People Towels Review and Giveaway (Closed)
PeopleTowels™ is the newest concept in sustainability – 100% organic cotton, reusable personal hand towels that make going green as easy as drying your hands. Switch from paper towels to PeopleTowels to dry your hands in public facilities to saves trees and reduce waste.
A simple substitute for a paper towel to help us cut down on exposure to other people’s germs in public spaces and reduce paper consumption.
Some seriously disturbing facts:
USA is the #1 user of paper:
“The US, with less than 5% of the world’s people, uses 30% of the world’s paper. Each person in the US uses about 335kg of paper each year– that’s 7 times the world average, even twice the average for industrial countries. China has more than 20% or the world’s population. It uses 11% of the world’s paper, about 27 kg per person. India has 16% of the world’s people, consumes just 1% of the world’s paper, and uses less than 4 kg per person per year. The high level of forest consumption in the U.S. is unsustainable–it’s even less sustainable if adopted by everyone else in the world. If everyone in the world used as much paper as the average American, the world would need 7x as much paper. It’s pretty clear that this planet does not have enough ecological space for American consumption habits.” (From Janet Abramovitz: Senior Researcher of World Watch Paper: Paper Cuts)
Corporations can have a big impact:
5000 employees = Annual savings of $215,000 + 1250 trees + a reduction of 115,000 lbs of landfill waste and conservation of 1,250,000 gal water. PeopleTowels estimates that each person uses 2,400 paper towels at work alone, if they are making approximately 5 trips to a public restroom per day each week. That’s equivalent to a case of C Fold paper towels each year, with a case costing an average of $43. This doesn’t include either the cost savings from waste disposal on the backend.
Corporate Sustainability Programs improve retention rates, public image, and employee morale:
According to the Society for Human Resources Management’s (SHRM) 2007 Green Workplace Survey, 61% of employees whose organization participated in environmentally friendly practices reported that they are “very likely” or “likely” to stay with their current organization because of their organization’s environmentally responsible program. In addition, 36% reported improved employee morale and employees reported strong public image (67%) as the top positive outcome of environmentally responsible programs for organizations.
Paper waste fills our landfills:
According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, paper made up the largest share – 34% – of municipal solid waste in 2006. While about half of paper waste is recovered for recycling or compost, the other half ends up in landfills, where it does not readily decompose. Recycling alone is also not a cure-all; the recycling process, as well as production from virgin pulp uses water, energy and chemicals.
Paper use effects virgin forests and accelerates global warming:
The National Resources Defense Council states that Americans use an average of 741 pounds of paper, per person, each year. Most of the world’s paper supply comes from timber logged in regions that have an ecologically valuable, biologically diverse habitat. The virgin timber-based pulp and paper industry is the third greatest industrial emitter of global warming pollution. Its carbon dioxide emissions are projected to double by 2020. Source: http://www.nrdc.org/land/forests/tissue.asp
I really do hope you take a couple extra moments out and read that statistics above. Send them around, there is a nifty share button. Not because I need the press but this ridiculous, wasteful world of paper towels does.
I know most people sit at home and think there is no way they can live with out paper towels. I enourage you to try. Next trip to the store, instead of buying a case of paper towels try to buy a package or two of the car wash cloths, or the “rags” that every store has. Throw those in a basket onyour counter and place your paper towels in the pantry. I think you will be so surprised at how quickly that becomes your new habit.
I have been using People Towels as a replacement for paper towels when I am NOT at home. First off they are adorable, second they are thin enough to be easily portable. I can’t emphasize enough how clutch they were for my NYC trip. Between the plane, the buss to the hotel, the city, public bathrooms…. yes, very clutch indeed.
Practical yet eco-chic, PeopleTowels are small (approx. 9 x 9 inches), absorbent, light-weight and fast-drying
- Six eco-chic designs
- Machine washable and will last for years of constant use
- Designed with a hang tag for easy access when clipped on a purse or a backpack
- Custom fabrics that are 100% Certified Organic Fair Trade Cotton
- One percent of PeopleTowels’ sales go toward preserving the Earth through the 1% for the Planet program
- Created using eco-friendly dyes that are 100% natural and nontoxic. As with most silk screen fabrics, variations in the printing may occur
People Towels has a special going on until the end of the year. Buy 2 Towels and get a free tote bag!
People Towels would also like to offer one Prissy Green reader a set of 5 People Towels! This is $35 value.
To enter, please visit People Towels and tell me one fact you learned.
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Contest winners are always chosen by random.org and verified per rules. Contest ends at 11:59pm EST, on 12/22. Open to US.
disclosure: I did receive items for review, but was under no obligation to report with a review. opinions are still 100% my own.
