Environment
Building a Better Water Bottle: Aluminum, Steel, and No BPA
Whether it’s for a trek into the backcountry or a trip to the store, there are a growing number of aluminum, stainless steel, and BPA-free plastic water bottles.
Study Shows Heat Accelerates BPA Release
Liquid temperature has the most impact on how much Bisphenol A is released from polycarbonate plastic bottles.
CamelBak Delivers New BPA/Phthalate Free Re-Usable Bottle
CamelBak will begin shipping its bisphenol-A (BPA)- and Phthalate-free re-usable water bottles this week.
Mammut Announces Energy Neutral Rope Production
Mammut has announced a partnership with MyClimate to offset greenhouse gas emissions.
Will Environmental Labels Follow Patagonia's Footprints?
Is that organic cotton shirt environmentally better or worse than that wool baselayer or recycled fleece? While greener outdoor clothing options keep increasing, it can be next to impossible to know the total environmental costs of any one piece. Until now.
One Percent for the Planet Auction Raises $20,000
One Percent for the Planet raised close to $20,000 on their first online auction.
Patagonia Launches Nylon 6 Recycling Program
In 2008, Patagonia will implement the recycling of nylon 6 from its surf pants and hard shells.
Primus announces 100% efficient backcountry stove
Primus will purchase carbon offsets for the small amount of fuel not utilized directly by the EtaPower MultiFuel backcountry stove.
One Percent for the Planet Thrives
One Percent for the Planet, a global network of environmentally responsible businesses and the non-profit groups they support, announces continued growth and an online auction.
Surf with Yvon: 1% For the Planet Auction Opens
Want to surf with Yvon Chouinard (yes, that Yvon Chouinard) or fly fish with Craig Matthews of Blue Ribbon Flies in Montana? These are just two of the...
Sterling Rope and Rock/Creek Launch Rope Recycling Program
Sterling Rope is collecting and recycling used ropes of any brand and rewarding those who participate with a discount on a brand new rope.
Osprey Extends Pack Recycling Program with Mountain Fund
Osprey has extended its pack recycling program in partnership with The Mountain Fund through December 31, 2007.
Sierra Club Announces 2007 National Awards
A former vice president, a New York Times reporter, and a California Assemblyman who have helped raise awareness of global warming are among those receiving awards from the Sierra Club this year.
Skurka's 7,000-Mile Global Warming Walk Hits Colorado
With less than a thousand miles to go, Andy Skurka enters Colorado on his Great Western Loop walk.
REI Introduces Eco-Sensitive Icon
Select REI brand products will carry an eco-sensitive label, designating items manufactured with a high percentage of recycled, rapidly renewable and/or organic fibers.
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