Blue Planet Green Events
Shumaker, D. (2013, April 29). Babble. Retrieved on June 10, 2013 from: http://www.babble.com/entertainment/green-celebrities-20-of-our-favorite-eco-friendly-celebs/ed-begley-jr/
Okay, now it is time to take a look at America's obsession: Celebrities. We all know your guilty pleasure is searching the web what your favorite celebrities are up to, so let's see what kind of influence they are having on the green front. According to the article, "Some of them [celebrities] are actually thinking about saving the planet more that you realize." The article dives into a list of 20 celebs are working towards the betterment of planet earth and what they have been cooking up behind the scenes. So here is a little synopsis:
#1 John Travolta and wife Kelly Preston: After hurricane Katrina Travolta took a flight over on his jet to deliver supplies including a tetanus vaccine to victims of the tragedy. I think the couple did a noble thing responding to the hurricane with help, but it wasn't a very eco-friendly approach. But A+ in doing a great thing for the people of Baton Rouge and New Orleans.
#2 Jessica Alba: Alba co-founded a company named, Honest Company. Their mission statement is all about creating a product without negative implications affecting the planet. The company believes in protection of earth and the little people. I hope they stand up to their wonderful mission statement!
#3 Emma Watson: Just when you think Emma Watson can't get any better she does, and in our department too! She created an eco-friendly fashion line called, Pure Threads. The line draws inspiration from the hippie-friendly 60s and 70s.
#4 Will.I.Am: The musician recently stated, "I'm on a mission to educate and inspire consumers around the globe to seek out more sustainable lifestyle choices that will ultimately play a part in the movement toward a world with zero waste." Well said Will.I.Am. Plus, partnering up with internationally known Coca-Cola will help spread his brand (Ekocycle's) mission.
#5 Jon Bon Jovi: Rocker Bon Jovi is building affordable eco-friendly housing in urban-based ares. A great mission leaving a great footprint, thumbs up.
#6 Bruce Springsteen: Springsteen, along side of multiple other musicians, held a concert benefitting Hurricane Sandy Victims. Once again a celeb helping a desperate cause, but next time I suggest holding the concert in as much of a sustainable fashion as possible.
#7 Kevin Costner: Costner became a major investor in a company called Ocean Therapy Solutions. This company has devised a way to clean up oil spills in the ocean as eco-friendly as possible. Their method even returns the cleaned water to the ocean. Now that's what I'm talkin' about Costner.
#8 Robert Redford: Redford has been a long time advocate of eco-friendly practices such as green and renewable energy. Redford didn't have to jump on the bandwagon, he's driving it. Beep beep.
#9 Gisele Bundchen: Just because you are a beautiful model, living with your beautiful NFL husband, in your beautiful 22,000 square-foot-mansion doesn't mean you can't be green. During renovation, Bundchen included solar panels and a rainwater recovery system on the roof of her mansion. Simple solutions if you have the money.
#10 Woody Harrelson: According to the article, Harrelson is one of the most green Hollywood stars there is. Yep that's his, completely sustainable and recycled. Not to mention it's named "The Mothership," you. are. welcome.
#11 Leonardo Di Caprio: Little Leo created a foundation way back when to ensure a sustainable future for our planet and the planet's inhabitants. People, he can do no wrong.
#12 Drew Barrymore: Remember that classic water fountain joke from elementary school? "Hey, save some for the whales!" Well, Barrymore has starred in a movie set in Anchorage, Alaska that actually inspired the nation to do just that, save the whales. For the ladies, she has created an eco-friendly makeup like called Flower Beauty. Good news!
#13 Anne Hathaway: Luck for Blue Planet Green Events Anne Hathaway actually had a green wedding! Yay
#14 Brad Pitt: Just, duh.
#15 Cate Blanchett: Thanks to this article I have just learned a new word: "greenovating." Which is exactly what Blanchett did to her mansion. Like I previously mentioned, this concept is pricey but if funs permit, greenovating is the way to go.
