Green Living Q & A

A newspaper poll asked respondents if they trusted “eco friendly” labels on cleaning products.?

Out of 1000 adults surveyed, 498 responded “yes.” We would like to test if the proportion of respondents that trust these labels is at least 50%.

The correct alternative hypothesis is
Question 4 options:
A)
p = 0.50
B)
p ≤ 0.50
C)
p > 0.50
D)
p ≥ 0.50
E)
p < 0.50

what products are not eco/animal friendly? which ones are?

just curious.

Eco friendly hair spray?

Does anyone know of any eco friendly hairspray products that I could get at a CVS? My mom uses tons of it and I want to get her a can so she could try it out and maybe stop using the one shes already using.

What classifies a product like wood blinds to be eco-friendly?

I have a client who wants ‘eco–friendly‘ window treatments and I have no knowledge of this field

What is the most eco-friendly way of packaging food product for sale?

I want to start a business and I want to sell food, ie fruit, juicy food.
The food is not going to be hot and so I don’t need temperature protection from the container.
I was thinking about corn-made plastic (because I thought it will biodegrade but it turns out to be not as convenient as I thought it was). The best solution is some substance that will not be a burden to the landfill. Any suggestion?
But wouldn’t glass be too dangerous? And heavy too…

I want my produc to be family-friendly.

Can anyone help me figure out what this style of clothing is?

What is this style? I’ve been trying to find out if there’s a name for it. I see it a lot on the vagabond or eco–friendly groups of people. It uses a lot of linen and rough-weave clothes in earth tones and the clothes are often slightly old-fashioned or reminiscent of costumes or clothes from other countries. Usually people either go barefoot or wear sandals. It’s not dark like grunge, not as sophisticated-looking as Bohemian, and not quite as “loud” or “light” as the hippie style. Can anyone help me out?

What to do with clothes hangers?

I have about a 100 dry-cleaning hangers – mostly for slacks – and probably 200 plastic clothes hangers for clothes purchases over the last 10 years or so. I hate to throw perfectly good hangers in the recycle bin – it would be more eco–friendly and financially useful to find someone who would simply use them again. But I can’t find that “someone”. The donation centers don’t want them. Any ideas?

Why doesn’t the UK government pay us to recycle?

I live in the UK and I am very eco friendly. My family recycle all of our plastic, tins, paper, clothes and don’t get payed for it. Why should we waste time going to a recycling bank and putting away all our stuff when we cant get a reward? Shouldn’t there be something simple like £5 a kilo? I don’t mind going to the recycling bank, it is kinda fun, I just hate people not getting encouraged to recycle when only 17% of the UK’s waste is recycled

Need fellow tree hugger advice! plz, plz, plz help its for the good of the enviroment?

im in the enviroment club at my school and we might make a whole line of going green clothes so i need your help finding companys that have eco frienly clothes (like this http://www.inhabitat.com/2007/04/03/ts-designs-eco–friendly-t-shirt-printing/) and ink so that we can but our logo on it!

What do about lack of recycling in my town?

This year my friends and I have been trying to go green – buying organic food and clothing, switching to eco–friendly house cleaning products, fluorescent lights, bio bags, etc; but I still wish to do more. I’ve noticed that my town does not have “recycling” days so I called my town municipal building to inquire and spoke to a very sympathetic person who runs the recycling in my town – who faces the same angst I do. Currently, there is one way to recycle paper – bring it to the Marcal toilet paper factory – but there is currently no way to recycle plastic and glass, unless I drive it over to another town.

How should I go about finding local factories/business and see if they are willing to to accept recyclable materials and what way if possible to get my neighbors involved?

How energy efficient are you?

