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Women of Influence profiles female leaders from around the country who are taking action for a greener planet.

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Podcast with Elettra Wiedemann

Elettra Wiedemann

Posted on by Elettra Wiedemann
Top fashion model, environmental activist and co-founder of Just One Frickin Day
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Elettra Wiedemann, top fashion model and environmental activist, joins Hope to Action from New York as a Woman of Influence. A young lady of stunning beauty, intelligence, and grace all coupled with a commitment to giving back, Elettra represents the face of Lancome and has found some extraordinary ways to combine her worlds of fashion and environmental philanthropy.

Please listen to her podcast below to find out more about Elettra, her work with Just One Frickin Day, and how one day truly can make a difference.

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Podcast with the Reverend Canon Sally G. Bingham

The Reverend Canon Sally G. Bingham

Posted on by The Reverend Canon Sally G. Bingham
President, The Regeneration Project and the Interfaith Power and Light Campaign
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The Reverend Canon Sally G. Bingham has brought widespread attention to the link between religious faith and the environment through her work on The Regeneration Project and the Interfaith Power and Light campaign. As one of the first faith leaders to fully recognize global warming as a core moral issue, she has mobilized thousands of religious people to put their faith into action through energy stewardship.

Please listen to her podcast below to find out more about Reverend Bingham, her work, and how every woman of every faith can practice environmental stewardship.

Listen to Reverend Bingham’s Podcast here

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What Is A Green Toy?

Michelle Lawton

Posted on by Michelle Lawton
Founder of Stretch the Imagination
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In our world of eco-consciousness and environmental friendliness it might be confusing as to what really is a “green toy.” And just when we learn wooden toys are better than plastic, companies start making toys from 100% recycled plastic with no BPAs, phthalates or lead paint.  How is a parent to choose?

All of these “eco-friendly” products are a great way to make a greener choice when buying a toy but what about using everyday natural and recycled materials to encourage moments of fun and playfulness? The process of finding these toys becomes a fun game of imaginary play while also teaching your child the importance of re-using and recycling materials. Read On

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