Announcing Project571, Eco-Friendly Collegiate Apparel
Project571 Announces the First All Eco-Friendly Collegiate Apparel
Web Based Midwestern company introduces stylish “green” clothing for all your favorite universities
CHICAGO — August 3, 2009 —Project571 announces the first line of collegiate apparel made with all eco-friendly materials using fair trade practices. Today, after being at the center of the ecology movement, colleges and universities all over the country are being graded on their own carbon footprints, their use of sustainable resources and adherence to fair trade practices. Project571 (five oceans, seven continents, one world), a new Midwestern company, wants to help with collegiate clothing that is trendy, fashionable, fair and earth-friendly.
All of Project571’s products are made from organic cotton, recycled polyester, naturally occurring rayon or a combination, printed with environmentally friendly inks, and manufactured by Fair Trade certified wholesalers whose workers are treated and compensated fairly for their work. The result is collegiate clothing that’s superior in every way – soft, stylish and safe.
“People love the idea of going green. There’s no reason why they can’t help support the environment and their favorite university at the same time,” said Michael Wheeler, president of Project571. “Our research showed us that students, fans and alumni were more than ready for eco-friendly collegiate apparel,” he continued, “but they wanted the apparel to be stylish and comfortable, not just organic. We also found that fans didn’t necessarily want to wear some sort of ‘eco-symbol’ alongside their school logo. The continued search of clothing that’s comfortable, stylish and eco-friendly — that’s what we’re bringing to the table.”
Project571 is clearly on to something. In just ten months more than seventeen major universities and colleges have licensed their clothing; and more are signing up every month. “We’re excited by the reception we’ve received,” says Nathan Dean, vice president of operations, “but we’re even more excited by the chance to do something good for people and the planet.”
As soon as they see and touch it, people understand that premium organic cotton looks and feels better than conventionally grown cotton, but they may not know that it’s better for them as well. Here are the facts: Conventionally grown cotton accounts for more than 25% of worldwide insecticide use and 10% of the pesticides. Pesticides used on cotton are among the most hazardous and can cause cancer, headaches and other health problems especially in infants and young children. They also wash into the soil and eventually make their water into our water supply. That’s why using products like organic cotton, recycled polyester and naturally occurring rayon is so important for our health and our world.
All of Project571’s eco-friendly products feature the officially licensed emblems and colors for the colleges and universities they represent. They’re available on-line at http://www.project571.com so students, parents, alumni and supporters can support their schools, no matter where they’re living.
About Project 571
Founded in 2008, Project571 (five oceans, seven continents, one world) is proud to be the first all eco-friendly collegiate apparel company. We give students, fans, faculty, and alumni the option to show their support for the environment while supporting their favorite university. The people of Project571 believe that educating people on the effects of climate change and what can be done in our daily lives to reduce our carbon footprint begins in our grade schools, our high schools, and in our universities.
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For more information, press only:
(PR Nathan Dean), (312-636-0322), (Nathan@eleadresources.com)
For more information on Project571:
http://www.project571.com
Project571 adds Michigan, Illinois, Northwestern and Ohio State
Project571 has added Michigan, Illinois, Northwestern and Ohio State to the arsenal of organic college apparel.
For organic Michigan Wolverines tshirts and college apparel click the link…
For organic Illinois Fighting Illini tshirts and college apparel click the link…
For organic Ohio State tshirts and college apparel click the link…
For organic Northwestern Wildcat tshirts and college apparel click the link…
Project571, Organic Collegiate and Alternative Apparel
Project571 offers two types of Organic Apparel, Collegiate and Alternative. All of the products we sell are made form organic cotton, bamboo, or recycled polyester. We start with a super soft comfortable apparel and end up with a vintage look and stylish fit.
P571 is the first and only company to bring organics into the Collegiate Apparel market. We design organic t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and sweatpants for a number of major universities. Educating young people on the effects of global warming is priority number one. P571 allows students, fans and alumni to express their support for the environment as well as their favorite universities by wearing organic collegiate apparel. Project571 is proud to give students and alumni that option.
Our Organic Alternative line is equally unique. We design our alternative line with nature and fashion in mind. This unique hybrid of style and sustainability is what makes our alternative line so unique. All of the alternative clothing is made from high end organics material with a super soft feel and a trendy fit.
