Buycotts

Buycotts are the opposite of Boycotts. It's all about choices.

• Use natural fiber sheets and clothes. Most clothes, sheets, carpets, etc., are treated with toxic formaldehyde.


• The state of Maryland has been buying recycled paper since 1977.


• Avoid excessive packaging. Half of the paper America consumes is used to wrap and decorate consumer products.


• Many major brands of athletic footwear exploit the workers and the environment. To make conscientious footwear purchases, try these avenues:


• Look for the "Made in the USA" label.


• Contact the Fair Trade Federation.


• Do a web search for "sweatshops" + "footwear" or "shoes".


• For shoes, dress and casual, including sandals: try AESOP, The Leather Alternative.


• Join Co-op America. Each year with a paid membership, you get a newly updated National Green Pages which includes Green Businesses that sell "green" products.