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Green Apple, Back-To-School Ideas for New York City

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The Big Apple will always have my heart. New York City is where I  first learned about sustainability and green living. Ironic I know, but it’s true. Well here’s some back-to school ideas for all you New Yorkers out there. It’s provided in courtesy of Greenopia New York, the independently researched guide to all green services and business in NYC area

ORGANIC PACKED LUNCHES (don’t forget the BOX!):

Send them to school with healthy snacks and fresh, locally grown grub from these yummy markets:

Back to the Land

142 7th Ave. 

Brooklyn, NY 11215

718-768-5654

 Elm Health

1695 1st Ave. 

New York, NY 10028

212-348-8500

Vitality Health and Organic Market

46-03 Broadway 

Astoria, NY 11103

718-274-1591

I am also a big fan of the Farmer’s Market in Union Square. There’s a wide variety of Organic produce and also supporting local farms in upstate New York. Highly recommended.

ORGANIC CLOTHING FOR KIDS:

Revamp your kid’s fall wardrobe with new clothes that love… along with Mother Nature!

Giggle

1033 Lexington Ave. 

New York, NY 10021

212-249-4249

Modern Tots

53 Pearl St. 

Brooklyn, NY 11201

718-488-8293

I also recommend consignment shops and vintage stores. Reusing is one of the best ways to conserve the Planet! I am also a Ebay-holic and Craigslist addict. You can also score great bargains and have one of a kind. 

ECO-FRIENDLY SCHOOL SUPPLIES:

Pack their bags with chemical-free, non-toxic items from rulers to pens, and recycled paper, too!

JAM Paper and Envelope

135 3rd Ave. 

New York, NY 10003

212-473-6666 

BACKPACKS:

Most backpacks come in vinyl, but this year it’s all about the hemp and recycled fabrics. 

Rawganique sells certified organic hemp bags, or if you’re hell-bent on something plastic try Earthpak’s SMOSHO bag, made from 98% recycled plastic bottles.

A big thanks to Greenopia for their comprehensive list. 

image credit: stock.xchng vbuffy

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[This post was written by Susie Kim.]

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