Please feel free to answer the following questions…

I am a student from the University of Ulster currently undergoing research on attitudes towards energy saving measures and climate change/ green consumerism in the current economic climate. The importance of behavioural change is needed and should be encouraged for individuals to ‘change their habits’ and be better ecological citizens to prevent the consequences of our consumer behaviour, damaging the environment.
The questions that are used in this questionnaire are solely for the use of my research for my dissertation. The questionnaire is to be completed anonymously and you will not be treated as an individual participant. Please answer as truthfully as possible.
Many thanks

PART 1
Personal Details

1) Male/ Female

2) Age- under 18
18-35
36-59
60+

PART 2

Q3) Please state how you feel to the following statements

Climate change is a major issue that needs to be addressed now

There needs to be greater public awareness and understanding of energy generation and consumption

Responsibility for combating climate change starts in the HOME

Q4) Please state if you do any of the following in your household.

(a) Do you use energy saving light bulbs
Yes No Sometimes

b) Do you re-use plastic bags/use environmentally friendly bags

Yes No Sometimes

c) Do you turn off appliances/lights when not in use

Yes No Sometimes

d) Do you recycle

Yes No Sometimes

If yes what do you recycle and how often?

e) Leave appliances on standby

Yes No Sometimes

f) Leave the water running while washing/brushing teeth

Yes No Sometimes

g) Wash clothes at 40 rather than 30 degrees

Yes No Sometimes

h) Use public transport more than driving a car

Yes No Sometimes

Q5) Do you feel that it is due to Habits which makes you reluctant to change your routine to be more environmentally friendly?

Agree Disagree Not sure (please explain briefly your answer)

Q6) a) Do you feel you could do more to reduce you carbon footprint? (

Yes No Not sure

b) If YES will you do anything in the near future to reduce your energy consumption?

Q7) Have you adopted or would consider Energy saving measures in your home?

Power from Renewable energy resources

Yes No Would consider it

Home improvements E.g. (Double glazing, loft insulation

Yes No Would consider it

Energy efficient appliances

Yes No Would consider it

Q8) Which of the following options matches reasons for not implementing more measures for being more environmentally friendly. (May stste more than one option)

Lack of awareness

Too expensive

Too much effort

No interest in the environment

Difficult to change routine

Other (please state)

Q9) Which of the following would be the main incentives for you to manage your consumption patterns
(May tick more than one option)
Financial

Eco– Friendly home

Feel good factor

Positive influence on others

Better for the environment

Other (please state)

Part 3
The questions below are related to changing attitudes and consumption patterns. Please state whether you agree/ disagree or are not sure to the statements.
Please circle appropriate answer and you may give a brief explanation

Q10) A) Individual action alone will not make any difference so why bother being an ‘ecological citizen’
Agree/ Disagree/ Not sure

B) I encourage penalties/ fines and enforcement actions upon large companies that are substantial carbon emitters
Agree/ Disagree/ Not sure

C) Breaking habits is difficult for an individual, being part of a group and encouraging community citizenship would encourage me to change consumption patterns
Agree/Disagree/Not sure

D) Green consumerism and Green products is just a money making scheme for large companies as opposed to being ‘environmentally friendly’
Agree/ Disagree/ Not sure

E) The Government should support local community action by funding programmes for behavioural change
Agree/ Disagree/ Not sure

F) Value for money/the quality of the product/the function of the product is more important than energy saving
Agree/ Disagree/ Not sure

G) Telling people how to behave is not always practical; people buy what is within their budget limitations regardless of the consequences on the environment
Agree/ Disagree/ Not
H) The products that I buy are what as an individual I Prefer regardless of the consequences on the environment

Agree/ Disagree/ Not sure

I) The current economic recession is more of a worry for me than preventing climate change

Agree/ Disagree/ Not sure

PART 4
Q11) Overall do you believe that ‘Going Green’ could be advertised and encouraged more in the UK? If so how?

Q12) Do you believe that sustainable consumption/better consumer behaviour is achievable even during the current economic recession? Have you found yourself buying more ‘green products’?

Q13) Do you have any intentions to change your behaviour and have a ‘greener attitude’ towards your consumption and daily patterns in the foreseeable future? What measures are you willing to take/not willing to take?

Have you got any further views on issues raised in this questionnaire?
Thankyou very much for your cooperation. Much appreciated.

Carbon emissions and ecological clothing?

So first, is the term carbon omissions or emissions? What is the difference or are they the same?

