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Archive for December, 2009

The latest and greatest in LED lighting has clearly arrived in the Pharox 60 LED Dimmable Bulb. With 19% of energy consumption worldwide used for lighting (most of that going to heat, mind you), it’s with illuminated excitement that we welcome this genius bulb. Fitting most standard sized light fixtures, the Pharox uses only 6 watts but has an output of 60! Add in the bonus feature of dimmability and the absence of lead or mercury, and you have an impressive little object in the palm of your hand.

Though the bulb carries a pricetag of $39.95, the initial sticker shock is sure to fade as you calculate the cost over the 25 year estimated lifespan (that’s 6 times longer than a CFL and 35 times longer than an incadescent bulb!). Playing a part in the energy revolution need not mean installing whole-house solar panels – in fact, the brightest idea may be as easy and accessible as the flip of a switch.

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Wishes for chocolate waterfalls and gumdrop lined walkways need not go unanswered, even if you’re trying to build a household of healthy, organic sustenance. The two dads behind YummyEarth’s organic lollipops and organic candy have built a sweet tooth’s haven, as well as a mother’s organic dream.

With no chemical colors, artificial flavors, or corn syrup, YummyEarth treats are as pure as they are delectable – each one USDA and EU certified organic! Plus all candies are gluten-free, peanut-free, and tree nut-free, so they make for great classroom goodies (available at a discount in bulk). Whether enjoying gummy bears, sour gummy worms, lollipops or drops – make sure to taste all 21 flavors made from real fruit extract. All the sweetness without the strange little orange men or fear of turning into a big blue ball.

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You’ve made the switch to organic food, you carry your reusable bottle and To-Go Ware with you at all times, and you’re even making conscious fashion purchases. But when it come to a lady’s, er… scent, it can be hard to make the switch to natural deodorant.

Truth is, while they come bundled with a package of unintended consequences and side effects, those harsh chemicals do keep the smell at bay.  But why sacrifice safety when you can have something that’s just as effective and smells just as nice (if not better, we’d argue)? Welcome to LAVANILA – the reason underarms all over the world are raised in olfactory confidence.

Using non-toxic, natural & organic ingredients, LAVANILA deodorants are free of petrochemicals, phthalates, sulfates, parabens, aluminum, synthetic dyes, and other nasties commonly found in products aimed at preventing underarm odor. Packaged in an adorable recyclable case, the toughest choice you’ll have to make now is between the purist scent, vanilla, and all the latest pairings.

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Rare Antarctic coral is one of the organisms photographed by researchers. All photos via BAS / P. Bucktrout

Beneath the icy waters of Antarctica, in a place that seems so inhospitable, live amongst the rarest and most beautiful creatures on earth. Recently, a team of international researchers traveled to study marine life there, where ocean temperatures are rising more rapidly than anywhere else in the world. What they brought back are some o… Read the full story on TreeHugger
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It’s that time of year and the crew here at Jetson Green would like to share well wishes for the holidays. Stay healthy, keep warm, and enjoy friends and family. We’re going to kick out some compilation articles over the next week that we hope you like. Reflect on some things and look forward. It’s been an interesting year with much to be thankful for …

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