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Companies and Organizations Involved in Improving the Environment Part 3
Google the online search engine and multimillion dollar company is helping to build a greener future. Google has covered the rooftops of eight building at the Googleplex CA headquarters with solar panels. This solution relieves stress off of the power infrastructure while reducing pollution by a fraction. Google has recently launched a new program called Renewable Energy Cheaper Than Coal, or RE. It is helping paving the road to greener furniture and products. Continue reading
Companies and Organizations Involved in Improving the Environment Part 2
Arpro is a recycled foam material manufactured by JSP. It is a low emission and no odor. It is a porous material that has a grain molded into it. Arpro comes in many different colors, shapes, and sizes. JSP even sponsors a designer contest utilizing their product. Their eco-friendly products would make a wonderful addition to an environmentally aware household with eco-friendly furniture. Continue reading
Companies and Organizations Involved in Improving the Environment Part 1
Recycle San Diego is on a mission to reduce the amount of garbage that goes into our landfills. They provide a convenient and cost effective way to manage recycling in San Diego. They provide service to residential and commercial customers. Through their website you can learn more about recycling of plastic, glass, and paper.Recycling and purchasing more eco-friendly furniture and products is another great way to help reduce our garbage. Continue reading
Solar Powered/Alternative Energy Products Part 3
The people at Sunpower care about the environment, and it shows in their products and services. They see a world where solar power solutions are the future. Innovation and performance are factors that Sunpower puts into their work. They have residential and commercial applications. They seek to provide you with a product and a service that will end up saving you money on your electricity in the long run. By using these eco-friendly products and other green furniture, we reduce our carbon footprint on our planet. Continue reading
Solar Powered/Alternative Energy Products Part 2
Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies is a company dedicated to engineering vehicles that run on clean hydrogen. Ever wonder just how a hydrogen fuel cell car works? Among many products, Horizon has developed a few running models for sale to the public that are no bigger than a remote control car. You put them together, learn a bit about the components in the process, and they run off of water. I think this is an innovative idea that could get the next generation interested in the newest technologies and more sustainable furniture. Continue reading
Solar Powered/Alternative Energy Products Part 1
Let’s face it, solar power is extremely clean and becoming more efficient and affordable. Brunton sells a series of solar panels and accessories. They sell a variety of batteries that can be charged with solar panels. They even sell a solar powered iPod charger. The waterproof SolarRoll can be rolled for storage, or used to power video equipment on a kayak or mountain peak, and a laptop in your back yard. Just think – these products, along with other green furniture alternatives will help us create a more efficient home without damaging our environment. Continue reading
Sustainable Furniture and Products Made from Recycled Plastics Part 2
One of the simplest recycled plastic products that I have found is the Jimi wallet. It is a slim, water tight device that holds a few credit cards, your ID and some cash. It is designed with a removable clip and can be worn around the neck with a lanyard. Made in the US with 100% recycled plastic and offered in an array of translucent colors. There are other products offered by the Jimi company made from recycled plastics. Purchasing these products and adding green furniture to your home will help us reduce the waste we put into the environment. Continue reading
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
When you think about recycling you might remember the days of separate containers for bottles, cans, and paper. Modern recycling is much easier; everything is mixed together in one container, or comingled. At the recycling plant the materials are sorted through many steps. Cardboard and paper are removed by hand and by machine. Metal, glass and plastic are separated from each other. Using magnets, shaking conveyers, by hand, and through other methods the material is sorted. The materials are packaged in huge bails and wait to be transported to a manufacturer that will give this garbage a new life. Recycling is uses less energy than producing new glass, aluminum, and plastic, it also cuts down on the amount of garbage go into our landfills. Another great way to reduce your contribution to these landfills is to purchase green and sustainable furniture. Continue reading
Green Household Products Part 2
Seventh Generation is a cleaning product company that is dedicated to the health of mankind and the environment not only now but for the next seven generations, hence the name. Their products are made from non-toxic all natural ingredients. By removing unsafe chemicals from products, they are working to remove them from your life. These products allow us to create a more sustainable environment and enhance the appeal of sustainable furniture. The product line includes laundry detergent, dishwashing soap, household surface cleaners, and paper products like paper towels. Continue reading
FSC Certified Sustainable Furniture and Other Products Part 3
Danko is a sustainable furniture company that utilizes Ply-bent sustainable material, which is held together with non-toxic adhesives. A tree can produced almost ten times the amount of material for Ply-bent, which utilizes veneer, when compared to solid timber. Danko offers different tables and chairs for different tastes, with customizable shapes and sizes. All of which promote sustainable forestry and the use of less materials to create more sustainable furniture than traditional techniques. Continue reading