Eco-Friendly Mother’s Day Gifts

Mother’s Day is quickly approaching, and with that comes all the festivities and gift-giving. Choosing a thoughtful and sustainable gift is a great way to honor all the mothers in our lives. Here are some environmentally-friendly gift ideas for this Mother’s Day season.  Shop Locally  No matter the occasion, shopping locally is always recommended. Rather…

HOBI eco-friendly laptop

New laptop is made from recycled wood, paper and reusable OEM parts

Ireland based company, iameco (read as I Am Eco), is best known for the efforts in manufacturing energy efficient, sustainable and eco-friendly computers and accessories. Their latest device, the iameco DR4 laptop, is the first genuine eco-friendly, touchscreen computer built with zero-toxic materials and is configured with impressive high-performing machinery. In collaboration with the Fraunhofer Institute…

HOBI International News of the Week 9/26-9/30

Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 9/26-9/30 Amazon issued complaint for importing refurbished phones to India The Indian Express reports Amazon India and 20 other ecommerce platforms, including eBay, Snapdeal, Olx and Quikr, were issued a showcause complaint by the India’s environment ministry for selling imported refurbished devices. Blackberry…