In 2010, OMRR recycled 1.5 million pounds of mattresses, and that number only figures to steadily rise.

Wright-Treadway’s article, “Pure Chemistry,” stems from increased pressure from consumers for manufacturers to divulge their ingredients and processes, and to use safer, greener ingredients.

Urbanska has been a self-touted “simple living” guru for more than 20 years, and offers effective solutions for others to live with a lower economic base.

Travelocity’s Travel for Good program provides an extensive, worldwide list of certified green hotels, carbon offset programs and hybrid rental locations.

The Veggie Grill’s claim to fame is its healthy slant — no trans fats, no hydrogenated oils and few sugars — that doesn’t skimp on quality or taste.

Even with its recent massive growth, Honest Tea’s focus remains to “tread as lightly on the earth as it can.”

Pitney Bowes recycles nearly 20 million pounds through its facilities annually.

GM is reducing the amount of energy needed to produce its new cars, which helps the environment and cuts costs for the company and its customers.

Due to its all-natural health benefits, coconut water is now the fastest-growing nonalcoholic beverage in the U.S.

Sourcing local power is a big plus for the for DonQ, but the reduced dependence on foreign oil is a major eco-boon.