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Over the last few months quite alot of people have asked about what gifts they can give that are functional, eco friendly and make an environmental statement. A gift is often a difficult decision at the best of the times, so trying to find a gift which has environmental merits has proven extremely difficult for many. I have scoured the internet and other sources to come up with this eclectic mix of presents at reasonable prices. Whilst the gifts are environmentally friendly, don't forget that they need to be transported via post, so where possible it may be best to try to find more appropriate local suppliers. If you know, sell or manufacture any eco friendly products why not post them here in the comments section or email me the links.- Travel Journal - The Green Apple - £24.95 (Manufactured by Haul)
Totally unique journal made from used australian car plates. The closing tab is made from recycled truck tyre inner tubes, the paper is recycled and the bookmark is made from beer packaging.... pretty eco if you ask me! Ok, so they've had a long journey to get here, but The Green Apple are planting trees to make up for it so the trip will be carbon neutral.
- Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Clipboard - Revolve UK - A5, £8.99, A4, £10.99
- "Billy" Stool - Ree Store - £175
Billy doesn't like to be known simply as a descendant of Annie due to his trolley framework. He would rather be recognised for his innovative use of a satellite dish as the seat fob. Satellite dish can be powder coated or upholstered as required. Manufactured from two redundant items Ree Store offers innovative household items from recycled materials.
- A5 Blue Juice Carton Notepad - Remarkable - £2.50
Made from recycled juice cartons and lined paper.
- Eco Kettle - Nigels Eco Store - £34.99
The innovative Eco Kettle has a unique double chamber that gets you to measure out exactly how much water you want to boil, saving electricity, water, money and time, making it better for the planet... and you still get to have a great cup of tea. That's smart thinking - making the eco kettle one of our favourite eco products, and an essential for any eco friendly kitchen or workplace. Using a kettle to boil more water than you need is the equivalent to powering 300 CFLs unnecessarily.
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Over the last few months quite alot of people have asked about what gifts they can give that are functional, eco friendly and make an environmental statement. A gift is often a difficult decision at the best of the times, so trying to find a gift which has environmental merits has proven extremely difficult for many. I have scoured the internet and other sources to come up with this eclectic mix of presents at reasonable prices. Whilst the gifts are environmentally friendly, don't forget that they need to be transported via post, so where possible it may be best to try to find more appropriate local suppliers. If you know, sell or manufacture any eco friendly products why not post them here in the comments section or email me the links.
2 comments:
Awesome, thanks for this. Gift giving is one of those generally un-Green things. We go and buy -new- stuff, wrap it in painted dead tree, and give it away.
Hello! I thought these were great ideas for a greener holiday! I work with a non profit organization called Oxfam America and thought it would be helpful mention their online gift catalog called Oxfam America Unwrapped. This holiday season visit www.OxfamAmericaUnwrapped.com where you will be able to give symbolic gifts such as a cooking stove or a spinning wheel. Or you can even give the symbolic gift of beaded jewelry that HIV-affected women use to sell to support their families. For this holiday season, give unexpected gifts that do good!
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