Green Options » seaweed http://greenoptions.com/tag/seaweed Posts tagged 'seaweed' Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:28:14 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 en Seaweed Kills Horse In France http://ecoworldly.com/2009/08/19/seaweed-kills-horse-in-france/ http://ecoworldly.com/2009/08/19/seaweed-kills-horse-in-france/#comments Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:28:14 +0000 Zachary Shahan http://ecoworldly.com/2009/08/19/seaweed-kills-horse-in-france/
Killer seaweed? Yes. It’s not like a giant venus flytrap, but it is creating a killer gas that some scientists believe may have wiped out the dinosaurs.

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]]> http://ecoworldly.com/2009/08/19/seaweed-kills-horse-in-france/feed/ Osea: New Organic Skin Care from the Sea that’s Pure, Immediate, Simple. http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/08/12/osea-skin-care-from-the-sea-thats-pure-immediate-simple/ http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/08/12/osea-skin-care-from-the-sea-thats-pure-immediate-simple/#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2009 19:31:11 +0000 Lucille Chi http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/08/12/osea-skin-care-from-the-sea-thats-pure-immediate-simple/ “Osea is a unique company that recognizes the medicinal value of marine-based products known by eco-conscious cultures for thousands of years…100% natural derived, using only the highest quality seaweed from the pristine waters of Patagonia and Iceland, and the purest organic essential oils. “


Osea’s unique blend of sea nutrients and essential oils provide active and effective skin formulas for well being, combining the power of the sea and its plant life to balance, naturally condition and harmonize your skin. Osea products are 100% natural, harvesting the highest quality seaweed from Hawaii, Brittany and Iceland, and pure organic essential oils. Perfect for mermaids of all ages…

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]]> http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/08/12/osea-skin-care-from-the-sea-thats-pure-immediate-simple/feed/ New Biogel Fights Heart Disease Developed from Common Brown Seaweed http://cleantechnica.com/2009/08/08/new-biogel-fights-heart-disease-developed-from-common-brown-seaweed/ http://cleantechnica.com/2009/08/08/new-biogel-fights-heart-disease-developed-from-common-brown-seaweed/#comments Sat, 08 Aug 2009 15:41:49 +0000 Amiel Blajchman http://cleantechnica.com/2009/08/08/new-biogel-fights-heart-disease-developed-from-common-brown-seaweed/ Yet another reason for protecting the seas and the biodiversity that exists (including nuisance species): scientists at Ben Gurion University in Israel have developed a biogel that helps fight heart disease. The source of this gel? Seaweed.

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]]> http://cleantechnica.com/2009/08/08/new-biogel-fights-heart-disease-developed-from-common-brown-seaweed/feed/ San Francisco Bay Overrun by Alien Seaweed Forest http://planetsave.com/blog/2009/07/15/san-francisco-bay-overrun-by-alien-seaweed-forest/ http://planetsave.com/blog/2009/07/15/san-francisco-bay-overrun-by-alien-seaweed-forest/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:55:19 +0000 Derek Markham http://planetsave.com/blog/2009/07/15/san-francisco-bay-overrun-by-alien-seaweed-forest/ A fast growing invasive seaweed that grows up to an inch a day is turning San Francisco Bay into a ‘jungle’ of kelp.

When you think of wakame (if you do at all), you’re probably imagining miso soup or a macrobiotic diet, but this variety of kelp (Undaria pinnatifida) is one of the world’s worst invasive species. Native to Japan, China, and Korea, wakame was found to be inhabiting New Zealand about 20 years ago, and recently has been making itself at home in coastal areas of Europe. San Francisco Bay is its latest victim, and the alien seaweed is posing a threat to native species there.

