Sunday, April 18, 2010

Earth Day Around the World



How will you celebrate Earth Day this year?
Earth Day is a day designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the environment, and will be celebrated in the US on April 22, although there will be tons of Earth Day/Week celebrations around the world.


From Wikipedia: "In the United States, Earth Day is celebrated each year on April 22. The United Nations celebrates Earth Day each year on the Spring Equinox, which is often March 20. This is a tradition which was founded by peace activist John McConnell in 1969. The first governmental recognition of Earth Day, authorized by the city of San Francisco, was on the Spring Equinox in 1970. The United Nations adopted this holiday the next year and celebrated Earth Day for the first time on the Spring Equinox in 1971."

Here's just a sampling of Earth Day celebrations around the globe:

Can't make it to one of the above listed events? Why not celebrate Earth Day at home with friends and family... maybe you'll be inspired by these plastic bag artists: http://www.oddee.com/item_97040.aspx  or you'll be inspired to plant some wildflowers... you can get some FREE from Mount Sinai (LA). Whatever way you decide ... decide to make a difference.

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Eco-friendly Marketing: Customizable Recycled Promotional Items

If you are looking to purchase promotional items for marketing your business, consider using recycled products that can easily be printed with your custom logo or other branding info. This eco-friendly marketing trend is a viable, cost-effective option for businesses large and small with the growing list of vendors available, that offer products ranging from paper products and recycled ballpoint pens to recycled piggy banks and eco-friendly water bottles and totes. The global appeal of green marketing is good for your company and the environment.

Online websites for recycled products to check out:
Branders.com
ePromos.com
IASPromotes.com


photo credit: Branders.com