For the past six months I have worked for English Retreads as their Marketing and Communications Intern, and I have LOVED it. Here are the reasons why this company is one of my favorites, and always will be.

1. The Products. What woman can not instantly fall in love with such gorgeous handbags? With such a selection of styles and colors, it’s impossible not too. I know that ever since I received my Large Beetle in Scarlet, I barely let the thing go, I bring it with me everywhere, and I mean everywhere.

2. The Passion. Heather English, the designer and CEO of English Retreads pours her heart and soul into this company. All of the women who work here have the creative passion to inspire and spread their fashion ideas and environmental mission to all.

3. The Reality. The company is true to their word. Everyone is dedicated to the vision that English Retreads has created. From taking the bus and riding our bikes to work, creating eco-friendly handbags and buying from local farmer’s markets, the women here are truly dedicated to making an impact on the environment. 

English Retreads is by far the best company that I have worked for. I am sad to be going, but know that they will continue to create fabulous handbags and inspire others to make an impact on our environment, while creating a fashionable movement along the way.

English Retreads Love.

Sammy
Blog Maven

As December begins, the buzz around Copenhagen seems to increase. There is talk of what can be achieved and the fears of who may not show. Students across the University of Colorado, Boulder campus have been seen wearing pins stating “Hopenhagen”, to demonstrate their wish for progress and change.

Back in March, the UN climate chief Yvo de Boer laid out the key goals for Copenhagen.

1. How much are the industrialized countries willing to reduce their emissions of greenhouse gases?
2. How much are major developing countries such as China and India willing to do to limit the growth of their emissions?
3. How is the help needed by developing countries to engage in reducing their emissions and adapting to the impacts of climate change going to be financed?
4. How is that money going to be managed?

From December 7th through December 18th the United Nations Climate Change Conference will be taking place in Copenhagan, Denmark. I am hopeful that some issues will be resolved and we can all take one step forward to fixing the issue of climate change. As of today, December 1st, 2009, 98 of the 192 members of the United nations have confirmed their attendance, including the recent additions of US President Barack Obama and Chinese Premier Wen Jibao. Yet another push for Change.

Sammy
Blog Maven

I must admit that this is my favorite holiday of the year. How can you go wrong with good food, friends and family? It’s nearly impossible but by making it eco-friendly you can rid yourself of any doubt. So here are some quick tips for an even better Thanksgiving.

• Buy Local. Not only are you supporting local farmers but the food always tastes so much better! (and better for you)
• Bring Everyone Together. Family, friends, the neighbors. The more the merrier.
• Go Organic. Buy organic fruits, vegetables and grains. All are grown without chemicals and pesticides. Take it one step further with organic meat (or turkey!), made without antibiotics and artificial hormones.
• Don’t Go Overboard. Yes, food is awesome but please only make as much as you can eat. Don’t let any food go to waste.
• Tradition. That’s what this holiday is truly about. So take some time to relax and socialize. Stick with those family traditions and keep them going.

In a couple of weeks when I’m heading home to spend some time with my family, there’s one thing for sure, I’ll be encouraging them all to participate in an eco-friendly Thanksgiving.

Sammy

Blog Maven

• To produce each week’s Sunday newspapers, 500,000 trees must be cut down
• Americans use 2,500,000 plastic bottles every hour
• Americans use over 67,000,000 tons of paper each year, or 600 pounds per person



• Every year we make enough plastic film to shrink-wrap the state of Texas

• Recycling protects and expands U.S. manufacturing jobs and increases U.S.competitiveness.
• Recycling reduces the need for landfilling and incineration.
• Recycling prevents pollution caused by the manufacturing of products from virgin materials.
• Recycling saves energy.
• Recycling decreases emissions of greenhouse gases that contribute to global climate change.
• Recycling conserves natural resources such as timber, water, and minerals.
• Recycling helps sustain the environment for future generations.

These are taken from the EPA website, for more info visit http://www.epa.gov/waste/conserve/rrr/recycle.htm 

Sammy

Blog Maven