BioBags are the first 100% biodegradable alternative to plastic bags. They are made from cornstarch, vegetable oil and other renewable resources. BioBags makes kitchen "compost bags" to store foods scraps before composting. They can also can … [Continue Reading]
Men’s Bamboo Fiber Shirt
May 12, 2005 by 3 Comments
Bamboo Textile has released a new, thicker men's bamboo shirt. (We outlined the advantages of bamboo fiber clothing previously). We were thinking a thicker bamboo shirt would be a good idea — the thinner ones are really only suitable for … [Continue Reading]
Eco-Disposable Diapers
May 9, 2005 by 8 Comments
Nobody makes eco-disposable diapers in the U.S. — Seventh Generation diapers come close, but according to a company representative, they are not fully biodegradable. The trouble is the outer liner of disposables is always some kind of plastic. … [Continue Reading]
Kapok Pillows
May 5, 2005 by 44 Comments
Kapok is a silky fiber harvested in the rainforests of the Philippines, India, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, tropical America and Africa. After the ripe pods of the tree are harvested, the seeds are removed and the fluffy fiber is meticulously cleaned and … [Continue Reading]
Earth Sheltered Houses
May 2, 2005 by 6 Comments
Earth sheltered houses make use of earth or "berms" for protection against the natural elements. These homes can be complete underground homes, or homes which are protected by earth on just one side. The major advantage of this style of building is … [Continue Reading]
The Emissions Neutral Vehicle (ENV)
April 24, 2005 by 5 Comments
These bikes were designed by the British team Intelligent Energy. The ENV bike is fully-functional and is based around their Core Fuel Cell from the ground up. The Core, which is completely detachable from the bike, is a compact fuel cell, capable … [Continue Reading]
Fox Fibre Towels
April 23, 2005 by Leave a Comment
Green Sage has towels available in two natural Fox Fibre cotton colors "sage green" and "cafe" — each created with fiber straight from the cotton plant — there's no dyeing involved. Fox Fibre is a little scarce — its good to see the … [Continue Reading]
HybridCars.Com
April 22, 2005 by 2 Comments
HybridCars.Com is a web site with a lot of up-to-date information on (you guessed it) hybrid cars, trucks and vans. The editor is Bradley Berman who has written a book entitled "An Insider's Look at Hybrid Cars: How They Work and Why They … [Continue Reading]
Bamboosa Clothing
April 21, 2005 by 2 Comments
More bamboo fiber clothing! This time made in the U.S. and organically produced. Bamboosa is an eco-efficient company based in Andrews, South Carolina. They blend bamboo fiber with organic cotton to make an innovative range of clothing. The men's … [Continue Reading]
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