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The 2010 Holiday Green Gift Guide
Looking for gift ideas that have a high return but low impact on the environment? There's no one-stop shopping for all the family members, friends, co-workers and teachers on your list, so AusPen Eco-Friendly Markers presents the 2010 Holiday Green Gift Guide, with 10 eco-friendly gifts under $100.
1. AusPen refillable, non-toxic dry-erase markers: http://www.ecosmartworld.com
A kit of AusPen eco-friendly markers and their refill inks - $69.95
Each AusPen kit includes 6 brightly colored dry-erase markers and their refill inks, designed to last and last. AusPen markers are made with certified non-toxic ink (no xylene, no strong odors), 100% recycled aluminum (no PVC plastic), and they are refillable (no more waste).
2. Energy Monitor: amazon.com
Black & Decker EM100B Energy Saver Series Power Monitor. - $38.73
Lets you monitor your current energy usage in dollars, so you don't have to be a mathematician to understand what the readings mean.
3. Outdoor Rugs: sweepdreams.com
Colorful rugs made of 95% recycled plastic – 4x6 rugs for $49.00
Floral, ethnic, traditional and geometric designs to liven up the outdoors.
4. Teens Turning Green Beauty Product Collection: teensturninggreen.org
Skin care products, without the chemicals - $5.99 – 21.00
Using botanicals and Fair Trade plant oils, Teens Turning Green also donate proceeds from the mango body butter to community projects in Togo, Africa.
5. Video Streaming On Demand: amazon.com or itunes.com
Download TV episodes and movies, or buy a season pass – Gift cards for any amount
How often does anyone really re-watch the TV episodes or movies that line their shelves?
6. EnviroBLOX: budgetartkids.com
Biodegradable blocks made from cornstarch - $32.95
Just moisten and stick EnviroBLOX together for endless architectural designs.
7. Big Green Cookbook: barnesandnoble.com
Hundreds of planet-pleasing recipes and tips - $25.00
Every tip and recipe in this cookbook is eco-conscious to green your cuisine.
8. Wild Animal Adoption: worldwildlife.org
A symbolic adoption of an endangered animal from WWF - $25.00 - $100.00
Choose from among 20 species like tigers, elephants, and polar bears, and receive a certificate, a plush animal and a description of the work being done for your species.
9. Organic towels and bath accessories: gaiam.com
100% organic cotton shower curtains, mats and towels - $10.00 - $59.00
Recreate the spa experience with chlorine- and softener-free towels that are made with low eco-impact dyes.
10. PVC-free toys: ecotoytown.com
A variety of safe toys, plush animals and discovery kits - $10 - $100
Avoid PVC (the ‘poison plastic') with toys made of natural materials like wood, cotton and wool, with non-toxic dyes, paints and finishes.
About the Author
With a Master's in Environment & Resource Studies, Maureen O'Neill is an environmental consultant for EcoSmart Products, the North American distributor of AusPen eco-friendly dry-erase markers. Maureen writes on various health and environmental themes such as indoor air quality, waste management, green schools and corporate sustainability. Visit her blog at http://www.ecosmartworld.com or follow her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ecosmartgals
What does a pink elephant and a little green monkey have in common?
Cuz they've been following me around for two days
It means you haven't had enough to drink yet this morning. Have some beer.
