TRAVEL GREEN
Now that you've booked your Green Hotel, it's time to think about how you'll be traveling green on your trip. Besides a green hotel, green travel has become very popular for vacation such as going to sustainable countries, traveling within those countries using public transportation, and buying only eco-friendly souvenirs and products. Thinking about your impact on the environment when you travel is extremely important not only for you but for the residents of the area. Being socially responsible and minimizing your impact on the environment will help maintain that destination for future tourism. Consciously making those eco-friendly choices is certainly a great way to save money by making those low-impact choices.
There are several ways you can travel green during your next trip. Packing light is one way to start traveling green. Consider purchasing luggage from companies that are socially responsible and donate part of their proceeds to an environmental organization. Storing your liquids in clear biodegradable bottles and using products that are natural or organic is also a great way to be more environmentally friendly. Minimizing your impact on the environment especially during your travels should be kept in mind. Make sure that your recycled products are indeed placed in recycle bins and not in the trash during your travels. This includes water bottles, especially during your foreign travels.
During your trip, dining at organic or farmed restaurants supports those businesses that are dedicated to making the environment better. Fair-trade souvenirs are also better alternatives to traditional ones. While sightseeing or traveling within your destination, consider walking, bicycling, or taking public transportation bus or train. If you must drive, rent hybrid vehicles for minimal environmental impact. Green hotels give incentives and discounts for guests who drive hybrid cars. So, the next time you travel, consider your impact on the environment. If you're traveling to foreign countries, it's your moment to truly show your social responsibility and that you care about the world by caring about the people in that particular destination.
I was just in El Nido, Palawan, Philippines. The entire island is pro-GREEN. They are very much concerned about protecting their environment. In fact, they are one of the resorts I've been into that do not allow motor sports to avoid fuel mixture into the water. Its resorts give handbags to everyone so that they can pick up wastes seen anywhere. Additionally, they go under water with the use of scuba to pick up waste under the sea. Moreover, El Nido use recyclable materials and they recycle water for toilet use. They also use solar system for cleaner energy. I was very impressed with El Nido. They are one of the most diverse ecosystem in the world.
Stay tuned next week for more green tips.
Green Tip Provided By - louie@green1planet.com.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Sunday, April 19, 2009
POSTPONED: Green Day on Earth Day Conference & Trade Show
It is with a heavy and sad heart that we have to announce that the Green Day on Earth Day Conference & Trade Show is postponed.
We will be announcing its newly scheduled date as soon as possible.
If you have any questions, please email us at info@cal-greenpages.com.
We will be announcing its newly scheduled date as soon as possible.
If you have any questions, please email us at info@cal-greenpages.com.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
5 Ways To Green Your Event - Green Day on Earth Day Speakers Highlighted on Event Solutions Magazine Website
Check Out Event Solutions Magazine - On-Line News Feature about five of our speakers at the Green Day on Earth Day Conference & Trade Show.
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Click Here to visit Green Day on Earth Day!
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Click Here to visit Green Day on Earth Day!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Got Amazing Shots of your Green event?
CALLING FOR ALL GREEN PHOTOS!
If you've produced an amazing Green event and have great photos, we'd like to include them in our lunch educational session for the Green Day on Earth Day Conference & Trade Show! We will be presenting a collage of awesome Green events - low budget to high budget.... we want to share the wealth! We are all about folks learning, innovating and tweaking the ideas they see to make them fit their meetings & events!
If you think you qualify, please email us! joella@cal-greenpages.com. Here's what we need, photos, description on what's green, your name, company and website. We'll publish all of your info as credit!
We look forward to hearing from you!
If you've produced an amazing Green event and have great photos, we'd like to include them in our lunch educational session for the Green Day on Earth Day Conference & Trade Show! We will be presenting a collage of awesome Green events - low budget to high budget.... we want to share the wealth! We are all about folks learning, innovating and tweaking the ideas they see to make them fit their meetings & events!
If you think you qualify, please email us! joella@cal-greenpages.com. Here's what we need, photos, description on what's green, your name, company and website. We'll publish all of your info as credit!
We look forward to hearing from you!