Second, what kind of fabric is ecological or environmentally friendly? Which kind of cotton is eco–friendly and which is not?

Help?

P.S. As with any other question, please do not repost or say in different words other people’s answers, I will report you. ALSO please give me summarized details, not websites.
so that’s what I thought about carbon emissions/omissions. *** was wrong.

I was told some forms of cotton are eco–friendly and some forms are not. Like Pima, Egyptian etc. What’s the protocol?

Dorky/Nerdy clothing references for nerd day?

My school is having nerd day for spirit week and since I am a senior I am going all out. I was thinking i would wear as many nerd references as possible in one outfit. So far I have:

1.) 3-D glasses with lenses popped out – Stereotype based

2.) Black Bow Tie – Because bow ties are cool. (Doctor Who reference)

3.)Tuxedo shirt tucked into black pants (pants are rolled up to be floods) – Stereotype and Erkle from family matters

4.)Hogwarts/Gryffindor Robe – Costume from when I was 11 😉 (Harry Potter reference obviously)

5.)Converse – Awesome and Doctor Who again 😉

6.)Pop Tab bracelet – Gotta be eco–friendly!

Any other ideas??

Place where I can buy revolutionary clothing?

I am looking for t-shirts that say things with “revolutionary” meaning to them. Like eco friendly, pro hemp and marijuana, earthy colors. Does anyone know a website that would have something like this?
I wish just SOMETIMES that people wouldn’t be so quick to blurt out their opinion. How do you know what I am doing, or what I am involved in? If I focused all my time on finding clothes, I wouldn’t be asking this question. I want to buy shirts with meaningful images on them so others can see and reflect, to “spread the word”. I go to college and I have alot of people pass by me. I think a small impact is a good one. Just because I am not like MLK, the leader of a revolutionist group, doesn’t mean I don’t care. And YES I SMOKE WEED! SO WHAT! && If you drink alcohol, you have NO RIGHT so say anything about it! Thanks.

My friends think I’m not respecting their choices..?

Ive been vegetarian for over 2 months, I sign petitions and write letters persuading people to change their ways, and I’ve promised myself to only buy eco–friendly makeup and clothing.
Recently, I uploaded a few pictures to facebook to spread the word about factory farms and why vegetarianism is good. I’m just speaking up for animals and standing up for what I believe in.

I tagged a few of my close friends in the pictures, just so that they could see what happens. Now they are b*tching at me and spazzing at me, calling me rude, saying i don’t respect their opinions, and telling me to take the pictures down!

i know that no one wants to see pictures like that, but they need to face the reality of it and i’m just trying to spread the awareness.

why are they getting so mad!? i show them one picture, and they are spazzing at me and calling me rude.
now i told them that if they think im rude i dont really care since im doing what iiiiiii think is right,

its so annoying,
why do you think they think that way about me?
also, just give me feedback on what i said please (:
when i say i tagged them in pictures,
i mean i took pictures off of PETA’s website of poor animals in factory farms and such and i tagged my friends in them so that they would see the pictures.
i actually did take the tags off, but they kept trying to pick fights with me about it!

Eco and Wallet friendly cleaning tips?

I have wanted to clean my house and cook with more environmentally friendly products for a long time. However, everything i’ve tried is incredibly expensive! Can you give me some tips and ideas of what to buy? Thanks so much!

Is stone resin an eco-friendly product?

Can I make my own cleaning products?

I recently stopped at the store and noticed all the nice non-toxic stuff and eco friendly cleaning products. Well, they seemed a little expensive to me. However, I really don’t want to have the poison like products (409) around my 8-month old. Even I get sick form using 409.

I was wondering if anyone knew of any tips or recipes to make my own all-purpose cleaner.

If not where can I find inexpensive natural cleaners?

new eco-friendly product coming out in 2009?!?

what are some? or do you know of any websites listing some??
thank youuuuu

eco-friendly kitchen ideas?

