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A Green Kiss
With the amount of everything but the kitchen sink that legendary rockers Kiss put into the atmosphere, it's slightly ironic that they would be be involved in a PSA for the environment. Man, that Kiss -- always keeping the fans guessing.
The above video, all nine seconds of it, is part of a campaign by Planet Green called "Pass it On" in which people you may or may not have heard of share a tidbit with us, the masses, on what we can do to help the environment during the course of our daily non-celebrity lives.
Not all of Kiss is in the video. The ad features the Spaceman
Ours is a culture of celebrity so it's nice to see them getting involved, even for 9 seconds at a time. Thank you! Goodnight!
[via Science on TV]
Organic Bar - Pure Nightlife
When Willie Nelson sang that the "nightlife ain't no good life" he obviously was unfamiliar with GustOrganics (another theory being that the song was written decades before GustOrganics was conceived -- we may never know for sure). As Chris mentioned back in November, GustOrganics is the first organic-certified bar in America (and possibly the world!). It is also the only restaurant to be certified organic in New York, which is a bit surprising.
GustOrganics, according to Trend Hunter, only uses food that has been sourced locally, "supports fair trade practices and is certified by the Green Restaurant Association." That's the food stuff.
In the bar they "use only organic spirits, mixers, fruit, cocktails, beer, wine, and liquor."
That means that you most likely won't find your favorite brands there, but you'll find some darn good stuff -- and you may regret it less the next morning. The nightlife just became the good life.
Willie Nelson may have to change his lyrics.
[via Trend Hunter]
Timberland Earthkeepers - A Step in the Right Direction
Timberland has a pretty funny ad (above) for their new line of shoe called Earthkeepers. Obviously the Earth is a fan, but what, exactly, is it that makes the shoes environmentally sound?
According to Timberland: "Earthkeepers is a line of premium Timberland footwear and apparel product that reflects our commitment to "Make it better." Beginning in 2008 Timberland product with the Earthkeepers label must meet design criteria around recycled, organic and renewable material content, solvent-free adhesives and reduced climate impact."
Continue reading Timberland Earthkeepers - A Step in the Right Direction
Matt Damon and the Sahara Run
Actor Matt Damon is a charitable guy. That's no secret. He and Charlie Engle co-founded the H2O Africa Project to help communities in Africa gain access to clean drinking water.
Santa is Dreaming of a Green Christmas
When Santa Turned Green is a children's book by Victoria Perla. That's not to suggest it is just for children. That would be selling Perla and Santa short. This is a book for everyone.The book is about Santa and the consequences of global warming on the North Pole and what that means for Christmas as we know it. I think you can guess where this is going.
The book is illustrated by Mirna Kantarevic and has inspired a collection of earth-friendly toys from its drawings.
Yes, it's Christmas Eve and unless there is an FAO Shwarz on your block it may be too late for Santa to turn green for you by tomorrow morning. However, let's not forget that the North Pole didn't go green in one night. This book will keep Christmas in your heart the whole year round.
Bison Organic Beers - 'Tis the Season
The are few things better during the holidays than the delicious taste of seasonal beer. This is a fact and not open to discussion. Thank you for understanding.Bison Brewing Company understands, too. They are the makers of many fine beer products, but their seasonal offering of Gingerbread Ale is especially tasty.
Amar'e Stoudemire Spreads Green
Amar'e Stoudemire of the Phoenix Suns isn't your average NBA All-Star. Sure he's tall and dunks the ball like a man possessed, but his passion goes far beyond the hardwood.How far? Would you believe Sierra Leone? The West African country, according to Wikipedia, is the lowest ranked country on the Human Development Index and the seventh lowest on the Human Poverty Index. Things are not good.
Green Eco T-Shirts Make a Good Gift
The holidays are upon us! It's true! Are you wondering what to get that well-dressed, fun-loving environmentalist on your gift list, the one that has everything (albeit, a simplified everything in a sustainable, eco-friendly sort of way)? How about a Green Eco t-shirt from T-ShirtOutlet.com ? It's fun and practical and kills two birds with one stone (figure of speech, no birds were hurt in the writing of this post). A t-shirt keeps them clothed and safe from the elements, helps to avoid public humiliation, and it promotes a message they (and hopefully you) can believe in. How's that for smart gift giving?
The good people at T-ShirtOut.com have a bit of everything for everyone, but their line of green tees, printed on shirts from the American Apparel Sustainable Edition, are 100% USDA certified organic cotton which makes them right up our proverbial alley- the holiday one.
Little Tikes is Rated Green
Most people are familiar with the popular toy company Little Tikes. They make great stuff, the kids like it and some of us even grew up with their toys. What else could we possibly need to know?
Cloud B Eco-Friendly Sleep Toys
Cloud B, in conjunction with an advisory board of pediatricians and specialists, have created an award-winning line of sleep aides. Their products promote a safe, sound and healthy sleep for children, and subsequently their parents, which alone makes them worth our kudos, but they've taken it a step further. They've gone green.WALL-E and Target are for the Trees
Yesterday was the official DVD/Blu-ray release of Disney/Pixar's acclaimed hit WALL-E. If you've seen the film then you already know that one of the major themes concerns the care of our planet and what will come from our society of want and waste- but in a fun way.Obama & the global warming collective
In a recent issue of Newsweek the magazine released some very interesting and insightful information from the presidential campaigns of both John McCain and Barack Obama, respectively. This newly released information was a collection of quotes and situations that Newsweek was privy to, but agreed not to publish until after the election.
In relation to Green Daily the most relevant quote came from Barack Obama regarding his views on solving global warming:
50 Cent teams with Bette Midler - Really
We live in a time of strange bedfellows (see GOP ticket) and stranger duets (see Tony Bennett and Friends) but the recent teaming of hardcore rapper 50 Cent and gay icon Bette Midler may be the strangest yet.
Yes, their stories, talents and fans could not be any more different, but they do share some common ground- so they dug in it.
Prop 2 passes, chickens rejoice
California had an interesting day at the ballots last week. They elected Barack Obama, that was a given, but it is the propositions that are generating the local (and national) talk.
Altering the constitution to outlaw same-sex marriages, Prop 8 is getting all of the headlines, and like a nasty kidney stone it is not passing quietly. It burns.
Prop 2, however, passed quickly and quietly. It was the issue regarding the treatment of animals raised for market and food production.
Beaujolais Nouveau - Green and early
Typically Beaujolais Nouveau wines are released the Thursday prior to Thanksgiving, which means many bottles of the fruity French vino can be found scattered around the turkey covered and pie-laden countertops of whatever house I happen to be dining in. This year the red wine is going green, thanks to Boisset and Georges Duboeuf.
First, a quick study: Beaujolais Nouveau is a fairly light red wine created from Gamay grapes. As you may have guessed, it is from the Beaujolais region of France.
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