Greenwashing: How Food Labels Sometimes Bury the Truth

Just when you thought you were becoming an eco-savvy shopper and saving the planet one dollar at a time, you suddenly realize … you’ve been greenwashed! “Greenwashing” is how environmental activists describe what some companies do to persuade consumers to buy products that may or may not benefit the environment. Manufacturers know that eco-friendly descriptions […]

Building Green

Green construction is a hot topic. After the economy tanked last year, high-end “green” homes and condos still sold. Our President prioritizes environmentally correct solutions. Growing numbers of North Shore professionals are adding an expertise in green living to their credentials. Our children think as environmentalists, and they push us to build for a greener […]

Accessorize Green!

Luckily for your wardrobe and home, recycled fashion no longer translates to outdated hand-me-downs or mothball-infused thrift store buys. Designers and retailers are clearly thinking outside the blue bin and crafting accessories made from some unusual recycled materials—from bottle caps and gum wrappers to downright garbage! Read on for MIBs’ list of notable local favorite […]