Green Products from A to Z

Dahon Speed P8

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Biking is the greenest way to go. So give the athletic commuter in your life a Dahon Speed P8. The foldable frame will allow any commuter to ride in style, but stows away for the workday (or on public transit).

Organic Cotton Bed Sets

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Check out Under the Canopy\'s organic cotton shams, duvets, quilts, pillowcases and more.

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Bamboo Serving Spoons

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BranchHome, one set of spoon and fork $12

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Organic Cotton Pillowcases

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Under the Canopy, $36-$40

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Stainless Steel Compost Pail

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Clean Air Gardening, $39.99

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Recycled Aluminum Bark Candlesticks

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VivaTerra, $179

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Organic Cotton Duvets

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Under the Canopy, $110-$150

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Cork Serving Bowls

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VivaTerra, $39.99

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Electric Scooter

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eGO Vehicles, $1,549-$2,149

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Recycled Glass Vases

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BranchHome, $314

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Recycled Metal Thatched Bowls

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VivaTerra, $69 - $329

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Recycled Glass Pitchers

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BranchHome, $158

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Sustainable Wood Frames

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VivaTerra, $139

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Monique Pean Jewlery

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Jewelry designer Monique Pean works with found remains of walrus, caribou, baleen and 12,000-year-old woolly mammoth ivory. Pean avoids the exploitative mining industry by using 100% recycled gold and conflict-free diamonds. Ivory materials are discovered in melting ice caps, thus drawing attention to global warming. 10% of profits from Monique Pean\'s Bering Collection go to the Alaska Native Arts Foundation.

His and Hers Organic Cotton Robes

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Natural Rush Ottomans

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Gaiam, $79

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Acacia Wood Storage Cubes

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Gaiam, $158-$198

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Organic Cotton Throw Pillows

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From Under the Canopy.

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Vere Organic Chocolates

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Vere Chocolates can knock out any chocoholic\'s cravings. Made in a traditional chocolate shop in downtown New York City, Vere Chocolates offer a beautiful selection of organic, fair trade, vegan, gluten-free and all-around scrumptious options.

Lucky Crow Gift Bags

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Use, reuse and reuse again. There\'s nothing wrong with regifting these fabric gift bags from Lucky Crow. In fact, it\'s encouraged.

Seed Paper Invitations

invitations, baby shower, plantable paper seed paper invitations If you\'re a stickle for paper invitations insist on recycled paper, or use plantable paper invites. The adorable onesie-style invites shown here-- perfect for a baby shower-- are made from seed paper that your guests can plant and watch grow into wildflowers.\r\n\r\nFrom Swallow Tail Farms.

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Woodland Pillow

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Handmade by K Studio in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the stylish Woodland Pillow is composed of an outer shell of hemp and organic cotton and an interior of natural feathers and down. Branch carries a range of eye-catching, original colors and designs to fit any green-themed home.

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Funkin Function Longboards

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Funkin Function Longboards are made in Brooklyn from rescued premium local scrap hardwood (aka the leftovers from fancy furniture). Each skateboard is individually composed and assembled to provide optimal balance, strength, flexibility and an exhilarating ride.

Bamboo Bowls

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Handmade by Bambu, these beautiful bowls at Branch are made from 100% organically grown bamboo, nontoxic adhesive and natural, food-safe wood oil. These materials do not impart or absorb flavors, so they\'re great for salads and any eco-chef.

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Organic Cotton Sheet Sets

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Under the Canopy, sets range from $120-$190

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Organic Cotton Towels

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Under the Canopy, $8 and up.

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Hybrid Clock

Hybrid Clock

Give a retired biycycle another ride, so to speak. Made by Resource Revival from old bicycle parts, this clock will keep time and remind any bike lover of his or her favorite activity.

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Honeysuckle Dreams Organic Stuffed Animal

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Bunnys aren\'t only for Easter. This 100% organic cotton and naturally stuffed bunny from Honeysuckle Dreams is supersoft and completely safe.

