Eco Friendly Christmas Gift Ideas

The world recognises the importance of an eco-friendly environment. We want to encourage people to save energy by making use of more solar products - at home; in a business and even on holiday.That most wonderful time of year has crept up on us and it's time to start thinking about gifts. Here's a short list of environmentally conscious presents that are eco-friendly and make for a welcome change to that pair of socks or soap on a rope.FOR TECH-FUNDI'SOne Click Power is a handy eco-friendly product and makes for a great gift too. It's essentially a computer panel that saves standby waste. The gadget automatically powers peripherals when a desktop computer or notebook is switched on or even off. Consider this: a monitor switched off overnight, as opposed to being left on standby, saves enough energy to cook six microwave dinners.. The Current Cost EnviR electricity monitor makes a good gift for energy-conscious people. It helps people to understand their energy usage as well as wastage and provide real time information of the entire house's usage, or, if you prefer, individual appliances. That way it is easy to identify which appliances are energy hungry and cut out wastage.FOR HER A paper bag pendant light makes an attractive d'ecor addition to a home. The pendant lights are great centrepieces and make an impactful eco-chic statement about energy wastage. Energy saving light bulbs can be used with eco-friendly lights for a stylish Christmas gift.FOR THE KIDS Image Credit stevenvance via FlickrKids can learn about solar energy with an education robot or kit. The Solar 6 in 1 Educational Kit is really easy to use and kids will have fun making a robot that can transform into six different solar powered toys. They can play with a solar-powered puppy, windmill, boat and other items that are sure to keep them amused.FOR HIM . If the man of the house is an iPad user, an eco iPad sleeve made with soft sustainable cork is an ideal Christmas gift, particularly if he carries that iPad wherever he goes. The soft sleeve protects the device from scratches and dirt and is made from FSC-certified cork with a fabric backing.. Recycled circuit board cufflinks will be an exciting surprise on Christmas morning, especially for men who work in IT or are interested in computers - or simply appreciate recycled fashion.FOR THE GARDEN. What about a recycled wall sundial? Green-tech advocates love the idea of recycled gifts that serve as attractive decorations and a sundial is perfect for sun worshippers and gardeners alike.Image by Rocketeer via flickr. If the garden's lacking a little night time light, what about a solar powered garden globe? Such globes blend attractive and functional lighting with modern technology and energy saving.FOR TRAVELLING Here are three items that are ideal for taking on the travels this Christmas:The FreeLoader Globetrotter kit is a mini solar panel portable charging system. It can power any hand held device, simply using the power of the sun! You will love that idea!Ever heard of brushing teeth without toothpaste? It's possible with an ionic toothbrush. The toothbrushes uses ionic power to clean teeth and has actually been proven to be more effective at removing plaque as opposed to normal brushing - no toothpaste needed.A solar powered electric shaver is fantastic for an on-the-go holiday that might just involve forgetting to charge gadgets or if access to a mains power is limited. An eco-friendly and solar powered razor means travellers can remain clean-shave, no matter where they are!Lastly, for the ultimate clean-energy Christmas gift, have a look at AVIC International Pty Ltd's range of solar energy products for a green future and eco-friendly household.Author Bio:Bill Michaels loves gizmos and gadgets. He's participated in his fair share of Science fairs, focusing on energy-sustaining solutions and devices. Bill enjoys pushing forward new innovations, often ignoring the "impossible" with sheer determination. Bills serves as head of research at a Renewable resource company.