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Recycle with MTV
Posted on May 17, 2012 | No CommentsMTV Brasil is meeting the challenges of plastic recycling with the introduction of a new machine. In just a few easy steps, the machine takes an expired credit card and gives it new life in the form of a guitar pick. (Check out the demo.)... -
The Gift of the Pine Marten
Posted on April 23, 2012 | No CommentsWho says little people can’t do big things? Inspired by a public service announcement for Canadian nonprofit Earth Rangers, Winter Slade, a 7-year-old from London, Ontario, decided that instead of toys she’d like to save the pine marten for her birthday. Parents of kids likely... -
The Commercilization of Earth Day
Posted on April 22, 2012 | No CommentsIf you’re conflicted about the many “celebrations” of Earth Day, you are not alone. Elizabeth Rosenthal, environmental reporter for the New York Times, today covers the topic comparing the commercilization of Earth Day to that of Valentine’s Day. That Special Day: Bah, Humbug? by Elizabeth Rosenthal... -
Organically Fashionable
Posted on March 26, 2012 | No CommentsOnce singled out by Greenpeace for the hazardous dumping of chemicals at their factories and discarding clothing, H&M is increasing efforts to provide more sustainable products. Last fall the company surpassed Wal-Mart to become the largest buyer of organic cotton. Much of this cotton has... -
Welcome Spring
Posted on March 20, 2012 | No CommentsThere’s something in the air today. It’s spring! Officially anyway. Unseasonably warm weather as of late makes the marking of the vernal equinox less significant than in years past. Vernal means “of or related to spring.” Equinox is derived from the Latin word meaning “equal night.” ... -
EP Henry Helps in Hawaii
Posted on March 11, 2012 | No CommentsIt may be difficult at first to know how to take what you saw at the 2012 Philadelphia International Flower Show and recreate it in the less than tropical climate of our region. It may be helpful to focus not on lush flora of the... -
Sharing in the Spirit
Posted on March 10, 2012 | No CommentsSince the orchid is the signature flower of the 2012 Philadelphia International Flower Show, it’s only natural that some of the most beautiful plants on display can be seen at the American Orchid Society’s exhibit, Sharing in the Spirit of Aloha. If you’ve been to... -
The Art of Arrangement
Posted on March 9, 2012 | No CommentsIkebana, for the uninitiated, is the Japanese art of flower arranging. It is practiced the world-over and enjoys a diverse audience of appreciators. For most of us, flower arranging is all about, well, the flowers. In Ikebana, however, line, space, color, mass and balance all... -
The Rich Tradition of Mo’Olio
Posted on March 8, 2012 | No CommentsFor generations family owned Mo’Olio Coffee has farmed the lands of Kona, Hawaii. Inspired by the seahorse—a symbol of strength and prosperity—Mo’Olio beans are rich and strong; a prime example of the Hawaiian coffee tradition. To celebrate their recent win at the Kona Coffee Festival,... -
Hawaiian Winners
Posted on March 5, 2012 | No CommentsLadies and gentlemen, the moment you’ve been waiting for… We’re thrilled to share with you the distinguished winners of the PHS Major Exhibitor awards at the 2012 Philadelphia International Flower Show! Central Feature Award Waldor Orchids Valley Forge Flowers Showcase Garden Award American Institute of...