My mom is new to green living and asked me for ideas for redoing her kitchen. I mentioned energy star appliances, if she plans to upgrade, and some recycled countertop material. Have you used any good eco–friendly kitchen products in your home?

how do you suggest i move my clothes?

i’m moving on wednesday, and my room is far from packed up. my clothes are spread out all over the floor and i dont know how i’m going to move them. i put the dirty clothes in a “dirty” garbage bag, and i have a “clean” garbage bag. (the washing machines are at the new house)…i also have boxes to move the clothes in but i’m looking for a more eco friendly, easier way to move them all..thankyou!

Porcelain, plastic or aluminum washing machine drum?

We’re looking at a new clothes washer this weekend (woo-hoo!) ;)Considering the wear and tear on clothes, the durability of the drum (life expectancy), and “eco–friendly” (not dispensing toxins onto the clothes), which one is the best to go with?
LOL, I don’t know if I’ll ENJOY doing laundry from here on out, but I’m hoping it will make it less of a hassle! 🙂

wot kind of products can i use that are good for the environment and cheap?

I’m 13 and have gone quite eco friendly. i want to start using toiletries and makeup that are not tested on animals and clothes and things which are good for the environment and animals. with no harsh chemicals. can you make sure they are available in the uk cos that’s where i live.

also, is there any foundations that do not block pores?

can you make sure they are quite cheap because i cant afford the body shop stuff and things like that.

thank you

Do you make your own cleaning product?

My son is 6 months old and I have decided to start using non-toxic cleaning products for everything from washing clothes to household cleaners. I would normally just go a buy eco–friendly ones however where I live they are not available to me.

Could you tell me what you use, how you make them (possibly with measures) and are you satisfied with the results. Are you sure that they really kill all the germs that chemical detergent do?

Thank you so much in advance.

go green clothing?

Do you any cool teens store where I can find go green or a eco–friendly message in a stylish way? Thank you

Do you buy natural, organic, free range, and USDA approved products and food?

Do you and your family buy things with natural ingredients and that are organic? Do you buy free range chickens? Do you buy USDA approved meat? Do you buy cosmetics that were NOT tested on animals? Do you buy eco–friendly products?

Just wondering if people are trying to save the environment and animals!
I also use Swheat Scoop, a litter made from shredded wheat!! It is super bio-degradable and landfill-friendly. If anyone has cats, please use it as your litter!

Where can I find Christmas products and presents that are environmentally friendly?

I really want to buy both products and presents, but I want to make sure they are eco–friendly!!

where can i find an article on green products?

where can i find an article which defends that eco–friendly products truly exist and there is no such thing as “green-washing” thanks

Is fair trade any more eco-friendly than non-fair trade products? Give reason please :)?

Is fair trade any more eco-friendly than non-fair trade products? Give reason please :)?

what are some ideas to re-invent an (everyday) product to make it more ECO friendly?

I dont want tips but rather an idea to re-invent a product that already hasn’t been made more eco friendly

Need name for eco friendly pet store?

My mom and I are opening an eco friendly pet store that will offer biodegradable/nature friendly products and all natural pet foods etc. and we are trying to come up with a catchy name that portrays that. Any suggestions would be great. So far we’ve come up with “Organic Paws Boutique” or “Eco Chic Pet Boutique” what do you think?

…”eco-friendly nuclear energy”… Doesn’t that sound like the worst oxymoron ever created, to you, too??

Makes me gag… New and improved radioactivity! Eco–friendly radiation products, good for your health and the environment – lasts far more than 20,000 years!! I should be a copy-writer and make up more lies for corporate benefits…
Regarding my science/chemistry background, yes, in fact, I’m well beyond 6th-grade science… Carried my weight years ago with passing grades with organic chemistry, physics, and calculus at the university level… How about you?

WAYS TO BE ECO FRIENDLY?

i want to start an eco club at my school.i know i can get my bio teachers help. i was thinking selling some eco friendly product so we can buy trees to plant around the area. what are other eco ideas that we can promote.???
we already have a recycling club i was thinking things like good eco friendly products we could sell like water bottles to fundrasing ideas

What would you name a white-out product that is eco friendly (non-toxic) ?

