One of the oldest sustainable farms in the U.S., Schweiger Vineyards, is this month’s green company feature. Located in picturesque St. Helena, Calif., this large vineyard and winery has been producing fine organic wine and fruit since 1982. Originally purchased in 1960 by the Schweiger family, the vineyard is passionate about family values as well [...]
Eco-inspired Hotel Opens in Soho
Every once in a while it’s important to take time out and pamper yourself. With your seemingly endless workload and currently porous investment portfolio, times are stressful. And, while the latter may make the Dionysian side of life seem inequitable at the moment, never has it been more important.
Help Empower and Create New Opportunities for Artisans Worldwide
All across the world, fair trade programs are helping underprivileged people in developing countries by presenting them with new opportunities and empowering them to pursue their dreams and passions.
Are you ready for a vacation on the high seas? Cruise lines have gotten a bad rap for polluting the environment, but after some research we’ve found some eco-friendly cruises that are changing courses by protecting the environment one ship at a time. Below is a list of our favorite sustainable cruise lines. Be sure [...]
Looking for some earth-friendly ways to enjoy the fast approaching fall season? As part of our travel series, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite spots across the country that are not only fun, but will satisfy your need to “travel sustainably.
By Allyson Koerner
In continuation of the “how to become an eco-participant” as posted yesterday, here are some great environmental organizations to join. We’ve listed our top choices, so good luck finding the right group for you!
World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
Greenpeace International
Sierra Club
National Audubon Society
Friends of the Earth
To learn more, click here for a list of other [...]
By Allyson Koerner
If you’re someone looking to get more involved with the environment, you’re in luck. We put together a list of some great ways to become an eco-participant. There is no right or wrong way, so choose from the few suggestions we’ve provided below. Hopefully, this list will guide you in the green direction!
1. [...]
By Jennifer Forbes
Ah, summer is here in full swing and we all have our list of things we absolutely must do before Labor Day. How sweet it is. Here’s hoping that we all get to each and every one of them and enjoy every minute of that quest.
The Eco News Network team assembled our list [...]
To celebrate the release of Island Story: The True Story of a Never Ending Summer, One Peace Books will host an “Island Story Eco-Island Getaway” Sweepstakes. Winners will receive a five day/four night trip for two to the Beach Rock Village Eco-Resort in Nakijin Village, Okinawa, Japan.
The Eco-Island Getaway Package, valued at nearly $4,000, includes:
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By Allyson Koerner
“Being committed to this for so long it is great to see more and more
people are aware of green travel.”
-Laura Hurley, Public Relations Associate Director of Appalachian Mountain Club
Getting ready to plan an exciting summer vacation? Why not embrace the new vacationing movement known as “Responsible Tourism?” Here you can help protect [...]
