Voltaic Solar Bags

Photovoltaic backpacks seem to be all the rage. This new one by Voltaic is actually powerful enough to charge a laptop computer with up to 14.7 watts. Each bag comes with a battery pack so you're not limited to only when the sun is out. Various other styles are available in daypacks, messengers, and laptop cases. Pretty cool.

William Good - Upcycled Clothes

 

You know something interesting is brewing when Nick Graham, the founder of Joe Boxer, teams up with Goodwill to introduce a new line of eco-fashions. William Good is both an environmental and social undertaking. The brand takes used clothing that was destined for recycling and salvage, and reassembles them into one-of-a-kind unique fashions, re-made in the USA with. This re-invented cast-off line is being rolled out at select Goodwill stores in the bay area, including San Francisco, and soon to arrive in Los Angeles and New York. A great example of upcycling.

Affordable Eco Jewelry

If you're looking for a great eco-friendly Valentine's Day gift idea, check out these new recycled aluminum necklaces and bracelets. When you first look at them, they appear to be chunky silver chains and upon closer inspection you realize that they are made from pull-tabs off soda cans. Pair one up with one of these modern twist fabric boxes and you've got a super affordable (and eco-friendly) gift for under $50.
Get them here.

Organic Clothing and EcoKashmere

Good looking sustainable clothing is difficult to come by, so we were really excited to come across Jonano's comfortable collection of designer eco-fashion.

Much of their collection is made from sweatshop-free organic cotton. Particularly unique is the company's ecoKasmere yoga and lounge wear, made from a soft blend of bamboo (yes, bamboo!) and cotton. And for those of you in the medical profession, be sure to check out their Eco Scrubs line, too.