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Shopping For A Good Reason - a list by dwilliams

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Far too often we shop because we are bored and buy things we absolutely don't need. In this ongoing list I hope to pinpoint places where can shop for a reason and do good at the same time.

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Green Planet Premium Interior Flat Paint

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Green paint (not to be confused with green paint) that is paint and mineral based, comes in a variety of mineral colors and has zero VOC.

Updated Jun 23, 2009

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Dosh

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I would buy one of these is the amount of cash required to do so was less than the amount of cash I could put in it.

Updated May 15, 2009

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"I am not a paper cup"

115 people recommended this item

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Love the clean yet cheeky design! This cup is damn handy!

Updated May 18, 2009

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Brunton Vapor AF All Fuel Expedition Stove

3 people recommended this item

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Eco Hikers' Dream: Precision Stove Burns Any Flammable Liquid. Alternative energy isn't just for your biodiesel Benz anymore. Brunton's top canister is a world stomper's combustible dream, able to burn most any flammable liquid, from butane or kerosene to Jet-A

Updated Jul 17, 2008

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Vers iPod Stero Speaker

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4 people recommended this item

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eCo for your IPod...he Vers 2X is sustainably designed: wood from plantation sources, energy efficient electronics, 100% recycled packaging,

Updated Apr 30, 2008

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Recycled Juice Pouch Handbag

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he KILUS Foundation is a cooperative of more than 500 women from Pasig City, Philippines formed in 1999. Their objective is to recycle non-biodegradable items, such as juice boxes, into attractive, profitable products like this adorable, durable all-purpose tote! KILUS currently provides a livelihood to 200 families, helping to generate much-needed income for basic living expenses and education. This bag is made from 100% recycled juice boxes; because of the materials it is waterproof and extremely durable...perfect for groceries, going to the gym, kid's toys, books and much more!

Updated Apr 30, 2008

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Sustainable Bambu Serving Set

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With so many fabulous sustainable products available there is really no reason to choose anything else. This Bamboo serving bowl set is a perfect example. Because it is finished with a food-safe lacquer, it can be used as a salad bowl, pasta bowl, fruit bowl and is great for patio dining! (via Delight Store)

Updated Apr 3, 2008

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ChatterBlocker

2 people recommended this item

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I soooo need this. ChatterBlocker is software that reduces distraction from nearby conversations so you can stay focused. ChatterBlocker does not use noise cancellation; instead, it blurs recognizable speech with a soothing blend of nature sounds, music and background chatter. Intelligible speech is often the most distracting sound in the workplace. ChatterBlocker lowers the intelligibility and reduces the distraction.

Updated Apr 23, 2008

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Geeky Gadgets, Goofy Gizmos + Nerdcore

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Project M: Buy A Meter

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Each summer, John Bielenberg's Project M brings together a handful of young designers to spend one month dedicated to a cause where they can make difference by using design. This summer, eight designers traveled to Greensboro, Ala.—a small town in an extremely impoverished county—where, after weeks of research, the designers uncovered a disturbing fact: One-quarter of the county's residents did not have access to clean water. To draw awareness to the issue, Project M designed and produced a powerful newsprint piece and corresponding website encouraging donors to "buy" the meters to connect residents to the water supply.

Updated Aug 24, 2007

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Circuit Lamp from Motherboard Gifts and More

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Founded in 1991, Motherboard specializes in the manufacturing of high quality gift products utilizing reclaimed circuit boards and other fun and unique materials. These products capture the intrinsic beauty of technology while providing an environmentally friendly alternative to the circuit boards being disposed of in landfills. Each product may vary by color and pattern making every item unique - virtually one of a kind.

Updated Jul 30, 2007