5 Environmentally Friendly Gifts for the Sustainable Dad
June 17, 2009 by Justin
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As awareness that our planet is falling apart has grown, surprisingly the selection of cool eco-friendly gifts has as well. As a result there are lots of options for the environmentally-conscious Dad on your shopping list for Father's Day. So without further ado here are 5 environmentally friendly gifts that I wouldn't mind getting for Father's Day(hint, hint):
This recycled rubber belt is studded with beer caps collected from bars all around Pittsburgh, PA. It features an authentic seat belt buckle and a 4-snap adjustment to further refine your fit. Perfect for that Pittsburgh Steelers fan in your life. Recycling with a little flair if you will.
Voltaic Backpack Solar Charger
The Voltaic Backpack is solar charger built tough for use on a weekend hike bag solar backpackor computer bag. There are pockets and wire channels for multiple electronic devices and 1,850 cubic inches of storage space. Additional features include:
* 4 watts of solar power for fast charging.
* The solar panels protect fragile items inside
* Included battery pack which stores power until you need it
* 11 adaptors for easy connection to handheld electronics
* Fully padded laptop sleeve for up to a 17" laptop (16.5" x 11" x 3" or 42cm x 28cm x 7cm)
You could be the envy of any electronically-obsessed hiker or wilderness enthusiast.
Trading Card Belt: Trading cards laminated, stitched to heavy nylon and then harnessed for the nefarious purpose eco friendly beltof **holding up your pants.** 1 1/2" wide with snap closures. You know what Mr. T would say: "I pity the fool that ruins the environment." Sorry, I had to say it.
Comes with a bamboo sleeve option. Has a sleek design along with substantial power efficiency. 80% smaller computer than a regular pc and uses 70% less power. Who can argue with those environmentally-friendly credentials.
From the COTO website:
"All coto products are designed to promote a sartorial and sustainable lifestyle. Each season we aimsustainable cuff links to integrate materials that will benefit local communities and the environments in which they thrive."
COTO's briar root cuff links are carved from the erica arborea tree and include natural leather rope, a sterling silver centerpiece, genuine horn end piece and a COTO engrave. Now that's sustainability with style.