Smart Bike

It's taken a little while (ok over a decade!) but it seems like big companies and local government head honchos are finally ready to put some time and money behind the development of bike sharing programs. The idea is old news in Europe but has yet to reach critical mass in the states. 

If you're in Washington, DC, check out Smart Bike to read more about America's first self service public bike rental program. Come on Los Angeles! Catch on!!!

xoxo,

Miss T (who has 3 bikes so that her friends always have one to borrow when in need)

Go Blue Instead of Go Green?

Going "Blue" kicked off its program as a way to help out Habitat for Humanity with free insulation.
Cotton Incorporated has been recycling old blue jeans into home insulation over the past few years. The program is called Cotton From Blue To Green and has taken thousands of blue jeans nationwide and turned them into home insulation.

Cotton Incorporated is teaming up with National Geographic Kids, hoping to break a world record for recycled clothes. Help support the cause and donate your jeans today at National Geographic Kids,

To read more about blue jean green check out this link, Recycled Blue Jeans Used As Insulation

Ciao,
JeJe

Let's Start a Revolution!

If you're in California you might have heard about a fantastic organization called Revolution Foods who have partnered with Whole Foods to provide fresh, nutritious meals and snacks, as well as nutrition education, for students, faculty and parents. Since it's beginnings Revolution Foods has served over 100 programs throughout the Bay Area and Los Angeles. They also offer a website loaded with healthy food tips, recipes, and educational resources, as well as a line of lunchbox snacks. Does your state have an organizations doing something similar? Let us know!

xoxo,
Miss T

PS-Where's the organizations working on providing me healthy nutritious vending machine options at work? ;)

Paris Going Green- Circa 2030

It is reassuring to know that there are global efforts worldwide in effect to help save our planet. French president Nicholas Sarkozy called on ten of the region's top planning firms to design the city of Paris circa 2030 green inspired. He would like to claim the city of Paris to be the most green and environmentally sustainable in the world. If you are interested in seeing what "Le Grand Paris" (that is the name of their project) looks like take a look at Green Paris of 2030.

Maybe it is our turn to turn out the lights and transform Times Square into "Le Green Square"

Ciao!
JeJe

JetBlue going JetGreen?

Hi all,

Now I like JetBlue as much as the next person. Low fairs, cute uniforms, convenient locations, what's not to like?! But with all their recent efforts in the greenosphere they have officially won my heart. Which to be fair isn't that hard but still. 

Take a moment to check out all the ways that they are Jetting to Green. You can also  make a pledge to to JetBlue's One Thing That’s Green Campaign for a chance to win a Toyota Prius or an HGTV Green Room Makeover. But you might want to wait until tomorrow. Seems like they are overun with environmentally friendly fliers who are amped up on  Earth Day!

I've been clicking in vain for 20 minutes now so I'm making a note to do it first thing tomorrow morning.

xoxo, 

Miss T

8 Earth Day Tricks to Go Green

The month of April is famous for the official start of Spring and Earth Day, so I thought I this copy article was appropriate.

1. Buy in Bulk
- Visit your local Sam's club or Costco
2. Reduce Food-Related Paper Use
- Buy your children lunch boxes instead of brown paper bags.
3. Use Rechargeable Batteries
- For all your remotes and gadgets in the house.
4. Install a Programmable Thermostat
- Keeps the house a constant temperature too!
5. Print Only When Necessary
- Add a tagline on your emails to "Please Print Responsibly"
6. Upgrade to Energy-Efficient Lighting
- Not only are you helping the environment, you will save a couple bucks too!
7. Utilize Public Transportation
- Save on gas!
8. Attend a Household Hazardous Waste Event
- We are all guilty of the half empty paint cans in our basement and garages...

You can have fun, save money and save the environment all in the same act~

Ciao!
JeJe

Vera Wang Bride-to-Be Line is Recession Conscious

For all the Bride-to-Be's out there, check out this Recession-Proof Wedding at Vera Wang article. Having the perfect wedding could end up costing you a lot more than you think and if you have dreamed of walking down that isle or beach wearing a Wang design, your dreams may come true after all! Vera Wang has dropped her pricing up to 30 -40 % off select styles. Her new sassy looks are to die for.

Who said girls can't have fun during a Recession?!

Ciao,
JeJe