GreenSmart’s Laptop/Netbook Case Giveaway
Tech fashion is a hot topic lately because we have so much of it, and storing our gadget goodies in a weakly padded and smelly, toxic case just doesn’t fit in with an eco lifestyle.
Thankfully, the founders of GreenSmart found a way to solve all our problems with their full line of bags, accessories and laptop and netbook cases (also made from a water based material called Neogreene (cute right?) Neogreene remarkably compares to the feel of neoprene but with 25 percent less petroleum used, 25 percent less energy and the elimination of common toxic solvent adhesives found in neoprene. The company says that on the corner of each of their new Bottles 2 Bags backpacks and messenger bags, there’s a badge stitched in, indicating the number of (16 ounce) recycled plastic bottles that went into making it.
Not only are the cases strong and durable, but they come waterproof and thermally resistant to the little heater your laptop or Netbook can become.
Founders Tom Larsen and Debbie Williams are passionate about their products as much as their employees, and have implemented ethical social practices for GreenSmart including their product materials as well as manufacturing practices.
“As the specifiers of everything that goes into every product we made, we chose to hold ourselves accountable for the actions of our suppliers working on our behalf and for the consumers who did not know any better when they purchased our products. That was 2006. From that period forward we began the transformational process of replacing product materials with eco-conscious materials, teaching our retail customers about the materials, phasing out existing products and materials. What we did was nothing short of a do-over. Within 30 months, we had converted our supply chain to greener processes, greener materials and greener thinking.”
We at EcoSalon are especially impressed by the fabrics used for the GreenSmart “Bottles 2 Bags” which are derived from 100 percent post-consumer recycled plastic bottles, and the fact that they “bumped up the aesthetics,” to match their environmental commitment, which includes donating 10 percent of their profits to the World Wildlife Fund and other groups – not to mention naming all their gear after endangered animals.
This case above is the Akepa, named after the rare Maui Akepa, a small yellow bird that was once abundant in many Hawaiian islands.
Do you like it? Do you want to be like the Akepa bird hiding in the branches illustrated on this case?
Then you should leave a comment below and try your luck at winning. And if you do win, you get to choose between a laptop or Netbook case in any color. Sound fair?
Then get to it!
(Legalese: contest rules and FTC compliance.)
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Its perfect! Thanks for the entry; I sure could use this. n
wow- this is awesome! I could certainly use this! Thanks for this splendid giveaway
Awesome to see another company going green. Time to eliminate humanity’s exterminating ways!!!
However much we move towards a greener economy, we are still exhausting nature. If we really want to go green, it’s time we sacrifice some of our extravaganza.
awesome product from GreenSmart! I hope i can win it to ‘clothe’ my new laptop =D
That’s just very great!
It’s nice to see that we cab reuse and at the same time keep clean our Earth. It’s great to know that there are still people which think about it and act!
Carry on!
Congratulations to Joann L for winning the Greensmart giveaway! Joann gets to pick what color and type of case she wants now.
Lucky.
Alright, thanks to Naya Shoes for the next giveaway which includes a $285 gift card towards a pair of vegan shoes or boots (your choice)-hop to it!
http://ecosalon.com/naya-shoes-giveaway/
Good luck!
I love that it’s environmentally friendly..looks so nice and would love to win it!
Thanks for the chance!
ajoebloe(at)gmail(dot)com
Very cool & trendy! Love it…..
This is nothing but cool, and I love it that this company forging ahead with “green” alternatives. I HATE those little plastic water bottles…
Love that purple one. Too bad the backpacks are so pricey.
Owning one of these beautiful covers will make up in part for the thousands of plastic water bottles I bought and drank empty before I understood the damage plastic does to our planet. Even biodegradable plastic doesn’t do it. Now I have a water filter and I drink tap water. I give you a hearty thumbs up for the effort you are making to recycle everyone’s waste and preserve the environment.
i like this website! and i love the idea of these products!
These are perfect — the way of the future to make eco friendly products that are cool enough even for those who don’t “get it” yet. I love these and need a sleeve and a bag for BOTH of my computers!
So great to see things getting recycled into awesome items. Love it!
This computer sleeve is green, chic and happy. If I were so fortunate to win one, I’d even go through airport security w sleeved laptop and a smile, singing and humming a song……..Greensleeves, of course.
Purrty:)
green and protective? perfect.
pick me please… i could really use a nice laptop sleeve.
my laptop is screaming for a sleeve…..and so am I
<3 it!!
Love the fact that their laptop sleeves are insulated; my laptop gets incredibly hot, and most sleeves don’t help. Plus, their designs are amazing, and it’s pretty cool that they put their money where their mouth is when it comes to endangered species — 10 percent of each item, on top of their company-wide initiatives, is a great commitment.
I love it when you can be cool, fashionable, and not wreck the environment. And the case is thoughtfully designed with a zipper all the way around. With my current case I have to shove the laptop in the case.
This is very cool! We totally would love this for our traveling laptop!
That’s fantastic! I never actually thought about how non eco-friendly computer accessories are, in addition to the computer itself. But it’s good to know that there are people out there who are quicker on the uptake than I.
All the super cute with less guilt! Amazing! I love green tech!
There’s nothing better than “green” products, using recycled materials. I would love to sport one of these jewels on my traveling laptop and tell all of my friends all about it! As a matter of fact, I’m going to be telling them about it now! I love the name and the reason that name was chosen! Thank you for this wonderful opportunity to try to win this item and for making eco friendly products for us “green” consumers!
As I was reading the article, my mind kept getting blown by how utterly amazing this company is. This world needs more companies like them!!
It’s chic, it’s smart, and it calculated in all the important factors- how it’s made, what it’s made from, and how long it will last. Beyond the donating and consideration for the environment, the catchy names and cute details sold me!
Really awesome bag would love to use it
It’s nice that the products are eco-friendly, and that the company is dedicated to following through on its promises. I love how these products also help spread awareness about endangered animals. Keep pluggin’.
Really cool stuff. Nice to see a company that actually sticks to their principles.
I love the little bird its named after! and i love the grape color!
I love how their products tell how many bottles were used to create each piece and that they donate money to such a fantastic cause!! This is truly a company to stand behind! Thank you for bringing them to our attention.