Tag: back to school

Green school supplies
Everybody knows academic life can be tough on students. But, it can also be tough on the environment; using up lots of resources and creating tons of waste.

Stop idling!
It’s back to school so we can expect to see the familiar sight of the school bus waiting to pick up our children. But an idling school bus is not just a nuisance; it’s also a serious health risk.

Top marks for pens and pencils
Get the new school year off to a green start! Don’t show up to class with disposable pens and pencils -- there are plenty of cool alternatives that will really make an impression.

Waiting for the green computer
You may be looking at a new computer for school but even if you want to go green, it will be hard to find a completely enviro-friendly laptop or desktop. There’s no denying that computer manufacturers are moving towards an enviro-friendly product but we have a long way to go.

Step back to school with eco-sneakers
New shoes are always part of the back to school ritual. You need well shod feet for lugging all those books around. But there is good news this season. Socially responsible shoes are more fashionable than ever!

Carry green back to school
The excitement of a new backpack or shoulder bag is one way to ease the pain of back to school. Whether it’s a bright kiddie handbag, a practical but stylish backpack for university or a new sleek briefcase for the office, why not invest in an eco-friendly bag?

Back to school with green fashions
Eco-friendly organic fashions are putting students at the top of their class. Educate your kids about the benefits of the green lifestyle and start off with some gear to help them make the grade.

Can school make your child sick?
Ahhh…back to school. Remember the wonderful smell of freshly mimeographed paper, the comforting scent of bleach in the nurse’s office, and the joy of sending billowing dust clouds into the air by smacking two chalk brushes together? Such fun. Such nostalgia. Such a health hazard.