Imoeba Eco-Friendly Ipod Case – Podcast

Eco-Friendly ipod cases from a local Vancouver company are starting to find their way into retail stores across North America.

This podcast features the two young entrepreneurs who’ve combined their passion for electronics with a passion for ‘doing the right thing’. They’ve created an ipod case that’s made primarily from scraps of leather that would otherwise end up in the landfill.

Their product is called Imoeba.

Gary Mang is Vice President of Sales, and Lawrence Leung is the CEO.

Their previous experience importing and selling electronics gave them all important access to retail outlets, but this is their first foray into ‘green’.

 

Super Green Home Challenge

Vancouver Washington is home to my sister-in-law, across the river from Portland, and the site of what could become America’s greenest home.

In a project that reminds me of friend James Glaves’ eco-shed, the idea is to construct a family residence that generates as much energy as it consumes. Easier said than done, particularly in a climate like ours… Continue reading