Put your money where your mouth is. For those much needed essentials in life: clothing, bedding, wine and even chocolate why not buy responsibly? Today there are many companies concerned about the environment. These companies look for ways to reduce their impact on the world around them through recycling, using less energy, and supporting conservation efforts in other countries. By supporting those companies that have also taken the pledge to protect the environment, the environment will be better off.

If you’re not sure if a company is “eco” or not, there are ways to determine “eco-credentials.” Ask the following questions: does the company minimize or “offset” the pollution it produces? Does it donate money to environmental causes? Does the company offer recycled or recycleable products?

Some of my favorite companies by include: Patagonia, Under the Nile, Loomstate, Stewart and Brown,

Posted on December 30th, 2007 by Olivia Zaleski