Sustainability & Lifestyle
Thursday, September 04, 2008
Posted by Janelle Sorensen
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The Environmental Working Group just released a new study confirming previous research showing that toddlers have higher levels of toxins in their bodies than their mothers. The EWG found that the children in their study, on average, carried more than 3 times the amount of flame retardants in their blood than their mothers. Watch coverage on The Today Show or read the full EWG report, Fire Retardants in Toddlers and Their Mothers.
So what can you do? Avoid PBDEs in electronics and foam. Tips from the EWG:
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Sunday, August 31, 2008
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It kills germs and brightens whites, but that’s just the beginning of the wondrous powers of white vinegar. Traces of vinegar have been found in Egyptian urns from 3000 BC, so it’s no wonder that over time we’ve found so many uses for it.
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Friday, August 29, 2008
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The Discovery Channel HD Cable show "Planet Green" recently launched segment focusing on
The World's Greenest Homes. This show is a wonderful resource for tips on creating a healthier environment in your home as well as a glimpse inside today's great minds behind some of the most innovative and intentional architecture and design.
We are expecially excited because this Friday, August 29th, at 6 pm, they will feature the
home of our founders, Nancy and Jim Chuda.
Enjoy, learn, and be inspired by these sustainable dwellings that provide the healthiest environments possible, where it matters most - in the home.
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Thursday, August 28, 2008
Posted by Emily Lynne Ion
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Andrea is co-founder (her children, ages 7 & 10 are her business partners) of Pooka, eco-friendly children's fashion. As a single mom, she believes in the power of making one's dreams come true and provoking positive change for future generations.
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Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Posted by Janelle Sorensen
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You’ve probably read your fair share of back-to-school articles and blogs by now, but what about after you get your kids packed off with all of their green supplies? What about the rest of the year? Here’s a beginning list of some things you should consider. And remember to watch our blog throughout the school year as we highlight these issues and others in more depth.
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Monday, August 25, 2008
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If you checked two or more of the answers, it's possible that you have been exposed to lead. Please take a look at our checklist to limit future exposures.
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Friday, August 22, 2008
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Please join us for "What's Going On? Toxic chemicals in our toys, cosmetics and bodies." Healthy Child, the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and the Environmental Working Group will expose the hidden dangers of chemicals found in our everyday environment and discuss simple solutions to avoid harmful exposures.
This event is open to the community and FREE (donations are welcome).
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When: Thursday, September 11th @ 6:30pm
What: What's Going On? Toxic chemicals in our toys, cosmetics, and bodies.
Where: Bullocks Wilshire Building
Southwestern University School of Law
3050 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles
For directions, please visit swlaw.edu/directions Parking is $5 limited and
Attendance is full, but you can still RSVP at ewg.org/LAevent or call 202.667.6982 to get on the waitlist.
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Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Posted by Janelle Sorensen
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24 million children ride on school buses for an average of an hour and a half every school day. It’s convenient and it’s safe, but old diesel buses spew a lot of nasty air pollution. And it’s not just bad for the air quality around the bus, it leaks inside the bus where developing lungs are exposed to it the entire ride.
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Friday, August 15, 2008
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Like every other mid-August since I was six years old, I feel like summer has disappeared in the blink of an eye. My daughters see the displays at stores and ask when we’re going to go school supply shopping. I’ve been putting them off in order to find the greenest products I can. Like most other Americans, I’m trying to balance the rising price of food and fuel with seasonal needs like back-to-school supplies. Here are the results of my research, so you too can send your kids back in eco-style.
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Thursday, August 07, 2008
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Our friends at CHEJ have just published a great guide to help you send your kids off to school PVC-free! The guide lists the most common back-to-school supplies made out of polyvinyl chloride (PVC or vinyl) plastic and safer PVC-free alternatives.
Why Shop for PVC-Free School Supplies?
Children’s school supplies, such as lunchboxes, backpacks and binders, are often made out of PVC – a plastic that is dangerous to our health and the environment. The production of PVC involves the use of cancer-causing chemicals that contaminate the air and water of surrounding communities. When PVC is manufactured or burned, numerous dioxins are formed and released, a highly toxic group of chemicals that can cause cancer, harm the immune and reproductive systems. Our bodies are contaminated with these and other chemicals released during the PVC lifecycle. This may pose irreversible life-long health threats.
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