There is no arguing that the green movement has thousands of consumers searching the shopping aisles for the best “green” deals they can find.  The problem for many consumers is that there are so many products to choose from and so little time to research them all.  That is, until now.  iPhone users have a new tool at their disposal thanks to a new application created by GoodGuide, a group that provides free and easy access to reliable sources of information on a products health and ethics. (more…)

What do Dr. Toy, Edward Schmults, former CEO of FAO Schwarz, and a large toy retailer have in common? These industry experts are interested in making “greener” toys available for children and are all members of EcoLogo’s Toy Standard Advisory Committee. This group is pleased to report that progress on the Program’s first standard for Toys is well underway. (more…)

The EcoLogo Program has announced a final 15-day review phase for its standard to address instant hand antiseptic products. Individuals who want to provide feedback on this new product category for EcoLogo have this last opportunity to get involved. (more…)

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Last week, The Globe and Mail published a series on companies that are carving out a niche in organics.  Frank T. Ross & Sons Ltd., which manufactures the Nature Clean line of hypoallergenic products was featured in the second of the three stories. This article showcases the company’s growth and its recent partnership with Nelvana, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc. (more…)

Every New Year, a lot of people make a lot of resolutions that they may or may not keep. One act individuals and companies alike should commit to this year is to buy cleaner, greener electricity.

In hops Bullfrog Power… (more…)

In the last issue of eQ, we mentioned that Adria Vasil’s next book was about to be released. Canadian homeowners, renters, condo dwellers and college residence movers and shakers will want to take note that this new book has hit their store shelves over the past few weeks. It’s called Ecoholic Home and it’s written by NOW Magazine columnist Adria Vasil. What readers will find in its pages are countless “green” tips and the real dirt on everything from cooking and gadgeting to renovating and powering what goes on in the home. New features in this follow-up to Adria’s first green guide, Ecoholic, are money-saving tips and a greenwashing symbol that draws attention to areas particularly notorious for misleading green marketing claims.

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Last week, the EcoLogo Program issued a press release announcing that it is revising its standard for hard surface cleaners. The release announced the Program’s call for public comment on the preliminary research conducted for this “greener cleaning product” standard. Here are all the important details about this revision and how you can get involved in this standard development process: (more…)

The latest issue of eQ is officially live and ready for reading! In this winter 09/10 edition, we talk with environmental leader and hero Hunter Lovins about her thoughts on greenwashing and how Natural Capitalism is working to create the Next Industrial Revolution. (more…)

Greener treatment products for pools and spas are about to get EcoLogo’s approval. The EcoLogo Program recently released its first draft standard for various products used to treat privately used pools and spas. Those involved in the manufacturing of pool and spa water treatment products will want to take note. (more…)