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
ANNOUNCING: "Green Day on Earth Day" Conference & Trade Show
Hello fellow Green Friends! In case you haven't heard the California Green Special Events & Meetings Resource Directory is putting on it's first Educational Conference & Trade Show. For local and regional "Greenies". Please visit our website and check out the event. Prices are reasonable and the education will be great. Plus, we will be networking with other like parties!
www.Cal-GreenPages.com and click on the Conference & Trade Show menu item.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Strategic Partner: Byway Productions: Brings Eco-Friendly to Aids Assistance Program Gala
CAL-Green Pages Strategic Partner: Byway Entertainment brings Eco-Friendly elements to annual Gala for the Aids Assistance Program.AIDS Assistance Program’s annual Evening Under the Stars benefit gala will count itself among one of the top green events in the Coachella Valley due to a major effort to make the event more eco-friendly. The emphasis on reducing waste and using recycled materials is being spearheaded by Richard Byford of Byway Events & Entertainment Inc., who has produced the event for the past nine years. Evening Under the Stars, now in its sixteenth year, is A.A.P.’s major benefit fundraiser, and will take place on Saturday, April 25, on the green of the O’Donnell Golf Club in Palm Springs.
“We’re very supportive of Richard’s efforts to make Evening Under the Stars more green,” said Steve Pougnet, Mayor of Palm Springs. “If you think about it, with a thousand people having dinner and enjoying the wonderful entertainment outside, it makes a big impact on the local environment. I’m really pleased with how Richard has incorporated so many sustainable aspects into the events he produces, and I think that his efforts with so many local vendors and event companies will encourage them to make all of their events more sustainable.”
For the past two years, Byford has been working to ‘green up’ the events he produces after reading that the special events industry was ranked as the second most wasteful industry in the country. In his contracts with local event supplier and vendors, he consistently chooses options that reduce the environmental impact of his events and the overall carbon footprint.
“There are so many green things that we can do in our every day lives that just make common sense,” said Richard Byford. “Simple things that really do not cost any more or take more time. Recycle, reuse & reduce – we all know the mantra, but I produce large events with lots of potential impact, so I’m working to take this to the next level and convince my vendors that going green is not only the way of the future, but crucial to our survival on the planet.”
For Evening Under the Stars, Byford has included the following green components:
Culligan Water is sponsoring a portable water filtration system to supply all of the drinking water for the tables, eliminating the need for the more than 4,000 water bottles that were used at last year’s event.
Palm Springs Disposal Services, one of the City of Palm Springs’ major partners on the Mayor’s Path to Sustainability, will be supplying dumpsters and receptacles to recycle all plastic, glass, paper, cardboard and food waste.
Classic Party Rentals, a longtime sponsor of Evening Under the Stars and friend of A.A.P., will be providing all of the equipment for the event. Classic is committed to developing and implementing comprehensive recycling, energy and water efficiency, sustainable purchasing, and waste disposal programs. Wherever possible, Byford will be using sustainable rental items from Classic.
Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services is supplying solar-powered executive-style bathrooms for guests at the event.
Invitation and programs will not only be printed on recycled paper with soy-based inks, but also only 500 programs will be printed – approximately 1 per couple.
Just like at last year’s event, centerpieces for the tables will be a decorative table number printed on recycled card stock, rather than flowers and holders that can only be used once.
Power needs for the event will be provided by bio-diesel generators that will help reduce the event’s carbon footprint.
The linens and cloth napkins to be used are made of durable fabric with a longer life, and they will be laundered with eco-friendly chemicals.
All food waste will be collected and shipped to Bio-Mass in Thermal for composting.
Wherever possible, Energy Star light bulbs and LED units will be used for décor, as well as production lighting to reduce the amount of power consumed.
This year’s Evening Under the Stars features a Motown theme with emcee Della Reese, famed actress and Motown vocalist, and headliner Mary Wilson of The Supremes. This year’s honorees include Craig Simrell and Mark Greganti, Tami Low, The Bottom Line Magazine, and Jay Horwitz.
Tickets for Evening Under the Stars are $395 per person and can be purchased by contacting the AIDS Assistance Program at 760/325-8481. Program ads may be reserved/purchased by calling Raymond Smith at 760-778-4536. For more information about Byway Events & Entertainment Inc., please contact Richard Byford at 760-320-9054 or richard@bywayentertainment.com.
Since its founding in 1991, the AIDS Assistance Program of Palm Springs remains dedicated to providing comfort and support to improve the quality of the lives of those surviving HIV/AIDS. Initiated by a small group of concerned citizens, led by the late Gloria Greene and Jeannette Rockefeller, AAP provided meals to members of the community with low incomes and suffering with HIV/AIDS. Since then, the AIDS Assistance Program's client roster has grown from approximately 20 to 530 people. For more information please contact the AIDS Assistance Program at 760/325-8481.
