Author: The GU team
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Find some eco-friendly B&Bs in Ireland
As much as I like staying in hotels when traveling, a bed-and-breakfast has quickly become my favorite choice in accommodations these days. I love being in a homey setting, sitting down for breakfast, and having a chat with the owners. If you’re heading to Ireland any time soon and are planning to book your stay…
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Don’t you worry about the atmosphere
Radiohead discusses climate change with Stephen Colbert. The Colbert Report Get More: Colbert Report Full Episodes,Political Humor & Satire Blog,Video Archive
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A hobbit house in Wales goes green
We’re huge fans of The Lord of the Rings here, and 10 years after the first movie came out, we’re still quoting lines from the trilogy. So expect us to be thrilled about anything that is remotely LotR-related, such as this cute little hobbit house built by a man named Simon Dale in Wales. My…
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Green fashions at D.C. Fashion Week
Not everyone is aware that Washington, D.C. has its own Fashion Week and that it’s currently ongoing. September 19 was the date of the event’s eco-fashion show, but today, people can also get a chance to see another eco-fashion show, “Fashion to Fight Childhood Cancer“, which will take place from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m….
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The greener way to eat a hotdog
Now hotdogs aren’t necessarily the most healthful food item out there, but many of us can’t help having one or two hotdogs every now and then. If you’ve always wondered whether it’s greener to eat a hotdog in a bun or by itself on a fork*, check out the Bun vs. Plastic Fork guesstimation over…
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Barbie has a green dream house!
And I think it’s my dream house as well, once all the pink has been removed. Barbie’s been known for taking on various identities (I’m especially fond of Jewel Secrets Barbie) and jobs (what HASN’T Barbie achieved?), but this year, she’s adding another feather in her cap by becoming—Architect Barbie! Best of all, she’s a…
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The eco-friendly dorm
Living in a dorm is not a reason to go hog-wild with shopping, and being in college, students should learn how to make choices that are good for themselves and even the environment. This article by Julie Washington on Cleveland.com, “Create an eco-friendly dorm room”, contains some really helpful tips on reducing waste, buying green…
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Sprout Biodegradable Watch
I haven’t worn a watch in a long time, but if I would start wearing one again, then I think this is a pretty cute watch to have. The Sprout Biodegradable Watch features features an organic cotton band, biodegradable corn resin case and buckle, a sustainable bamboo dial, and mineral crystal lens. I wonder if…
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Eco-friendly dog carriers
You buy nothing but the safest food for your dog, clean him or her with organic shampoo, and maybe even use biodegradable poop bags, so why not carry your furry friend in an eco-friendly bag as well? Here are some great ones we found. They’re not just eco-friendly, but they look pretty good, too. The…