Eco-Beat, 11/19

Are you tuning in for the "green week" editions of "The Office" and "30 Rock" tonight? Why is Audi making fun of people with low-carbon commutes? Need some eco-friendly holiday tips? Today's Eco-Beat has the scoop on all the latest green news and tips.

Jack Donaghy Cares About the Environment
Green is universal. For proof, just look to GE's fictitious VP of East Coast Television and Microwave Oven Programming, Jack Donaghy. He cares about the earth so much that he has rare flowers flown in from Sri Lanka every morning to decorate his office. Now that's green.

Audi Thinks Bikes Are for Suckers
Do you ride the bus to work? Or maybe you prefer to ride your bike? Either way, Audi thinks you're a tool. What's wrong with you? Can't afford a brand new clean-diesel luxury car in this tough economy? Check out their latest bike and bus bashing commercial.

purple flowers, Photo: James Jordan, Flickr

Bring Flowers This Thanksgiving
Showing up to Thanksgiving with an armload of flowers will always boost your status in the holiday hierarchy. However, why not turn that act of kindness into a gift that keeps on giving? A potted plant is greener than cut flowers, and it won't wilt.

Baby toy, Photo: Sean Dreilinger, Flickr

Holiday Shopping Tips for Green Babies
Got a newborn on your shopping list this year? It's exciting to shop for new baby gifts, but there are infinite factors to consider these days. Grist has put together a list of tricks of the trade when it comes to finding that baby some awesome, yet eco-friendly gear.

Nau Clothing Offers Discounts to New Customers
Looking for some sustainable threads to keep you warm this winter? Nau is working to educate as many people about the true costs of making clothes the responsible way. To do this they're offering new customers a 10% discount to try out their eco-friendly styles.

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Posted: 2009-11-19 15:00:00

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