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Black Plastic in the Kitchen? Why Bambu’s Natural Bamboo Utensils Are the Smarter Choice
December 17, 2024
Research published in Chemosphere revealed that 85% of black plastic household items, including cooking utensils, contain toxic chemicals such as flame retardants, which can leach into food during use.
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December 5, 2009
Disposable Turned Into Art
We are big on the idea of turning waste into value. One of our core beliefs is that a lot of the value of a product lies in knowing where...
November 18, 2009
1 Big Idea = 1000 Eco Design Ideas
The way we live is unsustainable. Our actions and our decisions have environmental consequences. Ecologically sensitive design has to become an integral and permanent part of our lives. 1000 New...
November 11, 2009
Japanese cooking in the 'test' kitchen of Saveur magazine (another bambu sighting)
We love the idea of a 'test kitchen.' A place where elements come together. A 'test' kitchen conjures up the notion of fresh ingredients, new ideas, a bit of bravery,...
January 17, 2009
1000 of 1% equals what?
It equals a groundbreaking achievement. 1% For The Planet has surpassed the 1000 member mark. And that is an important milestone because it means that over 1000 companies have committed...
January 10, 2009
Green Drinks launches in Shanghai
The first official GREEN DRINKS SHANGHAI will be held at URBN Boutique Hotel at 183 Jiaozhou Lu, in the Green Room from 7-9pm on Thursday, January 15, 2009. Chances are...
January 9, 2009
attending Consumer Electronics Show
I know this is an odd place to have a post about CES, but read on.... The big, all important Consumer Electronics Show is in full swing in Las Vegas....
December 31, 2008
Doing Good Work in Ecuador
There is a small but dedicated group involved in one of the most rich and biologically diverse ecosystems in the world in Western Ecuador. We're big believers in the good...
December 13, 2008
bamboo on wheels
The cool folks at BambooSK8 Eco Friendly Skateboards make eco friendly skateboards using sustainable bamboo skate decks. Note to skaters – according to the Science Channel, skateboards have replaced furniture...
December 12, 2008
Inhabitat Shop - now open!
We're big fans of Inhabitat.com, and have been for years. We applauded when they opened the cleverly titled, Inhabitots for environmentally-minded parents and of course, green kids. In fact, you...
November 18, 2008
Grameen Foundation in Shanghai - CEO Alex Counts
It's a truly a pleasure to be associated with Grameen Foundation. We had the distinct pleasure to meet and hear CEO Alex Counts speak during his recent visit to Shanghai....
November 11, 2008
Feeding the Garden - a hands on event in Chicago
Chicago is a favorite city of ours. It has consistently been rated as one of the most environmentally focused cities in the US. From a well developed bike system, to...
October 31, 2008
a song for salmon and more
This post brings together several things we feel pretty strongly about. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, we have a deep appreciation for the Pacific Salmon. The salmon is a...
October 26, 2008
Eco-Fair 2008 Shanghai, China
We held the second Shanghai Eco-Fair on Saturday, October 25th outside at URBN Hotel, China's first and only carbon neutral hotel. URBN was designed by our friends at A00. (A00...