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]]> http://planetsave.com/blog/2009/07/15/san-francisco-bay-overrun-by-alien-seaweed-forest/feed/ An Aquatic Invasion http://inspiredeconomist.com/2009/04/28/an-aquatic-invasion/ http://inspiredeconomist.com/2009/04/28/an-aquatic-invasion/#comments Tue, 28 Apr 2009 01:14:34 +0000 Lisa Wojnovich http://inspiredeconomist.com/2009/04/28/an-aquatic-invasion/ A Red LionfishThe last time you visited an aquarium, you probably saw one. With their zebra-like stripes, multiple spines, and elaborate fins, they’re quite beautiful and incredibly distinctive. But red lionfish are also voracious carnivores that breed like rabbits and are poisonous to boot. And they’re invading the coastal waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

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]]> http://inspiredeconomist.com/2009/04/28/an-aquatic-invasion/feed/ Scotland Invests $8 Million in Seaweed and Algae Biofuels http://cleantechnica.com/2009/04/06/scotland-invests-8-million-in-seaweed-and-algae-biofuels/ http://cleantechnica.com/2009/04/06/scotland-invests-8-million-in-seaweed-and-algae-biofuels/#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2009 18:30:17 +0000 Derek Markham http://cleantechnica.com/2009/04/06/scotland-invests-8-million-in-seaweed-and-algae-biofuels/ seaweed biofuelThe BioMara research project investigating the feasibility of using microalgae and seaweed to produce biofuels was launched on Friday by Scotland’s Energy Minister, Jim Mather.

“Effectively, seaweed harvested off a beach in the Outer Isles could be heating a crofter’s kettle for their cup of tea the next morning.” - Laila Sadler, spokesperson for BioMara

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]]> http://cleantechnica.com/2009/04/06/scotland-invests-8-million-in-seaweed-and-algae-biofuels/feed/ Feel Like a Spa Treatment? Geo Phyzz Brings it on Home http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/01/10/feel-like-a-spa-treatment-geo-phyzz-brings-it-on-home/ http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/01/10/feel-like-a-spa-treatment-geo-phyzz-brings-it-on-home/#comments Sat, 10 Jan 2009 18:19:37 +0000 Kay Sexton http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/01/10/feel-like-a-spa-treatment-geo-phyzz-brings-it-on-home/ bath bombLush are famous for their fresh cosmetics, and for producing vegan, organic products for the most sensitive skins. So I was delighted to be reminded that at this time of year, when many of us are feeling pale and fragile, they have a product that gives the deep-cleansing goodness of a spa visit, without the cost, fuss or doubt about what’s being applied to your body.
I’m talking about the fizzing, mineral-packed bath bomb, Geo Phyzz. It’s got Hawaiian sea salt, blended mineral-rich volcanic clay all blended with seaweed, sandalwood and cypress. The scent of the product is not at all girly – it’s refreshing but not sweet and best enjoyed in a bath that’s not too hot, so you can imagine you’re lying on a tropical beach, inhaling the scents of the shoreline and the fragrance of tropical trees. Your masculine other half will find this treatment as pleasing to his nose as you do, so why not treat him to one?

The really good thing about this bath treatment though, is that the sea salt is slow-dissolving, so you can scoop it from the bottom of the bath as you recline and use it to massage any areas of your body that require some exfoliation, like those pale and puffy hips and thighs and those callused, hard-working winter feet!

Contains: Coarse Sea Salt, Hawaiian Sea Salt, Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Perfume, Cypress Oil (Cupressus sempervirens), Pine Absolute (Pinus), Sandalwood Oil (Santalum album), Seaweed Absolute (Fucus vesiculosus), *Limonene, *Linalool, Gardenia Extract (Gardenia jasminoides), Colour 42045

* Occurs naturally in essential oils

 

 

]]> http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/01/10/feel-like-a-spa-treatment-geo-phyzz-brings-it-on-home/feed/ Fabulous Fabrics: greenSTYLE by Robert Kaufman http://craftingagreenworld.com/2008/10/28/fabulous-fabrics-greenstyle-by-robert-kaufman/ http://craftingagreenworld.com/2008/10/28/fabulous-fabrics-greenstyle-by-robert-kaufman/#comments Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:30:24 +0000 Kelly Rand http://craftingagreenworld.com/2008/10/28/fabulous-fabrics-greenstyle-by-robert-kaufman/ Bamboo Leaf Print Fabric It’s great to see that more and more textile companies are coming around to the term green. For some, they dip their toe in the water, for others it’s complete immersion. GreenSTYLE by Robert Kaufman is a nice wade into environmental waters with the green shore on the horizon.

