Simple Solutions to the E-Waste Problem
Michelle KayIts easy to get excited about getting new gadgets, but we rarely give an afterthought to what happens to our old laptops or cell phones after we put them out on the curb. Some of us might be more responsible and bring them to the nearest recycling facility for proper disposal, but the fact of the matter is e-waste @font-face { font-family: "Times New Roman"; }p.MsoNormal, ...
Read more...CategoriesEco Living | Gadgets and Gizmos | MultimediaGift Giving Made Healthy
Naturally SavvyFinding the perfect gift is a challenge, especially when your wish is to promote a healthy and environmentally-conscious lifestyle. This year, give the gift of health with these great ideas: Gift Baskets Large or small, DIY gift baskets can be customized for each person and inspired by holiday events. Here are some suggestions: Fruit and vegetable baskets. Ma...
Read more...CategoriesNaturally Green | Eco Living | Gadgets and Gizmos | Miscellaneous Green | Travel and HolidaysIs Technology Preventing Your Healthy Sleep?
Kevin ByrneYou cant see or smell them, but they are all around us. EMFs (Electromagnetic fields) are invisible lines of force that emit from electrical power lines and electrical and electronic devices. A different type of EMF (Radio Frequency) is emitted by wireless technology such as wi-fi routers, cordless portable phones and cell phones. Today, a growing number of experts believe that all of this ...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and Gizmos | Optimal Health | General Health5 Great iPhone Apps for Vegans
Naturally SavvyBeing Vegan has plenty of health and environmental benefits, from a healthier diet to a lower carbon footprint. But being vegan can be difficult, particularly when youre just starting out. The good news: Vegan iPhone users can get a little help with a variety of apps gears toward people who dont eat animal products. Everyday Vegan Looking for a vegan recipe while youre grocery shopping?...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and Gizmos3 Easy DIY Cork Laptop Stands
Naturally SavvyHaving a laptop is great, but the one pitfall is they often heat up with prolonged use, which means your laptop has to use extra energy to cool itself down, and the heat reduces the lifespan of your computer, resulting in more electronic waste. DIY laptop stands have exploded in popularity, and many use items that would otherwise end up in landfillsitems such as wine corks. Wine corks are a...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosGreen Office Guide
Naturally SavvyWe live in a freelancing world. About one-third of Americans are independent workers, and that means there are a lot of home offices and workspaces out there. Toss in the telecommuters and the number jumps higher. Some people work at the kitchen table, others have a spacious room, but everyone has a spot somewhere in the home for answering phone calls, printing documents, and doing work. But ha...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and Gizmos10 iPhone Apps to Help You Go Green
Naturally SavvyWant to go green? There are lots of apps for that. If you have trouble separating the green from the greenwashing, want to reduce your vehicle's carbon footprint, are trying to eat local, or wish you could help plant trees in areas affected by deforestation, there are apps that can help you do all these things and more. Whether you're at home or on the go, going green can be at your fing...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosGet a Free Engangered Animal Ringtone
Naturally SavvyWhether you prefer your latest favorite song, an uncommon synthesized melody, or the good old telephone ring, theres no denying there are plenty of options when it comes to ringtones. And one of the more eco-aware options is RareEarthtones.org, a website featuring a collection of free animal call ringtones. A project of the Center for Biological Diversity, Rare Earthtones was created to raise a...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosKnow Your Cell Phone's Radiation Levels
Cara SmusiakWe've all heard it before: cell phones emit radiation, and those long-term health effects are a little scary. In 2009, two groups of researchers looked at 25 studies of cell phone users and found a 50 to 90 percent increased risk for glioma and acoustic neuroma brain tumors. Other studies have linked cell phone use to migraines and vertigo, as well as behavioral problems in children. And ver...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosGet Green Office Gadgets
Naturally SavvyWe all like to think we're doing good things for the planet, but how many people can say their office is green? Sure, your company may be recycling, and perhaps they're trying to reduce energy use by turning computers off at night, but many companies still use dated energy-sucking computer systems and single-use products. However, switching to eco-friendly systems and supplies is simple,...
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Toxic Trail of 'Recycled' E-Waste Leads Overseas
Cara SmusiakEver wonder what happens to all your old PCs, broken keyboards and ink cartridges? If you take your electronics to recyclers, you probably have visions o...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosTweet Green with #EcoMonday
Cara SmusiakTwitter is making green networking easier with #EcoMonday, a new hashtag that lets users share their favorite green Twitter streams every Monday. Hashtags are ...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosClean Water Appears Out of Thin Air with EcoloBlue
Cara SmusiakImagine a machine that makes clean water out of the air. It might sound crazy, but it exists, and you can get one for your home. It's name? The EcoloBlue ...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosSet up Online RSVP for Your Wedding
Cara SmusiakI love weddings. The romance, the comedy, the family and friends—it all makes for a wonderful day of celebration. But weddings aren't exactly gentle on th...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosMake Magnets From A Broken Computer Keyboard
Cara SmusiakA few years ago I spilled a glass of lemonade on my roommate's computer, most of it ending up in the keyboard. Thankfully I was able to pop the keys ou...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosTurn An Old Saw Blade Into A Clock
Cara SmusiakMr. and Ms. Fix-Its the world over have all sorts of old construction materials and power tools kicking around, quietly filling basements and garages after eac...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosHow To: Green Your iPod
Naturally SavvyBe aware of your iPod's energy consumption.iPod Nano's and iPod Classic's eco-friendly characteristics-they're arsenic-free glass, brominat...
Read more...CategoriesGadgets and GizmosBe Greener & Save: Watching Less Television
Robin ShreevesThere was unexpected knock on the door this morning. The local phone/internet/cable company was canvassing the neighborhood looking for more business. The man ...
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