Fables to Labels: What is really organic?

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In this interesting and thought provoking video, 10 different food labels, including "natural," "fresh," "free range," and other widely used labels--are critiqued by Urvashi Rangan, Ph.D., who leads the Consumer Safety and Sustainability Group for Consumer Reports.



Always question...immediate acceptance is not green:) Katy Green, www.shoptobegreen.com

Nature Fanatics Alert: Polar Meltdown on Frozen Planet

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by Katy Green
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The Discovery Channel is about to premiere Frozen Planet, an epic natural history documentary series that is amazing according to the Michael Graham Richard from TreeHugger.com (which is owned by The Discovery Channel). I love watching nature shows and I am a fanactic about climate change.


Frozen Planet premieres on Sunday, March 18th at 8PM but if you are anti-cable I suggest you wait for the following day and most likely it will be on YouTube or on the Discovery Channel website or on video that you can rent online.

If you want to access Frozen Planet post March 18th. I will find it for you gratis. Post a comment. We are here to help.  

Knowledge is power and access to education should be free!

Relax, Relate and Release your stress with Lavender

by Katy Green
www.shoptobegreen.com



Lavender Field
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 Lavender is used in everything from soaps to candles to shampoos because it has a zillion uses. If you want to more about Lavender...read Inhale the Lavender and Smile! We love lavender for it's soothing properties.

According to the Pocono Record, lavender's value is also as a topical antibiotic, and its scent has been proven to deter lice, fleas and other pests that could transfer plague and other unhealthy diseases. Lavender sachets became popular in Victorian times, not just to scent one's clothing, but to deter insects that could damage valuable textiles.



If you are looking for some great Lavender Toiletries, Lavender for the Home, or Lavender to clean your home...we selected our best Shoptobegreen Lavender products for you:







Baby Powder
Great for Babies and Adults - safe and green
Shoptobegreen Baby Powder




Solay Shine Lavender Shampoo
Leaves hair shiny and smells great
Shoptobegreen Sola Lavender Shampoo




Lavender and Shea Butter Soap
Handmade by 910 Joy Avenue
Shoptobegreen Lavender Shea Butter Soap 



Visit us often for Lavender items at http://www.shoptobegreen.com/



Too late to get a Green Tax Rebate?

by Katy Green
www.shoptobegreen.com

Tax Incentives of Going Green
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I don't think anyone enjoys doing their taxes...but I love tax rebates and green tax incentives.

My hunt for green tax discounts, energy tax rebates, and wind power tax write offs resemble a coupon clipping Mom on double coupon day.

Green for Cash

Check out Shoptobegreen Green Tax Rebates and Earth Friendly Tax Write-Offs's:

• Cash for appliance rebate program ends in most states in 2012 (2009 government program to buy back all non EnergyStar appliances). Don't fret you may be able to qualify for other tax incentives in your state. Check out DSIRE -  a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility and federal incentives and policies that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency
• Wind Power Incentive - anyone who is planning to rely on alternative energy power...KUDOS to you. Wind Powering America is a nationwide initiative of the U.S. Department of Energy's Wind Program designed to educate, engage, and enable critical stakeholders to make informed decisions about how wind energy contributes to the U.S. electricity supply.
• Creating a Renewable Energy Proposal and seeking funding for your Green Power Idea, click here for RFP deadlines.
• Bought a Hybrid or fueling on cooking oil aka Diesel, see Federal Tax Credit for Hybrids.
• Click here for diesel tax credit. If you need tax advice and don't know who to ask, no worries you can call the IRS (that is their job) don't fear, click here. for tax advice from IRS to AARP.