Design 127: Environmental Consciousness

BioBag  

http://www.biobagusa.com/ 

BioBag is the world’s largest brand of certified biodegradable bags and all the products are certified to meet the ASTM D6400-99 standard for compostable plastics.  BioBag products are made from Mater-Bi, the main component of which is corn starch and use no polyethylene in the production process and contain no additive to stimulate decomposition. The BioBag bags biodegrade between 90-180 days, depending on the composting method  

Chico Bag Reusable Shopping Bags     

 http://greenfeet.com/

Use the ChicoBag Reusable Nylon Shopping Bag for everything – trips to the grocery store, farmers market or out shopping. The Chico Bag reusable shopping bag’s made from strong, durable nylon. It’s ultra-lightweight and tuck itself into a little bag making it perfect to fit into your purse, pocket or glove box. They’re easy to pack, durable and hold a lot. Machine washable. 1 year manufacturers warranty against defects in material and workmanship. 

Kill A Watt       

http://www.worldcentric.org/store 

The Kill-a-watt: Do you know how much energy you use?

Find out which appliances are sucking energy and money right out of your pocket. Simply plug your appliance into the Kill A Watt™ and a large LCD display counts consumption by the Kilowatt-hour just like your utility company. Use the kill a watt to monitor the quality of your power.

Stonescape

http://www.american-biltrite.com/Flooring/estrie/stonescape/home/stonescape-Home.htm

Stonescape is an environmental-friendly alternative to traditional sheet vinyl flooring or VCT. It is PVC free and does not emit VOC’s into the environment. Stonescape has been used in healthcare, educational, and office applications. 5-year warranty. 

 BioShield 

 http://www.bioshieldpaint.com/index.php?main_page=index 

Bioshield is a paint company who sells “healthy living paints” that contain natural and easily-renewable resources without harmful chemicals, toxins and additives. The company offers a variety of vibrant colors.

http://www.gdiapers.com/ 

gDiapers are earth-friendly diapers that have been cradle to cradle certified by MBDC.  These diapers have a reusable outer shell that comes in a variety of designs and a 100% flushable inner lining that also has a compostable cycle of 50-150 days.  I like how the use of this product cuts down on theamount of plastic disposable diapers that end up in landfills.  gDiapers give babies a stylish look (for those parents who are fashionably conscious) while improving the environment.