“We’re very supportive of Richard’s efforts to make Evening Under the Stars more green,” said Steve Pougnet, Mayor of Palm Springs. “If you think about it, with a thousand people having dinner and enjoying the wonderful entertainment outside, it makes a big impact on the local environment. I’m really pleased with how Richard has incorporated so many sustainable aspects into the events he produces, and I think that his efforts with so many local vendors and event companies will encourage them to make all of their events more sustainable.”
For the past two years, Byford has been working to ‘green up’ the events he produces after reading that the special events industry was ranked as the second most wasteful industry in the country. In his contracts with local event supplier and vendors, he consistently chooses options that reduce the environmental impact of his events and the overall carbon footprint.
“There are so many green things that we can do in our every day lives that just make common sense,” said Richard Byford. “Simple things that really do not cost any more or take more time. Recycle, reuse & reduce – we all know the mantra, but I produce large events with lots of potential impact, so I’m working to take this to the next level and convince my vendors that going green is not only the way of the future, but crucial to our survival on the planet.”
For Evening Under the Stars, Byford has included the following green components:
Culligan Water is sponsoring a portable water filtration system to supply all of the drinking water for the tables, eliminating the need for the more than 4,000 water bottles that were used at last year’s event.
Palm Springs Disposal Services, one of the City of Palm Springs’ major partners on the Mayor’s Path to Sustainability, will be supplying dumpsters and receptacles to recycle all plastic, glass, paper, cardboard and food waste.
Classic Party Rentals, a longtime sponsor of Evening Under the Stars and friend of A.A.P., will be providing all of the equipment for the event. Classic is committed to developing and implementing comprehensive recycling, energy and water efficiency, sustainable purchasing, and waste disposal programs. Wherever possible, Byford will be using sustainable rental items from Classic.
Burrtec Waste and Recycling Services is supplying solar-powered executive-style bathrooms for guests at the event.
Invitation and programs will not only be printed on recycled paper with soy-based inks, but also only 500 programs will be printed – approximately 1 per couple.
Just like at last year’s event, centerpieces for the tables will be a decorative table number printed on recycled card stock, rather than flowers and holders that can only be used once.
Power needs for the event will be provided by bio-diesel generators that will help reduce the event’s carbon footprint.
The linens and cloth napkins to be used are made of durable fabric with a longer life, and they will be laundered with eco-friendly chemicals.
All food waste will be collected and shipped to Bio-Mass in Thermal for composting.
Wherever possible, Energy Star light bulbs and LED units will be used for décor, as well as production lighting to reduce the amount of power consumed.
This year’s Evening Under the Stars features a Motown theme with emcee Della Reese, famed actress and Motown vocalist, and headliner Mary Wilson of The Supremes. This year’s honorees include Craig Simrell and Mark Greganti, Tami Low, The Bottom Line Magazine, and Jay Horwitz.
Tickets for Evening Under the Stars are $395 per person and can be purchased by contacting the AIDS Assistance Program at 760/325-8481. Program ads may be reserved/purchased by calling Raymond Smith at 760-778-4536. For more information about Byway Events & Entertainment Inc., please contact Richard Byford at 760-320-9054 or richard@bywayentertainment.com.
Since its founding in 1991, the AIDS Assistance Program of Palm Springs remains dedicated to providing comfort and support to improve the quality of the lives of those surviving HIV/AIDS. Initiated by a small group of concerned citizens, led by the late Gloria Greene and Jeannette Rockefeller, AAP provided meals to members of the community with low incomes and suffering with HIV/AIDS. Since then, the AIDS Assistance Program's client roster has grown from approximately 20 to 530 people. For more information please contact the AIDS Assistance Program at 760/325-8481.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
CAL-Green Pages, Marketing Director, Being Inducted to Events Hall of Fame!
Bob Estrin, Marketing Director at the CAL-Green Pages, has been selected as a 2009 recipient of “The Event Industry Hall of Fame Award. Mr. Estrin will join a handful of luminaries who have achieved this recognition for their lifetime achievements in the field of Special Events. This prestigious award will be presented by Event Solutions Magazine.Mr. Estrin was selected for this top honor by a committee of peers who have already been admitted to the Hall of Fame. The award presentation and ceremony will take place during The Catie/Spotlight Gala Awards to be held during The CaterSource /Event Solutions Conference in Las Vegas NV February 22-26, 2009.