Apericots Review and Giveaway (Organic Baby Clothes) (Closed)
I have 7 nieces and nephews and buying for them for the Holidays can about make me go broke. And me being the good auntie that I am, have to get them GOOD gifts. And to me good gifts=green gifts! So imagine how thrilled I was when I was contacted to do a review for Apericots! Organic Baby Clothing.
Many people understand the wisdom in choosing organic food, but why should we wear organic cotton clothing? Well, there are many good reasons:
Conventional cotton farming takes an enormous toll on the air, water, soil and people who live in cotton growing areas. In the United States, 1/3 Pound of agricultural chemicals are typically used in the production of a single cotton T-shirt. (www.organicconsumers.org)
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, seven of the top 15 pesticides used on U.S. cotton crops are potential or known human carcinogens.
Organic cotton is, like all other organic fibers, grown without the use of toxic chemical pesticides and fertilizers. Farmers that grow organic cotton use crop rotation as an alternative to agrochemicals and artificial fertilizers. Organic cotton baby clothes are also manufactured without the use of toxic chemicals. This means that, while in the manufacturing process, the clothes will not be subjected to dyes or bleaches, nor will they be sprayed with formaldehyde to preserve their “fresh look” before shipping.
During the conversion of conventional cotton into clothing, numerous toxic chemicals are added at each stage – harsh petroleum scours, softeners, brighteners, heavy metals, flame and soil retardants, ammonia and formaldehyde – to name just a few. A baby’s skin is more porous and thinner than an adults. That means that their skin absorbs things very easily. Children are at greater risk for pesticide-related health problems than adults.
Organic cotton has softer, longer fibers than conventional cotton, so the resulting fabric is softer, thicker, and more durable. Organic cotton is especially great for infants and children. Whereas pesticide and chemically-treated clothing traps heat and prevents skin from absorbing adequate moisture—often causing rashes and eczema on sensitive skin—organic cotton is natural and breathable.
Children with allergies particularly benefit, as organic cotton does not have the residual toxic residues that linger on conventional cotton. Even those without sensitive skin find organic cotton more comfortable and kid-friendly. (www.happygreenbee.com)
So now you know safety, precaution and the why’s so lets get to down to cuteness!
The only time little bums aren’t squeezably cute in these Bum Genius Cloth Diapers are when their stinky! Love all the colors!
And the precious long sleeve tees in 100% Organic Cotton. (some are thermal!)
High-quality customizable shirts designed for maximum softness and comfort.
• 100% certified organic cotton
• Combed spun cotton for silky soft feel & comfort
• Heavy weight for warmth and durability
• Freshest colors
• Fully customizable using eco-friendly inks
and these Organic Cotton hats to keep little noggins warm
Apericots hats are made from 100% USDA Certified Organic and Pesticide Free Cotton, not to mention they only use eco-friendly inks!!
and last for here but not on their site, Organic cotton PANTS. How fetching!
I got a SUPER Thermal in blue for my niece, she has the most gorgeous blue eyes. and I know it is going to look stunning on her. I also got her a pair of matching blue pants. Because less then 2 years old, she is already getting her diva strut on! Both the pants and the thermal are so very soft. Better then any worn in shirt you can imagine.
At Apericots, you can either utilize their amazing designs OR you can create your own. Now how fun is that? Just go to the section that states,”design your own” and then
And Apericots would like to give one Prissy Green reader the chance to dress their baby organic! One winner will receive a $25 gift card!
To enter, visit Apericots and tell me one item, color too, that you would like to see on your little one, or give as a gift!
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disclosure: I did receive items for review, but was under no obligation to report with a review. opinions are still 100% my own.
New Terra Living Review (round 2)
A couple weeks ago I wrote about how I was now in love with my new organic cotton yoga pants from New Terra Living.
Well now I have a t-shirt to go along with them!
Can’t even tell you how many times I have felt like saying this to family. As The Green Fly Shop (shirt creator) so kindly puts it: News Flash: There is NO Garbage Fairy, okay. So do what the shirt sez, wouldja’? Reduce, Recycle, Reuse. And if you’re community doesn’t recycle then let us know (info@greenflyshop.com) – maybe they’ll make our maggot of the month!
Ultra soft, ring spun, combed 100% Organic Cotton.
Made by member manufacturers of the Fair Labor Association: a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting international labor standards and improving working conditions worldwide
Warning: not for pansies, wimps, cry-babies, whiners, the faint of heart, people easily offended or boring folks that are just like everybody else.
In case you missed some of the products New Terra Living carries let me tell you they have a bit of everything for the green chic recycler in all of us. Organic Cotton baby clothes, household cleaning (ecover, seventh generation), eco-friendly jewelry and more! It is a must see for yourself site!
