Green Guide: The Complete Reference for Consuming Wisely [NOOK Book]

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Overview

Paper or plastic? Organic or conventional? In a world that is rapidly going "green," how does the average person make decisions that are smart for the family—and good for the planet? The Green Guide is here to help, with the concepts and choices for Earth-conscious living. Presented in concise, information-packed chapters, this up-to-the-minute resource touches on every aspect of our lives, from grocery shopping to housecleaning to work, travel, and investing—enabling consumers to make informed decisions and simple changes that impact the planet in big ways. Easy-to-follow information and hundreds of fascinating sidebars, fact boxes, and other key elements recommend how you can replace unhealthy and environmentally
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Overview

Paper or plastic? Organic or conventional? In a world that is rapidly going "green," how does the average person make decisions that are smart for the family—and good for the planet? The Green Guide is here to help, with the concepts and choices for Earth-conscious living. Presented in concise, information-packed chapters, this up-to-the-minute resource touches on every aspect of our lives, from grocery shopping to housecleaning to work, travel, and investing—enabling consumers to make informed decisions and simple changes that impact the planet in big ways. Easy-to-follow information and hundreds of fascinating sidebars, fact boxes, and other key elements recommend how you can replace unhealthy and environmentally damaging practices and products with more wholesome, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing alternatives. Neither scholarly nor scare-mongering in tone, the lively text has been written in partnership with a board of noted experts—offering readers the most authoritative, engaging, comprehensive, and in-depth reference of its kind.

Created by two of the strongest brands in conservation and the environment, and drawn from more than ten years of reputable coverage in The Green Guide newsletter, on-line and in print, this comprehensive resource is destined to become a must-have for millions of families and the first name in household reference books in this up-and-coming category.

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781426203398
  • Publisher: National Geographic Society
  • Publication date: 6/10/2008
  • Sold by: Barnes & Noble
  • Format: eBook
  • Pages: 448
  • Sales rank: 626,985
  • File size: 887 KB
  • Items ship to U.S, APO/FPO and U.S. Protectorate addresses.

Meet the Author

Donna Garlough is a writer and editor. She regularly writes for national publications including Martha Stewart’s Body+Soul magazine, Natural Health magazine, and National Geographic’s Green Guide newsletter.

Wendy Gordon is the founder of National Geographic’s Green Guide newsletter. She co-founded Mothers & Others for a Livable Planet with actress Meryl Streep.

Seth Bauer is the editorial director of National Geographic’s Green Guide newsletter. He served as editor-in-chief of several healthy lifestyle publications, including Body+Soul and Walking.

Table of Contents

Foreword Meryl Streep Streep, Meryl 6

Introduction 8

1 Eat Green: Healthy, Sustainable Meals 13

2 Better Housekeeping: Clean & Green 69

3 Power Down: Appliances & Electronics 93

4 Green by Design: Environmentally Friendly Home Decor 129

5 Healthy Beauty: Natural Personal Care 167

6 Green Sleeves: Clothing & Accessories 209

7 Growing Up Green: Healthy Kids & Babies 233

8 Getting Around: Transportation & Travel 265

9 Building the Future: Green Home Improvement 289

10 Grow Natural: Plant & Garden Care 323

11 Animal Instinct: Natural Pet Care 357

12 Green at Work: Sustainable School & Office Supplies 375

13 Planet-Friendly Fun: Holidays & Recreation 387

Glossary 407

Resources 412

Reading 421

Contributors 426

The Advisory Board 428

Index 430

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