The Home Depot Offers CFL Recycling Nationwide!

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Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Posted by Emily Lynne Ion
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The Home Depot announced an ambitious nation-wide recycling program for used compact fluorescent bulbs, or CFLs, the ultra-efficient light bulbs that are quickly replacing their standard incandescent counterparts. Disposing of CFLs, however, is problematic because they contain a small amount of mercury, a pollutant and neurotoxin. The Home Depot's initiative provides a safe and convenient means for consumers to recycle their old CFLs without worry about health hazards or environmental pollution.

Thursday, May 08, 2008
Posted by Jennifer Taggart
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Environment California has documented high levels of formaldehyde emissions from baby furniture commonly found in the nursery. Environment California’s report shows that cribs and changing tables can emit high levels of formaldehyde. When these sources are added to other sources likely to be found in the home, the levels may exceed those shown to have adverse health effects on children.

Formaldehyde in cribs and changing tables shouldn’t be a surprise. It is common for composite wood products – like particle board and medium density fiberboard (MDF) – are held together with formaldehyde based resins. Unfortunately, the formaldehyde escapes from these products, polluting indoor air. And formaldehyde can be released for many years. But, you might not have thought that a crib or changing table could contribute significantly to formaldehyde emissions in the home. Unfortunately, Environment California’s testing shows that cribs and changing tables can be significant sources. And when you consider that your baby spends a lot of time in that nursery, you might want to look for alternatives. A bit of good news? The California Air Resources Board has enacted a regulation that will start to limit formaldehyde emissions from composite wood products beginning in 2009.

Thursday, April 24, 2008
Posted by Natalie Cadranel
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This is one of my favorite things to do in Los Angeles and this year we are excited because our organization will be participating!

Christopher Gavigan, Executive Director of Healthy Child and Author of our new book Healthy Child Healthy World will be speaking at the LA Times Festival of Books at UCLA. Come meet the Healthy Child Healthy World staff and pick our brains on how best to detoxify your home environments. Talk to the author and pick up your own signed copy of the book!

Where: UCLA Campus: 325 Westwood Plz Los Angeles, CA

When: Saturday, April 26th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

We hope to see you there!

Thursday, April 10, 2008
Posted by Jenny Barsumian Brady
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Announcing Healthy Child Healthy World's Healthy Home Tour in Austin, Texas. An exciting event highlighting construction and design practices encouraged by Healthy Child Healthy World.

Home Tours: April 20th - April 27th 2008 Purchase Home Tour tickets online now!

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Location:

502 Riley Road Austin, TX 78746

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Wednesday, April 02, 2008
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Have you ever wondered if the toys your kids have played with for years contain lead? What about your everyday products not “protected” by toy-inspections? Healthy Child Healthy World has partnered with Inspect-A-Toy, Inc a southern California based company that screens children's toys, jewelry and other consumer products in the home for the presence of the harmful toxin lead. Founders Bram Klein and his wife started the company because they wanted to be proactive in finding and removing lead laden toys from their home and the homes of their clients.

Friday, March 07, 2008
Posted by Tasneem Motala
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Healthy Child's board member and activist Laura Dern spoke with Delicious Living Magazine on living a green and healthy lifestyle. The actress and eco-friendly mother shared her experience making changes in her home and teaching her kids about being earth friendly.

"Even before I had children, I thought it was fascinating that people put locks underneath their kitchen sinks because they're terrified that kids will get into whatever is down there. Why do we have things in our houses that we breathe in and let our dogs lick but that can kill children? As I learned more about the outrageous rise of chemical toxins, it was shocking and eye opening to me, but also, I felt overwhelmed. I fell in love with Healthy Child because its philosophy is that yes, there's a lot of daunting stuff going on in the world, but our children spend the majority of their days at home — it's where they sleep, it's where they eat, it's where they're nurtured — and we can control that." - Laura Dern.

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Thursday, August 30, 2007
Posted by Jenny Barsumian Brady
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The Precautionary Principle’s basic premise is: “When an activity raises threats of harm to human health or the environment, precautionary measures should be taken even if some cause and effect relationships are not fully established scientifically.” (From 1998 Wingspread Statement)

WHY DID I DECIDE TO “GO GREEN”?

Friday, August 24, 2007
Posted by Rebecca Foster
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Back in the 50's when life seemed to move at a slower pace, parents didn't stress much about the kids. Once all the fingers and toes were counted, mom and dad relaxed with their new bundle of joy. They'd ride home from the hospital in their car with mom holding that beautiful baby in her arms.

Monday, July 30, 2007
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This article was generously contributed by: Green Building Blocks

I'm designing a family/play room for a family with four children, two of whom have severe allergies. What are my best options for flooring that's durable, comfortable, keeps noise to a minimum and won't contribute to allergy issues?
Submitted by: Beth H., Morristown, NJ

Monday, July 23, 2007
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Ask any experienced green professional how to go green, and most will tell you this: Start where you are.

Building green is a new way of thinking about common building practices, but you don't have to go green all at once - you can start by offering a few green options to your clients.

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