This line of green fabric is organic, sustainable and uses low-impact dyes. The company recognizes that it is just the beginning of their journey into eco-friendly but their commitment to greener fabrics extends beyond production and procurement and into the office itself. The company is taking steps “to reduce paper waste, recycle and conserve energy.”

The GreenSTYLE line offers up many different fabrics including a nice selection of canvas, Linen and organic cotton.

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]]> http://craftingagreenworld.com/2008/10/28/fabulous-fabrics-greenstyle-by-robert-kaufman/feed/ Simply Divine Botanicals :: Merging Science with Energy and Love http://feelgoodstyle.com/2008/10/12/simply-divine-botanicals-merging-science-with-energy-and-love/ http://feelgoodstyle.com/2008/10/12/simply-divine-botanicals-merging-science-with-energy-and-love/#comments Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:32:17 +0000 Lucille Chi http://feelgoodstyle.com/2008/10/12/simply-divine-botanicals-merging-science-with-energy-and-love/ Simply Divine Botanicals has created a miraculous eye gel, that’s made with loving energy.

If you wear make-up, have sensitive eyes, wear contacts, or are prone to circles in the morning when you’re sleepy then try this healing “instant gratification” eye gel called “Pack your bags they’re leaving“… It is recommended to try one eye at a time to see it work magic. The best feature is the added aromatherapy benefits with ingredients such as: cucumber, watermelon, lemongrass, tangerine, frankincense, myrrh, electrolyzed gold, seaweed, sea buckthorn oil, vitamin E, unconditional love, and gratitude. It really feels as cool and refreshing as a cucumber but with a delicate and fresh scent.

This eye gel was mindfully created to reduce puffiness naturally under and above the eye area. The founder tells us that “it works by activating acupuncture meridians to strengthen kidney function“. Simply Divine Botanicals is a handcrafted, Reiki-energized skincare that has drawn

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]]> http://feelgoodstyle.com/2008/10/12/simply-divine-botanicals-merging-science-with-energy-and-love/feed/ Italians To Lead Biodiesel Shift From Food Crops to Seaweed http://ecoworldly.com/2008/10/02/italians-to-lead-biodiesel-shift-from-food-crops-to-seaweed/ http://ecoworldly.com/2008/10/02/italians-to-lead-biodiesel-shift-from-food-crops-to-seaweed/#comments Thu, 02 Oct 2008 07:46:39 +0000 Sam Aola Ooko http://ecoworldly.com/2008/10/02/italians-to-lead-biodiesel-shift-from-food-crops-to-seaweed/ Italian biodiesel producers have announced a $14 million plan to shift from food crops to seaweed in an effort to lessen competition with crop cultivation.

In so doing, they will be working with the best scientific minds to grow the seaweed in plastic tubes of seawater that will be fed with carbon dioxide captured from thermal power stations in a project called Mambo spearheaded by Italy’s Union of Biodiesel Producers.

A plant will be built at a coastal location in southern Italy in as little as two years and should be producing biodiesel from seaweed five years from now.

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]]> http://ecoworldly.com/2008/10/02/italians-to-lead-biodiesel-shift-from-food-crops-to-seaweed/feed/ Yearn Worthy Yarn: Sea Silk http://craftingagreenworld.com/2008/09/18/yearn-worthy-yarn-sea-silk/ http://craftingagreenworld.com/2008/09/18/yearn-worthy-yarn-sea-silk/#comments Thu, 18 Sep 2008 17:30:34 +0000 Kelly Rand http://craftingagreenworld.com/2008/09/18/yearn-worthy-yarn-sea-silk/ Sea Silk Yarn Yarn is such an amazingly versatile material. It can be made out of practically anything. I am still amazed at what yarn can be made from, and even more amazed that it can be a fine looking, soft feeling yarn to boot.

Sea Silk yarn is one such yarn that rocks my socks off. This yarn has been around a while, but is making its way around again. It is a blend of Sea Cell and cotton, silk, wool, or a blend of silk and wool. Sea Cell is a plant fiber created from seaweed and tencel or Lyocell. The yarn comes in several blends and can come in a 70-30 blend or an 80-20 blend, with Sea Cell always the lesser number.

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