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Lotuspad Yoga Mats for Kids

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Kids love to join you in yoga. Let them become little warrior ones with these Lotuspad PVC-free and nontoxic mats. Made from thermoplastic elastomer, these mini mats won\'t release heavy metals and other dangerous pollutants into the environment during manufacturing and disposal.

Make Your Own Chocolate Kit

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A delicious treat, fun and rainforest education will come from a Make Your Own Chocolate Kit from One World Projects. Inside each box you\'ll find: organic cocoa butter, cocoa powder, confectioners\' sugar, starter crystals, a temperature indicator, paper candy liners, instructions, and the story of chocolate.

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Power Monkey Explorer Kit and Solar-Slave Charger

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The Power Monkey Explorer Kit and Solar-Slave Charger from Earthtech Products can charge wherever, whenever. Compatible with the majority of standard mobile phones and electronic devices, the solar-slave can also be used to charge a plethora of digital devices, so your Gadget Geek will have back-up power as long as the sun shines.

USB Rechargeable Batteries

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Give the gift of simple, reusable energy and prevent batteries from ending up in landfills with these AA rechargeables from Moixa Energy. These USBCells recharge straight from your computer\'s USB port.

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Voltaic Solar Backpack

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The Voltaic Solar Backpack keeps cell phones, sat phones, PDAs, GPSs, iPods and cameras going and going. Three solar panels deliver 4 watts of power. When the sun disappears, a built-in Li-ion battery pack takes over.

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Mac Book Pro

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Apple designed the Mac Book Pro to minimize energy consumption and meet the strict requirements of Energy Star 4.0 Apple\'s free recycling program will also take back any cellphones or computers you decide to replace this year -- regardless of manufacturer or model.

Beautiful Bamboo Flooring

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Bamboo isn\'t a tree. In fact, it is a giant grass that grows at a rapidly renewable rate. Teragren\'s Signature Naturals Bamboo Flooring, shown here in Flat Grain Caramelized, is sustainably harvested at maturity (5.5 to 6 years) and then manufactured according to stringent U.S. and European environmental standards.

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Teragren\'s floors boast a beautiful glare and streamlined sophistication, making them the perfect alternative to newly harvested hardwood floors. Available at Teragren.com.

Linoleum\'s Green Comeback

ecofriendly flooring, green floors, floors, linoleum, marmoleum, forbo, green flooring Who knew this \'50s staple was also eco? (Check out those great colors from Forbo!)\r\n\r\nA combination of linseed oil, rosins, wood and cork flour, linoleum is constructed from all-natural ingredients that require relatively little energy to harvest. Best of all, linoleum is void of toxins and largely biodegradable, which means you don\'t have to feel guilty if you want to make a change. For a wide range of linoleum options, check out themarmoleumstore.

Armstrong\'s Linoleum with NATURCote

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Martha Stewart FLOR Carpet

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Cork Flooring

Cork Flooring, floor Cork Flooring Cork is nontoxic, nonallergenic and does not attract pests such as termites. Best of all, cork is completely sustainable and easily recyclable because it comes directly form the outer bark of the cork oak tree. Therefore, it negates the need to cut down trees, allowing them to continue releasing oxygen.\r\n\r\nCork\'s versatility and buoyancy make it an excellent flooring choice. Pictured here, a cork floor installation by ecofriendlyflooring.com.

Freshaire Choice No VOCs Paint

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Available exclusively at the Home Depot, ICI Paints\' Freshaire Choice paint is certified at the highest level for \'Children and Schools\' by the Greenguard Environmental Institute and it releases no volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

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Freshaire Choice was designed to be long lasting and durable, comes in recycled packaging, comes in 66 gorgeous colors and it\'s backed with a lifetime warranty.

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AFM Safecoat Paint

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Dress up your dry wall with a safe coat of AFM\'s Ayurveda Essence paint. Based on the ancient Indian medicinal art of Ayurveda, the line is toxin free, while boasting holistic health properties. Each palette is said to inspire a person\'s organic \'dosha\' or energy.