#16 Matt Damon: Damon has partnered with the CamelBak company to launch an eco-friendly water bottle. All of the proceeds from this particular water bottle go to his organization which strives for more clean water systems globally. This is a great cause and an all around great effort from Damon, I strongly approve.
#17 Justin Timberlake: Timberlake went and built an eco-friendly golf course in Tennessee then won an award for it! When he "heard someone was going to take paradise and put up a parking lot [he] decided to buy paradise [himself]" I see what you did there Justin.
#18 Jessica Chastain: Jessica was voted "Sexiest Vegetarian of 2012" by PETA. Chastain sticks to her strictly vegeterian diet because she does not want to contribute to any further animal cruelty. It is always nice to see a celebrity who cares.
#19 Julianne Moore: Already one of my favorite actresses, Moore has joined forces with Moms Clean Air Force to promote anti-pollution. The group is taking big strides toward clean air for children, bumping her up even higher on my list.
#20 Ed Begley Jr.: One subject we have yet to touch on is green household cleaners and products. Not to worry, Begley Jr. has created his own line which is completely non-toxic and is made from all natural ingredients. If I have learned one thing, it is that even if a product is listed as "green" it cannot be trusted. Bedgley Jr. understands this concept, and his household line has gained my trust.
I hope you had as much fun of a time with this list as I have! Next time you go to look up juicy celebrity gossip, try to stick to the positive and avoid the negative press. What influence you expose yourself to is in your hands, whether it be positive or negative. These celebs are making a great influence in the green movement, and we are proud of them.
#12 Drew Barrymore: Remember that classic water fountain joke from elementary school? "Hey, save some for the whales!" Well, Barrymore has starred in a movie set in Anchorage, Alaska that actually inspired the nation to do just that, save the whales. For the ladies, she has created an eco-friendly makeup like called Flower Beauty. Good news!
#13 Anne Hathaway: Luck for Blue Planet Green Events Anne Hathaway actually had a green wedding! Yay
#14 Brad Pitt: Just, duh.
#15 Cate Blanchett: Thanks to this article I have just learned a new word: "greenovating." Which is exactly what Blanchett did to her mansion. Like I previously mentioned, this concept is pricey but if funs permit, greenovating is the way to go.
#16 Matt Damon: Damon has partnered with the CamelBak company to launch an eco-friendly water bottle. All of the proceeds from this particular water bottle go to his organization which strives for more clean water systems globally. This is a great cause and an all around great effort from Damon, I strongly approve.
#17 Justin Timberlake: Timberlake went and built an eco-friendly golf course in Tennessee then won an award for it! When he "heard someone was going to take paradise and put up a parking lot [he] decided to buy paradise [himself]" I see what you did there Justin.
#18 Jessica Chastain: Jessica was voted "Sexiest Vegetarian of 2012" by PETA. Chastain sticks to her strictly vegeterian diet because she does not want to contribute to any further animal cruelty. It is always nice to see a celebrity who cares.
#19 Julianne Moore: Already one of my favorite actresses, Moore has joined forces with Moms Clean Air Force to promote anti-pollution. The group is taking big strides toward clean air for children, bumping her up even higher on my list.
#20 Ed Begley Jr.: One subject we have yet to touch on is green household cleaners and products. Not to worry, Begley Jr. has created his own line which is completely non-toxic and is made from all natural ingredients. If I have learned one thing, it is that even if a product is listed as "green" it cannot be trusted. Bedgley Jr. understands this concept, and his household line has gained my trust.
I hope you had as much fun of a time with this list as I have! Next time you go to look up juicy celebrity gossip, try to stick to the positive and avoid the negative press. What influence you expose yourself to is in your hands, whether it be positive or negative. These celebs are making a great influence in the green movement, and we are proud of them.
-Jessica Howard BPGE assistant
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