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Ikea’s SUNNAN Solar Lamps – Keeping Children Out of the Dark Across the Globe

Posted on July 16, 2009 by Jace
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If your kids’ rooms are looking a little dark and dingy this summer, here is a product that will do the trick!  The SUNNAN Solar Lamp is not only a fully functional lamp that is sure to lighten and brighten your children’s living space; it is eco-friendly too.  The lamp, from IKEA, is a desk lamp that gets it’s energy from the sun.  The lamp, from designer Nicolas Cortolezzis, has an adjustable arm and is available in five vibrant colors – blue, red, orange, yellow and green.   Constructed out of steel, ABS plastic and aluminum, the base of the lamp measures about five inches in diameter and the gooseneck measures about 17 inches.  Read more »

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Orange’s Solar Concept Tent: A Camper’s Dream-Come-True

Posted on June 30, 2009 by Jace
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For many of us, summer means many outdoor activities and overnight adventures. Whether you are heading to a music festival or family camping trip, “roughing it” out in the woods may never be the same again!   The Orange Solar Concept Tent won’t be your average run-of-the mill tent.  This tech-savvy tent is sure to be a camper’s dream-come-true.

As the name suggests, the tent is solar.  The energy from the sun will provide heating, lighting, recharging and communication to the tent.  Instead of using traditional solar panels to capture the sun’s energy, the tent is fitted with a revolutionary material.  The photovoltaic fabric is made by weaving specially coated solar threads into an outer fabric.  The three glides can be easily adjusted and rotated to capture the most sunlight and maximize efficiency. Read more »

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Recycled Cufflinks for the Stylin’ Dad

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Jace
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This Father’s Day, why not give dad an extra special gift he is sure to love that is environmentally friendly too?   Dad’s friends and coworkers will be “green” with envy when they spot his quality made, handcrafted Father’s Day gift.  Perfect for that hard-to-buy for father or for the man who has everything, dear old dad is sure to cherish these unique eco-friendly cufflinks for many years to come.

The good folks at eco-artware have assembled a collection of brilliant reused materials that not only make for great style, but also for great conversation.  Their collection includes links made from:
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Noon Solar Bags: Portable Power in a Purse

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Jace
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As electronic devices become smaller and more affordable, many people are finding themselves strapped to their cell phones, PDAs, MP3 players and other portable devices.  If you are joined at the hip with a gadget or two, chances are pretty good it takes all your internal energy just to remember to keep them all charged.  If you have a drawer full of cords and chargers, finding the right cord to go with the right device can be trying at best.  And when your cell phone is on its last leg with no electrical outlet in sight, then what?  These devices are supposed to make our lives easier and less complicated, aren’t they? Read more »

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Eco-Friendly Crayons and Pencils for Kids

Posted on June 10, 2009 by Jace
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With summer vacation right around the corner, it won’t be long before you hear that oh so familiar phrase, “I’m so bored!”   For many parents, finding entertaining and child-safe activities for the children is often easier said than done.

Coloring and drawing activities are almost certain to be great big hits in your household.  After all, most kids love to color, right?  This summer, why not try environmentally friendly crayons or coloring pencils and combine your child’s love of coloring with eco-friendly products?  The following five products offer environmentally friendly coloring products your creative kids are sure to love.crayon-rocks

Crayon Rocks
Crayon Rocks, well, rock!  These uniquely shaped crayons are made out of natural soy and are colored with natural mineral powders.  The non-toxic crayons were actually designed to strengthen children’s grip muscles and help with handwriting and fine motor skills.   Crayon Rocks are packaged in a variety of ways and in a variety of colors.  Depending on what package is chosen, they range in price from $5 to $20. Read more »

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