A.M. Greenlist: Easter prep edition
>> Lead found in Easter eggs and toys. "Thirteen of 45 items purchased off store shelves and tested by Ashland University chemistry students had paint made with lead, according to Jeffrey D. Weidenhamer," a chemistry professor. (via grist)
>> Dye your Easter eggs naturally, using everything from cranberries to coffee.
>> Knit yourself a green easter. Reusable knit Easter eggs (top photo), baby bunny beanies, and even Easter peeps are all creative knitting possibilities. Opt for recycled or eco-friendly yarns to make your DIY project greener.
>> For Easter-celebrating pet owners: Here's a cuddly Bunny and Bone set (right), made with organic cotton plush colored with a nontoxic dye.
>> How to green your pet. First step: Spay it forward.
And in other news:
>> Up to 85 California sea lions may be killed to save our dwindling salmon population. The National Marine Fisheries Service gave permission to kill these sea lions, provided that they've been seen eating salmon and are held for at least 48 hours before they are euthanized.
>> The ports of L.A. and Long Beach have proposed an incentive program to encourage ships to burn cleaner fuel when close to our coast. The $19-million proposal, which could go into effect July 1, is expected to lower local air pollution by 11%.
Top photo courtesy of Little Cotton Rabbits; bottom photo courtesy of Organic Style
