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A new study, “Greenfluencers” by Porter Novelli points to a significant new change in the way eco information is disseminated and who’s paying attention…to whom.

There are lots of articles these days on saving money on your grocery bill. If you’ve stretched to buy organic foods in the past, the surge in food prices may have put you at the tipping point where you consider cutting back on organic purchases.

If you’re Japanese, European or heavily involved in natural foods, nutraceuticals may be a regular item on your shopping list. But for the average American, nutraceuticals or functional foods are virtually unknown. That’s about to change.

The first eco nightclub, Surya, launches in London

With summer in full gear displays of sunscreen appear in every drug, discount and grocery store and many other retail outlets as well.

But what are we really putting on our skin? A recent study raises some concerns.

If you follow the census figures, which up to this point, those in the green field may not have done since green consumers tend to be bound by beliefs rather than income, age or education, you may not be aware of the dramatic changes taking place.

The new "Milk Pitcher" the first of many new products as the forces of rising energy prices and environmental awareness are creating a perfect storm of opportunity for packaging ecopreneurs.

Just when you thought that inflation would drive consumers away from more expensive green products, the silver lining appears. The Wall Street Journal, in an in depth article, Green Products Gain From New Price Equation on the subject, reports that green products and those with greener packaging may turn out to be the big winner as energy prices spiral out of control.

Yahoo Green, launched last year has found some intereating information on how to attract green consumers. here are 5 ways.

New plastic shower curtains made from PVC contains toxic chemicals including: phthalates DEHP and DINP. consumer Group warns of hazards to young children

Most companies are not going green as much as you think. New report begs to differ with popular opinion

A new award for social entrepreneurs gives something more priceless than cash...connections

Realistically, going green means giving up some parts of an established lifestyle. Sometimes that is easy and requires no forethought. Sometimes, it's a sacrifice of time or convenience, but sometimes it requires sacrificing another important part of a lifestyle.

A recent report from Javelin Strategy & Research found out that customers really like the idea of green banking. Forty-three percent of consumers said they are more likely to do business with companies they perceive to be green. But….three out of four consumers STILL receive paper statements. Hmmmm.

A new report,Vitamin D Deficiency Puts 40% of U.S. Infants and Toddlers At Risk, just came out today. Perhaps what kids need is a little more time outdoors. here's some ideas.