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Ready to ride and spread the sustainable word
Editor’s note: Our latest author is Josh, here to keep us updated as he bikes 2,000 kilometres across Canada’s Prairies – nary food or a dime to his name, and keeping it 100% sustainable. Check out his...
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Rainforest Alliance Gala honours leaders in sustainability
The Rainforest Alliance has announced its 2009 honorees for its annual gala. The gala, occurring on May 6th at the American Museum of Natural History, recognizes companies and individuals for their...
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Week two of the Otesha ride
The smell of fresh air, the sounds of nature, and the beauty that is the rockies. Since my last drop-in here on ecoki, I have shed my fossil fuel-burning-shell known as the “Greyhound bus”, and have...
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The ride continues through the Prairies
Weeks fly by, you forget to do things, you’re totally exhausted, can’t find enough time in the day, and everyone around you has a smile on. When this happens to you, you know that whatever you’re doing...
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Bringing the Otesha ride to a close
Missed the first installments of Josh’s sustainable ride? Check it out and stay up to date, as he brings us along on the journey: Ready to ride and spread the sustainable word. One of the key elements...
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“Organic is a way of life”: Ahana Farm
Ahana Organic Farm, the largest organic farm in India is the epitome of sustainability, with over 350 acres under cultivation. Growing paddy, wheat, sugarcane, barley, sesame seeds, mustard seeds,...
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Happy New Year… drink sustainable champagne!
See you later, 2010! Go on and celebrate tonight with friends, family, and loved ones… And while you’re at it, pop the cork for the eco-friendly champagne. Champagne — a sparkling wine developed by...
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How to love Broadway
What’s great about the arts is the way that it gives back to those who take the time to bring it to you. And giving back to those who work hard is a sustainable way to live. Actors have no small feat:...
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Triple Bottom Line investing 101
Are you looking to balance financial, social, and environmental returns in your investing? Then Triple Bottom Line investing might be the choice for you.Investors are becoming increasingly socially...
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Let’s celebrate Rainforest Alliance Week!
If sustainability is an important issue for you, chances are you’re familiar with our good friends at the Rainforest Alliance. The Rainforest Alliance takes the time to dedicate their work to conserve...
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Sustainable and eco-friendly travel ideas
Planning a 2012 getaway? Now is the perfect time: more and more eco-friendly destinations are popping up left and right on the radar. Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation, there are so...
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Caribou Coffee first to source 100% RAC farms
An exciting achievement in our midst: Caribou Coffee has become the first coffeehouse in the US to source all of its coffee from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms. Our friends at the Rainforest...
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Peru, Kenya top scorers in sustainable coffee
In December, the Rainforest Alliance held their annual Cupping for Quality event, and we have the results to share! The short version: Peru and Kenya are on top! Since 2003, the Rainforest Alliance has...
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Need sustainable spices? Good news!
We are excited to let our readers know that our friends at the Rainforest Alliance have united with the Sustainable Spices Initiative to develop new standards for the sustainable production of spices....
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Do you love chocolate? Tea? Snacks? Buy these.
Man, chocolate is delicious. And I’m talkin’ the good stuff. Not those random waxy bunnies that fill up your Easter basket. Paired with a tea? Awesome combination.So even though we definitely love...
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Planters goes nuts for our planet
Chances are you love them already– I mean, who doesn’t enjoy noshing on a handful of peanuts, cashews, almonds, and other yummy nuts? Well, it gets even better with Planters Canada’s new eco-driven...
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Tips for living off the grid
Deciding to swap a plugged-in lifestyle for one that thrives off-grid can be a big decision. However, it’s not as complicated as it might seem. And keep in mind — you don’t have to go all the way. We...
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2012 Sustainable Standards-Setter Awards
In partnership with our friends at the Rainforest Alliance, we are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2012 Sustainable Standards-Setter award, which recognizes those that promote environmental...
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Eco-entrepreneurs and a Triple Bottom Line
Eco-driven entrepreneurs follow a unique bottom line for business. Combined with the (obvious) financial success, they consider the environment as well, along with social performance.Dubbed “triple...
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Rainforest Alliance’s December Cupping for Quality results
Great news! Coffees hailing from Kenya, Peru and Colombia achieved top marks at the Rainforest Alliances’ 10th annual December Cupping for Quality. Rainforest Alliance Certified™ farms in Kenya, Peru...
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