Saturday, April 16, 2011

The Green Clean: Eco-mom on a mission to clean but stay green

The Green Clean: Eco-mom on a mission to clean but stay green
http://www.ottawacitizen.com/life/mission+clean+stay+green/4622595/story.html

"But how do you actually make an informed, environmental choice when it comes to buying household cleaners? Grocery stores and big-box retailers such as Loblaws, Walmart and Canadian Tire stores offer an array of products — both sides of an entire aisle are dedicated to cleaners and detergents from big-brand companies. But does that mean they are more reputable from the "green" perspective? Or are they just money-hungry capitalists stamping their products with brightly-coloured, happy text bubbles that read, "Earth-friendly!" or "Softer on the environment!" in a blatant ploy for attention from earth-conscious consumers?"

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