Please join us in congratulating Bob and his family for his many years of dedication to the advancement of the art and science of Special Events.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Our Next Audit!! Good Gracious!
We (CAL-GreenPages) performed our next audit this past January. Bob Estrin, Marketing Director, had the opportunity to visit with Pauline Parry at Good Gracious! Here's his report!!!
Good Gracious! was started in 1988 by Pauline Parry , within a year they moved from a home based operation to a full fledged commercial kitchen and have been growing ever since then. They are currently based in the Pico / Fairfax area in a building they renovated on Pico. The full time staff of 27 works out of a highly efficient space with, offices, conference/tasting room, warehouse and full commercial kitchen all in one building.
Pauline outlined to me the business philosophy and practices that make Good Gracious! the stand out company they are. The catch phrase that defines their business is “It’s all about Food, Fun and Love “. Having had the opportunity to sample their food at numerous association events and client projects over the years it is an accurate description of how they do things. While many businesses’s try to get to the cutting edge Good Gracious! , is the leading edge in Buffet design and food presentation.
The main focuses of the business are Catering, Event Design and Coordination, and Wedding planning. While they offer Green options to all their clients, they do so with out being aggressive about it. Even if clients don’t opt for Green the daily operating process of Good Gracious! make a portion of all their events green.
Good Gracious! Green Practices:
· Shop Local Certified Farmers markets for herbs and Vegetables
· Use local in season whenever possible
· Sort and recycle all waste
· Paper
· Cardboard
· Metal
· Cooking Oil
· Left over food at kitchen is available for staff to take home
· Excess food at Events is donated to local agencies for distribution
· Electronic communications as much as possible with clients and Vendors
· In house inventory of unique serving pieces that is reused
· Composting of food waste when possible
The staff of Good Gracious! Participates in many educational events each year. The Green message is always present in these presentations. Good Gracious has found that Green practices also make economic sense in the highly competitive Southern California catering market.
They are very deserving of a three leaf rating.
Good Gracious! Green Practices:
· Shop Local Certified Farmers markets for herbs and Vegetables
· Use local in season whenever possible
· Sort and recycle all waste
· Paper
· Cardboard
· Metal
· Cooking Oil
· Left over food at kitchen is available for staff to take home
· Excess food at Events is donated to local agencies for distribution
· Electronic communications as much as possible with clients and Vendors
· In house inventory of unique serving pieces that is reused
· Composting of food waste when possible
The staff of Good Gracious! Participates in many educational events each year. The Green message is always present in these presentations. Good Gracious has found that Green practices also make economic sense in the highly competitive Southern California catering market.
They are very deserving of a three leaf rating.
CAL-GreenPages helps publicize it's members! Green Lab Designs
The California Green Pages helps publicize it's members! Green Lab Designs just sent out their latest newsletter. Remember, patron Green Business.
Click here for full article. www.greenlabdesigns.com/newsletter/february2009
Monday, February 2, 2009
CAL-Green Pages is now on Twitter!
We're on Twitter! Follow Us! Let's Green the Special Events & Meetings Industry!Our call sign: CALGreenPages
We you on the Tweet!
Monday, November 3, 2008
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Another NEW Green Event - EcoGift Festival in Santa Monica
Hey all - So check out this new event - EcoGift Festival.
Their Mission:
Our mission is to produce large-scale eco-conscious gift shows that provide people with an uplifting experience and a solution to the difficult emotions, inconveniences and terrible waste associated with the holidays and holiday shopping.
Philanthropy:
Each of our expos will directly benefit at least one non-profit organization whose work aligns with our company’s desire to address the problems facing humanity and the Earth. This year, Eco Gift Expo will donate 10% of its gross proceeds to The Whole Planet Foundation and Global Green USA. All Eco Gift Expo vendors have the opportunity to participate in our philanthropy program, known as The Book of Giving and Receiving. By opting in, our vendors agree to donate 10% of their sales at Eco Gift Expo to the expo’s charities, The Whole Planet Foundation and Global Green USA. Participating vendors are recognized in our event program.
Monday, October 27, 2008
We're listed as a Resource in Smart Meetings!
