These links jump to outside sites for further information and assistance for locating environmetally related agencies, products, services, and networks. Links do not constitute an endorsement by the Women's Division of the information on other web sites. External web sites offer us diverse perspectives and information that may not be readily available in other media. They also can be helpful as we try to work for environmental justice and uphold United Methodist positions and stances in regards to our environmentally and socially just behaviors. The Women's Division encourages you to critically analyze the issues and information in external links and web sites.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Regional Offices
State and Local Environmental Agencies
Asian Pacific Environmental Network
Center for Health, Environment and Justice (e-mail)
Children's Environmental Health Network
Farmworker Network for Economic
and Environmental Justice
815 South Park Avenue
Apopka, FL 37203
(407) 886-5151
Indigenous Environmental Network
National Coalition for Health
and Environmental Justice
860 Pine Grove Avenue
Traverse City, MI 49686
(616) 933-0121
Northeast Environmental Justice Network
Southern Organizing Committee for Economic and Social Justice
Southwest Network for Environmental and Economic Justice (e-mail)
Women's Environment and Development Organization (WEDO)
American Hotel and Motel Association - Provides practical guides for going "green" such as "Green Rooms in the Lodging Industry", "Recycling and Source Reduction for the Lodging Industry", "Environmental Action Pack for Hotels". Excellent resource library on environmental practices and trends in the industry.
Chlorine Free Products Association - Friendly staff will answer questions about environmental issues related to chlorine use and help you locate chlorine-free product manufacturers and distributors.
Green Hotels Association - Helps locate environmentally responsible properties and provides information on environmental responsibility to member properties and planners. Web site lists member hotels and offers a meeting planner’s questionnaire that can be downloaded.
HVS Eco Services - A subsidiary of Hospitality Valuation Services. Provides environmental audits and consultation for hotel properties. Provides "Ecotel" designation and directory for travelers. In the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom. Offices in New York, San Francisco, Miami, and Denver.
Sustainable Development Corporation - Consulting company, published complete source guide for "greening" offices and other kinds of buildings; includes product information.
University of Florida, Florida Energy Service at University of Fla.- Gainesville
Co-op America's Green Pages - extensive listing of companies providing socially, environmentally, and economically just products and services.
Alternatives for Simple Living - Resources for responsible living and celebrating. Mainly books, videos, and handbooks to encourage environmental and social justice from a faith-based perspective of simplicity, compassion, and justice. Some resources, such as their "Wedding Alternatives Packet," are also available in Spanish. Free catalogue from: 3617 Old Lakeport Road, PO Box 2857, Sioux City, Iowa 51106. 1-800-821-6153.
Corazon (formerly "Pueblo to People") - Clothing, jewelry, housewares, and foods from Latin American "fair trade" company, made from all natural or recycled materials. Free catalogue from: 4809 Montrose Blvd., Houston, TX 77006. 713-526-6591.
Ganados del Valle - Cooperative in Northwestern New Mexico engaging in sheep, wool, and traditional Mexican-American handicraft production. This project was created to help preserve and strengthen a low-income rural community in a way that respects local culture and the environment. Products available via mail order. For free catalogue: PO Box 118, Los Ojos, NM 87551. 505-588-7896. Fax: 505-588-9514.
Harlem Textile Works - Designs and makes hand-printed items such as T-shirts, banners, tablecloths, totes, paper bags, aprons, posters. Has ready-to-purchase items and will contract to do special orders for special events. This African-American studio provides internships and jobs to local residents. Contact: 186 East 122 Street, New York, NY 10035. 212-534-3377.
Harmony - Formerly known as "Seventh Generation." Emphasis on low-environmental-impact household products such as cleaners, paper products, and light bulbs, as well as garden supplies, clothing, and gift items. Their chlorine-free recycled paper products also are found in some U.S. food stores. Free mail order catalogue from: 360 Interlocken Boulevard, Suite 300, Broomfield, CO 80021. 1-800-869-3446. Fax: 1-800-456-1139.
National Green Pages - Comprehensive listing of environmentally and socially responsible U.S. companies providing a wide range of goods and services. Organized just like a "yellow pages" directory, with contact information and brief description. You can find everything from organic chocolate, energy-efficient light bulbs, and specialized water filters, to responsible tourism travel agencies and environmentally aware architects. Hard copy costs $5 or is free with Co-Op America membership. Available free on the Web. For information, contact: Coop America, 1612 K Street, NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20006. 202-872-5307. Fax: 202-331-8166.
The Natural Choice - Wide selection of environmentally friendly products from gift items such as candles, note cards, clothing, cosmetics, and gift wrap, to house paints and varnishes, gardening equipment, and organic seeds. Free catalogue from: Eco Design Company, 1365 Rufina Circle, Santa Fe, NM 87505. 505-438-3448. Fax: 505-438-0199.
Real Goods Trading Cooperative - Mail-order environmental products with a strong emphasis on energy-saving and alternative energy products. Also sell books, clothing, household items, etc. Provides training on environmentally sound construction of buildings and homes, energy systems, etc. Its model solar living center in California can be toured. Free catalogue from: 555 Leslie Street, Ukiah, CA 95482-5507. 1-800-762-7325 Fax: 707-468-9486.
Reflections Organic - Organically grown cotton clothing, baby products, and bed and bath linens. Colored items use low-impact dyes. May be able to negotiate special bulk purchase of things like tote-bags and t-shirts for events. Free catalogue from: 45509 S.E. 150th Street, North Bend, WA 98045-1999. 1-800-852-9273. Fax: 425-888-5784.
SERRV International - Sells handicrafts from around the world in stores and via mail order. Begun almost 50 years ago by the Church of the Brethern, SERRV is a leader in the "fair trade" movement. SERRV works to promote social and economic progress in the countries in which it sources products. Free catalogue from: 500 Main Street, PO Box 365, New Windsor, MD 21776. 1-800-423-0071. Fax: 410-635-8774.
Shopping for a Better World - This is an easy-to-use guide for socially responsible shopping. Organized by product and company. Rates manufacturers and service providers by: 13 areas of environmental performance; charitable giving; three areas of community impact; women’s and racial-ethnic advancement in the firm; family benefits; quality of workplace; public disclosure of information. $14.00 Produced by The Council on Economic Priorities, 30 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003. 212-420-1133. Fax: 212-420-0988.
Thanksgiving Coffee - Family-owned and run company known for being part of the "fair trade" movement. Emphasizes fair pay and improving the welfare of people who pick coffee around the world and encouraging environmentally sound growing practices, including organics. Also sells tea. Products can be purchased mail order and in some food coops and health food stores. Free catalogue from: PO Box 1918, Fort Bragg, CA 95437. 1-800-648-6491.