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Chairman of the BoardHit the surf and the turf with these eco-made boardshorts, dude. Continue Reading
Prepare for ImpactFind out why you should get photographer Edward Burtynsky's "Oil" iPad app, now on iTunes. Continue Reading
Eco Wine Review: Wrath 2010 Ex Vite Pinot Noir Wrath's 2010 Ex Vite Pinot Noir is complete, with lots of black cherry and red raspberry. A bit fuller than your typical Pinot, this wine is as drinkable as it is food friendly. Continue Reading
Clever Plastic-Free and Low-Tech Ways to Store Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Skip the fridge and plastic bags when storing fruits and veggies. They'll last longer and taste better. Continue Reading
Genetically Modified Eggplant Field Trials Halted by Court in Philippines The move comes as a result of a petition from Greenpeace Southeast Asia, which asserts that GM crops can cause serious health issues. Continue Reading
Carry Me AwayRich color and organically-dyed textiles from Asia make this your new go-to shoulder bag for summer. Continue Reading
5 Invasive Plants You Can Eat As invasive species threaten native ecosystems, why not fight them with your appetite and a sauté pan? Continue Reading
The 2012 Ecofabulous Mother’s Day GuideShow Mom just how special she is with these conscious gift picks. Continue Reading
Meat Industry Grossly Outspends Animal Rights, Veg Groups Check this out: Those red dots are the advertising budgets of the big meat producers and meat industry groups, just the advertising budgets; the green dots are the entire budgets of animal welfare groups. Continue Reading
Bust Runoff with a Rain GardenHomeowners and businesses can stem the tide of polluted runoff threatening our waterways by setting up a simple "rain garden," which is beautiful as well as beneficial. Continue Reading
Eco Wine Review: Frei Brothers Reserve 2009 Russian River Valley Chardonnay Frei's 2009 Chardonnay touches your nose with hints of rose water, jasmine and other floral delights. But on the palette, it is swimming with honey and sweet butter and just enough acidity to make it all work. Continue Reading
Grey and GourmetMake meals (and Mother's Day) memorable with this gorgeously grey organic sea salt. Continue Reading
NJ Temporarily Halts Funding for Oil Tank Removal ServicesThe Entech Group Inc., a leading energy, engineering and environmental services company in NJ, confirms that the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) is no longer accepting new applications for the Petroleum Underground Storage Tank Remediation, Upgrade and Closure Program for non-leaking tanks.  This means that property owners in need of oil tank removal services in NJ will not be receiving funding from the state. Although the funding is currently on hold, NJ property owners may stil Continue Reading
Homes With Previously Abandoned Underground Storage Tanks in NJ on the RiseThe Entech Group, Inc., an energy, engineering and environmental company in New Jersey, has issued an alert to property owners, lawyers and real estate agents  about the increasing rate of abandoned underground storage tanks (UST) found in NJ. For the past twenty years, Entech has been a leading service provider for the proper removal and installation of storage tank systems. NJ realtors should be aware that an abandoned underground oil tank could be a source of soil and ground water contaminati Continue Reading
Beachy KeenSpend some time beaching it in the Hamptons (or at least dreaming that you are) with these scented soy-wax candles from Nordicals. Continue Reading
Eco Wine Review: Hahn SLH Estate 2010 Chef's Table Viognier Hahn SLH Estate's 2010 Chef's Table Viognier is one of the most interesting whites you'll ever smell. It's completely intoxicating with notes of white peach, banana, honeydew and jasmine. Only 100 cases were made, so get this one quickly! Continue Reading
Perfect Scrambled Eggs in 40 Seconds Flawlessly cooked eggs without additional fat or a non-stick pan can be yours in under a minute. Continue Reading
Plant a Butterfly GardenIt's National Pollinator Week, so lend a hand to these important creatures and bring flashes of brilliant color to your yard or garden. Continue Reading
Get in LineThese lightly scented and luxe recycled-paper drawer liners make a perfect hostess gift. Continue Reading