Green sites!
Recycling Bin
(http://www.recyclingbin.com)
An organization committed to the development and production of highly efficient solid
waste collection receptacles for schools, municipalities, events, corporations,
stores, and other points of collection.
Energy Star
(http://www.energystar.gov/)
A joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department
of Energy helping to save money and protect the environment through energy efficient
products and practices.
Energy Guide
(http://www.eere.energy.gov/consumer/your_home/)
A consumers guide to energy efficiency and renewable energy.
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture
(http://www.ers.usda.gov/)
A primary source of economic information and research in the U.S. Department of
Agriculture. ERS conducts a research program to inform public and private decision
making economic and policy issues involving food, farming, natural resources, and
rural development.
Organic
Definition of Organic
It seems like the word ‘organic’ is popping up everywhere these days, but what
exactly does it mean? To get to the root of it, we have to go back to the way the raw
materials are produced. Today, many products are made with chemical fertilizers,
genetic modification, or added preservatives. Organic farmers use a different
approach – they focus on growing and farming their goods in a natural, environment-
friendly surrounding. They do not add chemicals, hormones or preservatives to their
products. The word organic is most commonly used when referring to food, health
care products, clothing and linens.
How does it apply to these different items?
Food & health items:
Specific guidelines have been established by the United States Department of
Agriculture’s (USDA) National Organic Program (NOP) to guarantee that consumers
know the exact organic content of the food they buy. USDA labels are voluntarily
placed on organic products and ensure that a product is at least 95 percent organic.
A Government-approved certifier examines the environment where the product is
grown to make sure all the necessary rules and guidelines meet the USDA organic
standards. Companies that manage or process organic food before it gets to your
local market or restaurant must be certified as well.
Clothing & Linens:
Textiles that are certified organic are made from raw organic materials that originate
from organic cultivation, processed using sustainable textile production methods
where 100% certified organic natural fibers come from inspected, toxic free organic
farming in compliance with regulations for organic production.
To learn more about the benefits of organic agriculture food and products log on to
http://www.organic.org/.
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