Hey everybody. How exciting... We (CALGreen Pages) are gaining exposure and to prove it, we are listed in THE GREEN ISSUE of SMART MEETINGS magazine. How cool is that?! We're listed on page 52. On-line you can see was on the Green Article - http://www.smartmeetings.com/issues/october-2008/articles/shades-of-green-the-future-is-now
Monday, October 13, 2008
CALGreen Pages Rep speaking at NACE LA re Going Green
Late notice, but I just realized that I didn't post about tomorrow's speaking engagement at the Marina del Rey, Ritz Carlton at the October NACE (National Association Catering Executives) LA event. We (California Green Special Events & Meetings Resource Directory) will be speaking on Going Green in the Hospitality Industry. Check us out!
Here's the site... http://www.nacechapters.com/chapters/la/
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Agenda XPO Hall - 10.29.08
Hey everybody! You've got to come out and see us at the Agenda XPO on October 29, 2008. It's going to be a great day of networking and professional development. PLUS, us - the California Green Special Events & Meetings Resource Directory will be in the XPO Hall. Come by and visit!
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
STRATEGIC PARTNER: Speaking at Event Solution's CaterSource
Hello everybody. One of the CalGreen Pages Strategic Partner's - Simply Mumtaz Events will be speaking at CaterSource in Feb 09. The topic is: Simple Green: Eco-Friendly Event Tips and Tricks You Can Implement Today. Check out the conference link! It's a great conference to attend AND it's in Las Vegas. 
Friday, September 26, 2008
BuFest Music Festival "A Green Music Event" March 09
Hey all. So, we (CalGreen Pages) just came across a really cool site and what sounds like an awesome event! We've got to support Green business and events... So, here's the site - http://www.bufest.com/. Below is some immediate info on the event. 
Great Artists
BuFest™ offers a full line-up of today's best musical talent. With three stages and over 50 acts over the two day period.
Green EventBuFest™ strives to insure we have zero impact upon the environment. In addition to biodegradable and recycled supplies, BuFest™ uses the most technologically advanced generators and materials to make certain we have the lowest carbon output possible. We support The Green Living Expo's held throughout the nation as a way to educate the public about ways they can "Go Green."Beautiful LocationThe Paramount Movie Ranch is a California State Park located in the heart of the Santa Monica mountain range. Just 10 minutes drive from the 101 freeway, this historic western town has been the home of countless television and movie productions.Socially ResponsibleBuFest™ supports the Cancer Hope Foundation. The mission of Cancer Hope Foundation is to enhance the lives of people affected by cancer. Their energies are currently concentrated on Camp Keepsake, a program which offers a cost-free camp retreat for adult cancer patients/survivors, their children and friends. Camp Keepsake provides support in an energetic and fun atmosphere.
Event Dates
May 30 & 31, 2009
Paramount Ranch
Malibu, CA
BuFest™ offers a full line-up of today's best musical talent. With three stages and over 50 acts over the two day period.
Green EventBuFest™ strives to insure we have zero impact upon the environment. In addition to biodegradable and recycled supplies, BuFest™ uses the most technologically advanced generators and materials to make certain we have the lowest carbon output possible. We support The Green Living Expo's held throughout the nation as a way to educate the public about ways they can "Go Green."Beautiful LocationThe Paramount Movie Ranch is a California State Park located in the heart of the Santa Monica mountain range. Just 10 minutes drive from the 101 freeway, this historic western town has been the home of countless television and movie productions.Socially ResponsibleBuFest™ supports the Cancer Hope Foundation. The mission of Cancer Hope Foundation is to enhance the lives of people affected by cancer. Their energies are currently concentrated on Camp Keepsake, a program which offers a cost-free camp retreat for adult cancer patients/survivors, their children and friends. Camp Keepsake provides support in an energetic and fun atmosphere.
Event Dates
May 30 & 31, 2009
Paramount Ranch
Malibu, CA
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Our showcase at the ISES JAM
Yesterday we showcased / previewed our Green Pages at the International Special Events Society Los Angeles Chapter's Joint Allied Mixer. The event was held at the Pasadena Convention Center. It was great speaking with so many interested people. I was a bit concerned about talking for 3 hours, but we had so much interest I had a total of 10 minutes down the whole evening. 
Thursday, September 11, 2008
AUDIT: The Spiraled Stem - Three Leaf Rating
Hello all! Today the California Green Special Events & Meetings Resource Directory conducted it's first audit. Our first "victim" was The Spiraled Stem. They are also one of our Strategic Partners. The audit overall went great. Here are some photos and updates about our audit and how The Spiraled Stem qualifies for its Three Leaf Rating.
