We get a lot of calls here at Green in BKLYN asking for information about recycling, in general, and electronic waste recycling specifically.  So we’re pleased to be able to let folks know about another eWaste drive… Tekserve and the … More →

In the wake of Hurricane Irene, however you look at it, we “dodged a bullet”, “were lucky” and/or “were blessed” here in Brooklyn.  However, in upstate New York, the damage is devastating. Governor Cuomo is coordinating a volunteer effort to … More →

As part of the Myrtle Avenue Business Improvement District (BID), we received the following information from the BID & www.nyc.gov about preparing for Hurricane Irene.  This storm is gearing up to be a doozy.  Please take it seriously & be … More →

Green in BKLYN recently heard from an awesome group in Philadelpia.  United by Blue (who removes one pound of trash from our world’s oceans and waterways for every item of clothing they sell) will be cleaning up two sites in … More →

In these last (gasp!) lovely days of summer, if you haven’t done so already… it’s about time for a picnic.  Indoors or out, I’m in… My favorite way to ‘nic is with Boxsal’s eco-friendly picnic boxes. We’ve got the Urban … More →

How awesome refreshing does that look?!  The popsicles themselves, of course, & the streamlined, retro-futuristic design, too. Designed by a mom who wanted a BPA-free way to make that summer staple the natural juice pop, these popsicle molds are made … More →

Back at Green in BKLYN… Good Clean Love’s “organic & natural solutions for healthy intimacy.” With 95% organic ingredients, Good Clean Love’s Personal Lubricants are also: Paraben Free Glycerin Free Silicone Free Petrochemical Free Hormone Free Cruelty Free 100% Vegan … More →

Lots of New Yorkers have ideas of how to make NYC & Brooklyn greener & more sustainable.  Now, the City has introduced a website to help turn those ideas into action. Change by Us NYC is the City’s new social … More →

With all the heat we’re up under, any cool thought or gentle wind is a relief.  So the world premiere of ‘ZEPHYR’ (n. a soft or gentle breeze) sounds like a perfect way to get blown away… ‘ZEPHYR’ is a … More →

One of Green in BKLYN’s customers heads up a wonderful organization (Little Essentials) here in the neighborhood… Little Essentials is a Fort Greene community-based organization that provides free baby & toddler clothing, furniture & other essential items to Brooklyn families … More →