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| The Basics: Author: The Alternative Consumer contributing writers URL:www.alternativeconsumer.com Date: 2006-2007 Notes: At a glance:Glance: The Alternative Consumer is a blog that highlights eco-friendly products and environmental news for conscious and progressive consumers who are aware of the impact that their everyday buying choices have on their lives and on the planet. Contributers write reviews of green products that are smart and stylish and contribute to a sustainable lifestyle, such as organic clothing, bath products, food, or creatively recycled products. It's a great site to visit around the holidays for gift ideas! Best for: Judging from the types of products that are reviewed on the site, the target audience of The Alternative Consumer is the young, hip, socially conscious crowd. Standout Features: The Alternative Consumer draws attention to small business who are making eco-friendly choices. Products that are not available in mainstream, big-box stores, such as a vase made of recycled newspaper, tote bags made from recycled banners, and environmentally-responsible computers that use fewer chemicals during manufacturing than the standard PC. Keep in Mind: The blog is written by several contributors from a variety of backgrounds, including one high-school junior. No editorial policy is stated on the website. They welcome contributions from readers. Suggested by: ksalay |