Greening the Restaurant Industry

If you’re like me, you savor the experience of dining out, but may also feel guilt when the server packages your leftovers in non-recyclable plastic containers. Sometimes, I simply try to finish my entire meal to avoid that unpleasantness, but of course that only leads to the uneasy feeling of being over-stuffed. Thanks […]

Green Model Homes

I’ve been looking forward to the day when builders’ model homes showcase environmentally-friendly materials, finishes, and furnishings. That’s exactly what happened in Austin, Texas by a large-scale community developer of sustainable homes.
The model home serves as a beautiful example of what measures consumers can have incorporated into their own new homes in the community […]

Corn-based Plastics

In a world looking for alternatives to petroleum, an innovative concept invented around 20 years ago, of creating plastic from corn, yes corn, is now catching on. Several manufacturers are already making products like, trash bags, food containers and packaging for consumer goods, from this polylactic acid resin material called PLA. So, what’s […]

SUBWAY Franchises Go Green

Not only has subway removed trans fats from its food offerings, but the restaurant chain has made a commitment to the environment by making changes to its packaging and distribution operations.  It also just opened its first Eco-Store in Kissimmee, Florida, with more in the pipeline.  Energy and water conservation are priorities for the new […]

First Grocery Store to Achieve LEED Gold

It just makes sense…a natural foods store that incorporates green building technologies and materials into its construction. The PCC Natural Markets store in Redmond, Washington has 28 skylights to minimize electricity use, uses waste heat from refrigerators for space and water heating, and integrated recycled content materials and low-VOC finishes throughout the store. […]

The Sustainable Dining Room

It never ceases to amaze me how many household items you can find that are available in more environmentally friendly options. I’ve compiled some resources here from furniture to flooring and drapes to dishes.
Shopping for a new dining room table to show off during the upcoming holidays? I found tables and chairs of […]

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