In order to qualify for the CALGreen Pages Three Leaf Rating your company must do all three of the following items 1) Have established green business practices into your daily operations 2) offer a green product and 3) contribue in some way to the hospitality industry.
Spiraled Stem's Green Business Practices among others...
1) Worked with the City of Anaheim to install T8 Lighting. It's more energy efficient than standard lighting.
2) They have two skylights and a big wharehouse door that they use to provide natural light and the T8 lighting serves to supplement natural day light.
3) Recycling Program
4) Install Bamboo floors
5) Walls are painted with Earth Care Low VOC paint
6) Office decor / furniture - Habitat for Humanity's Restore
7) Swanstone sink - qualifies for LEED Cert.
Spiraled Stem's product...
1) Veriflora Certified Floral Arrangements... What is Veriflora? Certified Sustainably Grown. VeriFlora is a sustainability certification program for fresh cut flowers and potted plants. The "VeriFlora" Certified Sustainably Grown" label is your guarantee that flowers and potted plants have been produced in an environmentally and socially responsible manner and meet the highest standards for freshness and quality. They address these key issues: crop production practices, ecosystem protection, resource conservation, emissions and waste production, fair labor practices, healthy communities, product integrity and product purity.
Plus, she uses these super cool bloom boxes for the bases of centerpieces.. Please check her site out to see the top quality product she provides!
Spiraled Stem's commitment to promoting Green in our industry...
1) Spiraled Stem has showcased at the ISES LA Green Luncheon
2) Presented at South Coast's Spring Garden Show - Educational Seminar of Green Florals
3) Featured at NBC Philly's "How to Green your Wedding Flowers"
4) Participate among a group of local florists where they share ideas, provide rentals and product to each other rather than consistly buy more product.
In addition to the above The Spiraled Stem's home base also serves as the Green Event Studio. She has opened up her reception space to serve as a home and resource for Brides & Planners to come in and learn how they can go Green. It's by appointment - but check it out. http://www.greeneventstudio.com/.
These are just the highlights that I learned about today from Christine Saunders at the Spiraled Stem. Overall it was a very insightful visit and a great audit! Thank you for participating with the CALGreen Pages and we hope that our readers patron your Green Business!
In order to qualify for the CALGreen Pages Three Leaf Rating your company must do all three of the following items 1) Have established green business practices into your daily operations 2) offer a green product and 3) contribue in some way to the hospitality industry.
Spiraled Stem's Green Business Practices among others...
1) Worked with the City of Anaheim to install T8 Lighting. It's more energy efficient than standard lighting.
2) They have two skylights and a big wharehouse door that they use to provide natural light and the T8 lighting serves to supplement natural day light.
3) Recycling Program
4) Install Bamboo floors
5) Walls are painted with Earth Care Low VOC paint
6) Office decor / furniture - Habitat for Humanity's Restore
7) Swanstone sink - qualifies for LEED Cert.
Spiraled Stem's product...
1) Veriflora Certified Floral Arrangements... What is Veriflora? Certified Sustainably Grown. VeriFlora is a sustainability certification program for fresh cut flowers and potted plants. The "VeriFlora" Certified Sustainably Grown" label is your guarantee that flowers and potted plants have been produced in an environmentally and socially responsible manner and meet the highest standards for freshness and quality. They address these key issues: crop production practices, ecosystem protection, resource conservation, emissions and waste production, fair labor practices, healthy communities, product integrity and product purity.
Plus, she uses these super cool bloom boxes for the bases of centerpieces.. Please check her site out to see the top quality product she provides!
Spiraled Stem's commitment to promoting Green in our industry...
1) Spiraled Stem has showcased at the ISES LA Green Luncheon
2) Presented at South Coast's Spring Garden Show - Educational Seminar of Green Florals
3) Featured at NBC Philly's "How to Green your Wedding Flowers"
4) Participate among a group of local florists where they share ideas, provide rentals and product to each other rather than consistly buy more product.
In addition to the above The Spiraled Stem's home base also serves as the Green Event Studio. She has opened up her reception space to serve as a home and resource for Brides & Planners to come in and learn how they can go Green. It's by appointment - but check it out. http://www.greeneventstudio.com/.
These are just the highlights that I learned about today from Christine Saunders at the Spiraled Stem. Overall it was a very insightful visit and a great audit! Thank you for participating with the CALGreen Pages and we hope that our readers patron your Green Business!
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