We came up with a white out product for a bio class. So we have to now name it, so it should be a ecofriendly sounding name as well as describe function.

ive been reading up on soap vs. laundry detergent for babies?

and sensitive skin in general. does anyone know the healthiest and most eco friendly way to wash their clothes in this modern world?

I have invented a environmentally friendly clothes dryer for the lady’s?

This revolutionary Eco device will not only leave your clothes iron ready it will also provide fresh air and exercise.
My invention consists of two heavy rollers on a stand driven by means of a large rotating handle , you insert your garment between the two rollers , and turn the handle thus removing water.
This device should be operated out side , do you think it will catch on , and what should I call it?

Good Deal on Clothing Dryers?

My dryer at home is broken and my family is thinking of buying a new one, right now were using a really shi**y one. I’m looking for dryers, not to expensive (under $1000) that is eco–friendly and we’ll save us money overall. So if anyone can give me a website link where i can find some good deals, that would be great!

Do any of you use soap flakes in your washing machines instead of the powder?

I’m trying to be more eco friendly and avoid harsh chemicals.

I read on the side of my soapflake packet that it can be used with a washing machine so I did a load of laundry and they seem to have come out okay.

Do any of you use this instead of the powder and does it work as well? What do you do about stains? Does it work on the white stuff?

I was using Persil.

The soapflakes have rinsed out of the clothes okay and there doesn’t seem to be any residue.

When making paper, what methods/things could you add/change to the procedure to make the product cloth-like?

When making paper what methods or things could you add/change to the procedure to make the product cloth-like?

For our science project, we are trying to make biodegradable and disposable clothing from recycled paper.

It is better if the methods that are suggested are eco–friendly, not too hard or complicated and can be accomplished without the use of industrial machinery and chemicals that are hard to find/acquire.

It would be really great if that something you suggested or answered is something that you can merely add to the (paper) pulp to get the desired results of it being more cloth-like.

It also would be great if you included an explanation with your methods and suggestions.

BTW i am also interested in good paper-making methods.

Thanks! 🙂 PEACE. 😀

i need your opinions!!jewelry/clothing?

1. Do you feel a need for more internationally inspired clothing( ex. indian, hawaiian, european, australian,african, brazilian)?
yes or no

2. Would you buy 15 dollar eco friendly jewelry if it meant you would be saving the enviroment as well as looking great?
yes or no

3. Would you pay more for jewelry and clothing if you knew you were helping save the planet by purchasing it?
yes or no

4. Are you looking for unique/hot jewelry/clothes?
yes or no

5. Do you like knowing that the jewelry your wearing is one of a kind and/or limited addition?
yes or no

6. What your favorite thing to have in the jewelry you wear?
ex shine, color, crystals

Womens fitness clothing poll?

am designing a range of womens activewear and would appreciate your input.
There a a few questions that are easily answered and a few where I would like a sentence answer.
thanks!

1. Where do you sweat the most during your workout?
– Back
– Armpits
– Knees
– Buttocks
– Neck
– Breasts
– Other (please explain)

2. Would you pay a little extra for gymwear that was designed for and flattered your body shape?

3. Does the use of eco–friendly fibres such as Bamboo afftect your purchase of activewear?

4a. Do you like the idea of body-sculpting undergarments in your clothing, that removes the need for sportsbras and underwear, therefore minimising lumps, bumps and VPL?

4b. Would you be more likely to try it if the undergarments sculpted your body using sweat-wicking materials that will reduce sweat marks, odours and clothing ‘movement’?

5. What is the main thing you look for when you buy gym and activewear?
-Price
-Fit
-Colour
-Brand
-Other (please explain)

Any comments would be appreciated!

Need to find cheap ‘hippie’ clothing?!?

I want to find a store that has the same style as this store; http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/category.jsp?navAction=jump&navCount=40&id=CLOTHES
But at a more reasonable price and if it can be found, maybe one that’s a little more eco friendly? If any one can give me any point in the right direction I’d be more than grateful!
Thanks in advance:)

What is considered a hippie or a hipster?

Is a hippie / hipster someone who is Eco friendly, eats organic, loves life, dresses like a hipster, makes clothes and is creative and imaginative?

