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Green Gadgets - Green Holiday Gift Guide 2008
Tech toys don’t have to be power hogs – give electronic gifts that are energy efficient or even help save money.
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PLX Kiwi Driving Monitor
$300
Why it's green:
The PLX Kiwi lets you track your driving style and your fuel economy. It also teaches you driving techniques to maximize your fuel efficiency, which saves you money and saves the planet from extra emissions.
Recommended by: Green Home Huddle
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Vers iPod Speaker Dock
$180
Why it's green:
This all-in-one iPod dock is energy efficient, made from sustainably harvested wood, can be easily recycled, has no formaldehyde or toxic glue, and is packaged in 100% recycled and recyclable materials. Plus it sounds great!
Recommended by: Green Home Huddle
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SimpleTech [re]drive External Hard Drive
$100
Why it's green:
Being Energy Star compliant isn't the only thing this hard drive accomplishes. The casing is made of locally grown bamboo and 100% recycled aluminum, and the instruction manual is printed on the box to reduce the need for extra wood-based products.
Recommended by: TreeHugger
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Sink Positive Tank Lid Sink
$120
Why it's green:
This inventive toilet tank accessory serves as a direct greywater system. It helps you conserve water by eliminating the need for a bathroom sink. It turns your hand-washing water into the water used to flush the toilet the next time around.
Recommended by: Green Home Huddle
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C. Crane GeoBulb LED Light Bulb
$120
Why it's green:
For only a fraction of the energy as a 60-watt incandescent light bulb, this LED light bulb puts out the same amount of light. It’s incredibly durable and has an expected life of 30,000 hours (or more than 10 years if you left it on 8 hours a day).
Recommended by: Green Home Huddle
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Freeplay Summit Self-Sufficient Radio
$90
Why it's green:
Instead of using batteries or a plug, the radio's solar panel charges it in a sunny window. Or for every 30 seconds of hand-cranking, you'll get an extra 30 minutes of sound.
Recommended by: Big Green Purse
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LED Shake Flashlight
$20
Why it's green:
Batteries eventually wear out and are tossed, potentially leaking toxic chemicals. This battery-free model charges through shaking instead.
Recommended by: Greenopia
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Neuton Electric Lawn Mower
$350
Why it's green:
Electric lawn mowers are exceedingly more energy efficient than gas mowers. They cut down on air pollution and eliminate the possibility for gas spills. The Neuton is not only green, it keeps your grass looking great.
Recommended by: Green Home Huddle
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HP Ionic Styling Hair Dryer
$160
Why it's green:
Look good and feel good about the planet with the only energy-efficient hair dryer that's made in the U.S. It uses half the energy of other dryers. Plus, this dryer has a lifetime warranty, so it's truly an investment piece.
Recommended by: Green Picks
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Solio Portable Solar Charger
$100
Why it's green:
One hour of sun will give you enough juice to play your iPod for about an hour or provide up to 25 minutes of additional talk time on most cell phones.
Recommended by: TerraPass
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