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Sizzling Stuff for a Sustainable Summer

by Yuka Yoneda, 07/05/09

summer shop picks, sustainable style, green style guide, green bbq, green party, eco-friendly fourth of july, green independence day

As summer heats up, we’re looking forward to bikini and pina colada time by the pool. If you’re looking for stylish items to help keep you cool that won’t break the bank or your eco-conscience, here are a few that we can recommend…

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5 Cheap and Easy Last Minute Ways to Green Your Fourth of July

by Yuka Yoneda, 07/02/09

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Maybe you simply didn’t have enough time this year to think about it. Or maybe you’ve already gotten so many biodegradable plates, composting bins and other eco-hookups for your Fourth of July shindig that you feel you can’t possibly get any greener. Wait! Here are a few super simple and practically free ways to make your BBQ, beach bash or rooftop gathering more about celebrating and less about waste. Uncle Sam would be proud!


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Ultimate Biodegradable Party Kit Has All You Need for July 4th

by Yuka Yoneda, 07/01/09

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You know we’re big fans of recycling, but this Fourth of July, doesn’t it just seem like more fun to be able to tell your guests to throw their used plates and cups into the bushes instead of a recycling bin? Well okay, you probably don’t want litter on your lawn, so that first scenario might be a bit extreme. But with Branch’s brand new Biodegradable Party Kit, you’ll have everything you need for an eco-friendly fete without any of the hassle.


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Sizzling Summer Shop Picks for Eco-Friendly Celebrating

by Yuka Yoneda, 06/28/09

summer shop picks, sustainable style, green style guide, green bbq, green party, eco-friendly fourth of july, green independence day

BBQs, frosty drinks, swimming pools and bikinis – these are what summer dreams are made of. With all of the excitement, planning a summer that is both unforgettable and eco-conscious can seem daunting, but Independence Day (that’s next week!) is the perfect time to celebrate and commemorate all of the progress towards a less wasteful life you’ve made so far. Here are a few easy ways to make your summer sustainably stylish – right in time for the Fourth!

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