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Safecoat is available at a variety of green specialty retailers, including Green Depot and the Environmental Home Store. To find a dealer near you, search afmsafecoat.com.

Benjamin Moore Aura Paint

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Decorate your world with Benjamin Moore\'s Eco Spec products. Used by some of the most respected green designers, Eco Spec is 100% acrylic, which means it sticks and lasts. That also means it\'s low in volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and odor.

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Benjamin Moore\'s Eco Spec is therefore an excellent choice for interior projects requiring easy cleanup, fast turnaround and no headaches. Check out benjaminmoore.com.

Olympic Premium Interior Paint

paints, eco-paints, Olympic Premium Interior Paint olympic premium interior paint For a true flat finish with a zero volatile organic compound formula, use Olympic\'s Premium Interior Paint line. Though available to the masses at more than 1,520 Lowe\'s superstores, Olympic\'s Premium Interior Line is far from commonplace.\r\n\r\nColors like Turquoise Mist, Blue Odyssey, Allspice and Burning Bush make walls original and equally organic. To learn more about the fresh selection, visit Lowes.\r\n

Sherwin Williams Harmony Interior Latex

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Sherwin Williams Duration Home Interior Latex

paints, eco-paints, Sherwin Williams Duration Home Interior Latex sherwin williams duration home interior latex paint Stop being a wallflower. Sherwin Williams\'s Duration Home Interior Latex is specially formulated to be low in odor and volatile organic compounds. Best of all, the paint naturally resists mildew, and most stains wipe clean with mild soap and water.\r\nWith walls so easy to clean, you\'ll avoid harsh chemicals and frequent repaints. The Duration Home Line is available at all Sherwin Williams stores. Find one near you at Sherwin Williams.

Flip-Flop Nesting Boxes

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Soda Glasses

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Telephone Wire Basket

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Silver Beer/Soda Can Cuff

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Cassette Tape Wallet

Cassette Tape Wallet Cassette Tape Wallet Relive the \'80s with this sweet little throwback to the days when cassette tapes were king. Made from discarded Denon, Memorex and Maxell cassette tapes, each wallet is handmade and eclectic -- just like your taste in music. $39 to $43 at designboom.com.

Record Label Coasters

Record Label Coasters, repurposed, vinyl, music record label coasters\r\n Hark back to the days of old-time rock \'n\' roll with these repurposed vinyl record label coasters. $20 for a set of 12 at eco-artware.com, 1-877-326-2781. \r\n

Pen Nib Cuff Links

Pen Nib Cufflinks pen nib cuff links Handmade from recycled Esterbrook pen nibs from the 1940s, these distinguished silver or gold cuff links make the perfect gift for writers, pen collectors or those who simply sign on the dotted line. $125 at seasons-and-trends.com, 1-877-571-4400. \r\n

Upcycled Tire Messenger Bag

Upcycled Tire Messenger Bag Upcycled Tire Messenger Bag Passchal Accessories Company has repurposed more than 20 tons of inner tubes to date. This Passchal Original Messenger Bag is created from discarded tractor inner tubes and comes complete with an automatic LED light that illuminates the interior of the bag, but shuts off automatically when the bag is closed. $225 at passchal.com, 1-888-618-8619.

Field Guide Bird House

Peterson\'s Field Guide Bird House Peterson\'s Field Guide Bird House This fabulous fantasy birdhouse, inspired by nature field guides, is decoupaged and crafted entirely by hand using books discarded from libraries. $62.50 at katespaperie.com, 1-800-809-9880.

Flattened Wine Bottle Platter

Flattened Wine Bottle Platter Flattened Wine Bottle Platter Cut the cheese on this Flattened Wine Bottle Platter. A fantastic gift for any wine and cheese lover, each repurposed bottle comes with a decorative label and pewter knife. $15 at olivebarn.com, 1-800-808-1630.

Circuit Board Cuff Links

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