How to do laundry without using detergent?

Do you know any eco–friendly and cheap ways of doing laundry without using washing powder/liquid etc, while still leaving clothes clean and smelling nice?
Can’t stand thinking what all these chemicals are doing to the planet, as well as household products being tested on animals.
Thanks for any ideas!

Eco-Friendly, Inexpensive and/or Homemade Cleaning Products … For Tough Cleaning Jobs? Can You Help?

I have way too many cleaning products! Some of them (toilet cleaner, stainless polish, carpet cleaner) have only one purpose, and I’m hoping to eliminate some of these “specialty” products and replace them with a few “all-purpose” cleaners. Something I can mix up and keep in a spray bottle, maybe?

I already use diluted white vinegar for most light, everyday cleaning, and diluted bleach to sanitize. But I’d like to find inexpensive, eco–friendly alternatives to some of the harsh products used for:

Pet stains on carpet
Kitchen grease build-up on the range
Glass shower doors and fiberglass shower surround
Toilet cleaning (safe for septic)
Stainless sink and appliances

Any suggestions? If I could make these products myself, that would be even better!

Thanks for your help!

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Being eco-friendly………?

Whats the benefit of using Eco–friendly products? And whats the importance of recycling?

Eco-Friendly Christmas Survey?

1) Are You;
Male
Female

2) What does your age range between?
Below 10
10 ~ 19
20 ~ 29
30 ~ 39
40 ~ 49
50 ~ 59
60 ~ 69
70 ~ 79
80 ~ 89
90 ~ 99
99 +

3) Do you participate in sending Christmas cards to friends and/or family?
YesNo

4) Whilst shopping, do you tend to look for and purchase eco friendly products if possible?
Yes
No

5) If YES, do/have you ever purchased eco friendly paper/card?
Yes
No

6) What do you think the most eye-catching colour is from the ones below? (not favourite)
Red
Green
Blue
Yellow

7) Favourite Christmas Colour?
Red
White
Green
Silver
Gold

8) Which of these do you put up each Christmas?
Tree
Wreaths
Lights
Int. Deco
Ext. Deco
Garland
Other

9) Favourite Christmas Animal?
Polar Bear
Reindeer
Dove
Other

10) Who are you celebrating Christmas day with?
Myself
Friends
Imm. Fam
Ext. Fam
Partner

Thank-you for participating in this questionnaire.

Eco-Friendly Christmas Survey PLEASE TAKE PART (NEED 30 ENTRIES)?

1) Are You;
Male
Female

2) What does your age range between?
Below 10
10 ~ 19
20 ~ 29
30 ~ 39
40 ~ 49
50 ~ 59
60 ~ 69
70 ~ 79
80 ~ 89
90 ~ 99
99 +

3) Do you participate in sending Christmas cards to friends and/or family?
Yes No

4) Whilst shopping, do you tend to look for and purchase eco friendly products if possible?
Yes
No

5) If YES, do/have you ever purchased eco friendly paper/card?
Yes
No

6) What do you think the most eye-catching colour is from the ones below? (not favourite)
Red
Green
Blue
Yellow

7) Favourite Christmas Colour?
Red
White
Green
Silver
Gold

8) Which of these do you put up each Christmas?
Tree
Wreaths
Lights
Int. Deco
Ext. Deco
Garland
Other

9) Favourite Christmas Animal?
Polar Bear
Reindeer
Dove
Other

10) Who are you celebrating Christmas day with?
Myself
Friends
Imm. Fam
Ext. Fam
Partner

Thank-you for participating in this questionnaire.

What are the best sites where i can advertise eco-friendly bags and handcrafts in the local and global market?

We have items made of indigenous materials but are eco–friendly. We have boxes, bags, souvenirs, invitations, etc which i want to promote both in local and international market. I believe that this is the time to make use of ECO–FRIENDLY products as our way of helping mother earth. I just want more exposure for these items so that everyone could start using so. Thanks for any detail. Have a great time.P.S. to view our sample basic designs please visit www.mypreciousbagandbox.multiply.com
more designs & items to come!