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Electronics Eco-Label Standard Finally Passes–but it’s still far from perfect

Jun 8, 2012Sue ChiangLaws & Regulations

I have to admit that it was with mixed feelings that I received the recent news that the two latest EPEAT (electronics eco-label) standards for Imaging Equipment and Televisions has finally passed! It felt good to know that when you buy electronics you will soon have...

Goldman Environmental Prize Winner Works to Promote Safer Electronics

May 3, 2012Sue ChiangEnvironmental Justice, Personal Stories

Every year the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize is awarded to six extraordinary grassroots environmental heroes from around the globe – recognizing one person from each of the six inhabited continental regions: Africa, Asia, Europe, Islands and Island Nations,...

Avoid Greenwashed Holiday Items: Go Simple with Our Last Minute (Truly) Green Gift Guide

Dec 21, 2011Ali Geering-KlineChildren's Health, Tips

If your holiday shopping list still looks dauntingly long, and you’re sick of clicking through all those holiday guides, take our advice: Go simple. Going green is often about simplifying, not consuming more. It’s about getting rid of the crap we accumulate in a...

Watch the Story of Electronics- Coming Nov. 9th!

Nov 2, 2010Ali Geering-KlineEnvironmental Justice, Tips

Have you seen the Story of Stuff? CEH is proud to be partnering with the Story of Stuff Project on the upcoming launch of their latest video, the Story of Electronics. CEH will provide viewers of the new video with resources for greener electronics and ways to...