Good News Bears
OK, so this post has nothing to do with bears, but it does have to do with good news. Green Revolution is Heralded for Scotland – “ALL new property developments in Scotland will need to produce some of their own electricity through a micro-renewable generating plant, under one of Britain’s…
It Starts With a Lightbulb
The other day I was shocked (as a new CA resident) when I looked at my electric bill for the month. Considering that I’m really conscious about turning off lights and appliances and don’t own an air conditioner, it got me thinking about what I could do as a…
Eco-Chick:Pomed Weekly Auction
Hey there Eco-Chick Readers! Today begins the 1st Weekly Eco-Chicks Pomed (Protect Our Mother Earth’s Daughters) Blog Auction. Every Friday, we will be auctioning off top eco-fashions, accessories, and more for the awesome organization V-Day. All monies go directly to this amazing 501C3 non-profit, are 100% tax deductible, and you…
Swigg Swag Grab
Brooklyn-based graphic designer Stephanie Wenzel brings to us these cute yet modern ‘Shroom’ pillows from her Swigg Collection. These graphic prints can add spice to your bedroom or living room. With a 100% organic cotton front and a 100% eco-intelligent back, these pillows make great gifts for any age. The…
Vogue Says It So It Must Be True
This is a shirt of mine (you can see me wearing it at the Clearwater Festival below). One of my biggest guilty pleasures in life (besides full-fat, real ice cream) is that I love to read fashion magazines. I adore the end of the month when Vogue appears in my…
A Woman of Action
There is a great interview of Dr. Deborah Bronson in E Magazine’s newsletter. The marine scientist talks about working with Sri Lankan fishermen to get them to stop dynamiting the reefs (an incredibly destructive, if efficent method of fishing), and the reef devastation wrought by Hurricanes, which are made worse by humanity’s…
Eco-Chick Chic Peek at Great New Products from ICFF
(Click on the Photo for Larger Image) So the whirlwind of design week has now dissipated. It was great to see even more of “green presence” this year around during all of the NYC design week trade shows and parties. So after my little deliberation, I created a list of…
Near Union and Outside of Square
Located right off of Union Square, the new Jivamukti Yoga Center has opened its doors at 841 Broadway, 2nd floor. This truly amazing studio, not only has incredible instructors of Hatha style yoga, but this jewel of a studio is encased in an eco-friendly environment. Verses using bamboo flooring, like…
Pomed: Protect Our Mother Earth's Daughter
Beginning June 7, 2006 and ending June 22, Verte will be hosting Pomed: Protect Our Mother Earth’s Daughters. This new twist to special event planning and fundraising will take place as a grassroot event during the 1st “Until The Violence Stops” festival presesented by V-Day. With a range of talented…
Eco-Paradise: Maho Bay in St. John, USVI
For an incredible vacation that is eco-friendly one should look no further than Maho Bay. This resort was created in 1976 by Stanley Selengut who is credited with being one of the forefathers of eco-tourism. Wanting to create a comfortable place for nature lovers, the founders built eco-tents from…
