direction, and you might just fall in love with a product or style you never knew existed. Lots more to learn at How to Green Your Wardrobe.
7. Charge!
   Pick up a solar backpack or device like the Freeloader or the Solio to take with you on day trips. That way, whether you’re at the beach or on the go you’ll be able to run and recharge a wide range of portable devices on solar energy. Save a buck by cutting out the electric company and giving your rechargeables the solar power they deserve. More green power tips and a roundup of solar chargers and other products can be found here.
8. No poison, please
   Remember those carefree days of running alongside the DDT truck as it sprayed the happy townspeople and iced all the bugs? Well, we’re a little smarter now, so use products like garlic barrier to ward off mosquitoes. Traditional products certainly do the job, but they can end up turning your backyard into a deathtrap for every other kind of living thing that drops by for a visit. That means birds, butterflies, ladybugs, and even the family dog gets an unhealthy dose. Not to mention yourself, the kids, the neighbors’ kids, and even your bratty nephew who lives down the block. Make sure to apply it when you think it won’t rain for several days, and the garlic alternative should treat you right. Planting rosemary is a natural and low-tech way to block skeeters. Then there are always the big guns like the Mosquito Magnet.
9. Wet and wise
   Water usage levels are a big deal throughout much of the U.S. and the summer drought season can really make things tough. Be certain to watch what you use, water plants only when necessary, and take a few minutes to install a low-flow showerhead. They’re simple steps that can make a big difference. For more, check out How to Green Your Water.
10. The greener road
    Have to travel long distances to arrive at your dream destination this summer? Consider making it by road or rail rather than by plane, but be sure to offset your carbon emissions no matter what mode of transportation you choose. Companies and non-profit groups like Terrapass, Climate Care, MyClimate, Native Energy, and American Forests all offer ways to offset the damage done when you pick up and travel to places unknown. Our guide for How to Go Green: Carbon Offsets is a great launch pad.

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Click here to read the rest of the article on planetgreen.discovery.com!

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‘Vintage products help the planet and are easy on the pocketbook, too. This new-to-you purse gives you a one-of-a-kind style and helps reduce your footprint on the planet. By purchasing vintage products instead of new, you help lessen the environmental impact of producing new items. If your bag starts to sag, remember it’s a lot easier to repair than it is to re-buy” — Ebay Green Team.

Purchase this Vintage Handbag now at www.ebaygreenteam.com!

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As of today, many company and manufacturers are producing products that consume less power, e.g. electrical circuit that ‘minimize power waste.’ In addition, new software, firmware and hardware are design for power-saving and possess such function as wake, stand-by and power-down states. Secondly, new recycling programs have developed designed to manage the lifecycle of these products. In addition, companies are offering recycling options to consumers so that their equipment will be appropriately recycled and disposed. Another useful thing about technology is that it allows connectivity and mobility that reduce travel time, fuel and wear on travel.

Last tips:

1) LCD monitors use less power than CRT monitors of the same size.

2) Laptop computers consume less power than desktops, and have connections for full-sized, keyboard, mouse and speakers.

You can visit dlink.com to learn about the Green technology that was featured and talked about in this article. Dlinks.com is a “D-Link is an award-winning designer, developer and manufacturer of networking, broadband, digital electronics, voice, data and video communications solutions for the digital home, Small Office/Home Office (SOHO), Small to Medium Business (SMB), and Workgroup to Enterprise environments.”

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Work Cited:

“Plugging Into Green Savings.” Units. Volume 33 Number 4. April 28, 2009: 16.

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“Studies show that living green matters to resident…” says Lisa Trosien of ApartmentExpert.com. (Units, Vol 33 Number 4, P.18)

Trosien suggests owners and management companies to publicize their efforts by making residents and prospective residents aware that the company cares about the environment. For example, advertise living green efforts in marketing campaign in a community that is located near a transportation center, communicate the green efforts to everyone, or spread recycling information! Not only that, continue to communicate with people who comes into your community about going green.

Grab a copy of the Units magazine, Volume 33 Number 4,  to learn more about this article.

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Works Cited:

“Shout Out Your Green Marketing Messages.” Units. Volume 33 Number 4. April 28, 2009: 18.

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