Project517 nearing launch of Organic Michigan State Apparel
Project571 will soon launch its new Organic Michigan State Apparel page. These vintage soft t-shirts are made entirely from organically grown cotton and environmentally friendly water based inks. Visit our page at http://www.project571.com/organic_michigan_state_apparel.html today to learn more.
Hanging Your Clothes
Wire hangers are something no one thinks about very often, but the are expensive to make and are often thrown away after only one use. Plastic hangers are even worse, especially for the environment. Luckily today we have a choice. EcoHangers are a new product made from 100% recycled paper and are 100% recyclable. No new trees are used in making them. Unlike wire hangers, EcoHangers are made from a renewable resource. One that is not depleted when used by people. In addition, unlike the cheap wire hangers made outside of the United States in low wage factories, EcoHangers are made in EPA regulated plants here in the USA. And those plants conform to OSHA and EPA carbon emission standards as well as wastewater discharge standards.
To learn more or purchase EcoHangers for your home visit www.hangernetwork.com.
THE FACTS
Eco Hangers are a new product made from 100% recycled paper and are 100% recyclable.
Eco Chic
Living an eco-friendly lifestyle has become chic. Not so long ago, environmental awareness was left almost exclusively to the experts or the eccentrics. However, now a more environmental friendly approach to life is something people are realizing is necessary. As the harmful effects of consumerism and mass-production become increasingly apparent, many of us are becoming aware of the bonuses of living in tune with nature rather than against it. No longer the domain of the ‘brown rice and sandals’ brigade, eco-consciousness means knowing that you don’t have to sacrifice taste or style to look after your body and the environment.
SWISHING
http://www.swishing.org/you_swish/
Now swapping instead of shopping is so hot that it even has its own name: “swishing“. That’s the name given to swap parties by one organizer who says that she is reaching out to the many women who are “passionately committed to saving the planet, but don’t want to do it in bad clothes”.
The rules of swishing:
• Every guest must bring at least one clean item of clothing or an accessory to the swishing party
• Before the opening of the swish, everyone’s items must be on show
• Everyone has about an hour (depending on how big a swish) to look through all the goodies
• During this time, no items may be claimed
• Everyone is given a five minute warning before the official opening of the swish
• As soon as the swish is declared open, everyone may take what they want
• Remember, you may have brought just one item, but you can leave with as many as you want!
THE FACTS
Dress Naturally
The days of faded synthetic fabrics are a thing of the past. Today’s green movement has brought forth a new consciousness for how fibers are grown and manufactured. Organic cotton and natural fibers are replacing traditional fabrics and synthetic fibers. Just as concern over the harmful effects of insecticides and pesticides in our food supply has given rise to the demand for organic produce and vegetables, concern over the high use of insecticides and pesticides in growing cotton and other natural fibers has given rise to demand for organic cottons and garments free of these and other poisons and carcinogens.
Visit Project571 for organically echo chic clothing.
Are you aware that:
- Conventionally grown cotton accounts for more than 25% of worldwide insecticide use and 10% of the pesticides. Pesticides used on cotton are among the most hazardous.
- Children are at greater risk for pesticide-related health problems than adults. Millions of children in the US receive up to 35% of their estimated lifetime dose of some carcinogenic pesticides by age five through food, contaminated drinking water, household use, and pesticide drift.
- It takes one pound of chemical fertilizers and pesticides to conventionally grow the three pounds of cotton needed to make a T-shirt and a pair of jeans.
- Farm workers working in conventionally grown cotton fields in the US and around the world suffer from an abundance of toxic exposures and related health problems. Pesticides used on cotton cause acute poisonings and chronic illness to farm workers worldwide. Acute respiratory symptoms and other health effects in communities surrounding cotton farms are correlated with high use of defoliation chemicals.
ORGANIC COTTON
Organic cotton is important for the future of our world. Besides the quality-of-life benefits from organic cotton, the quality of clothing produced from organic cotton is also substantially higher. Organic cotton plants produce longer-stable cotton fibers which yield stronger yarn and more durable fabrics. Pesticide-free long-stable cotton also feels softer and more breathable and luxurious against the skin.
HEMP
Hemp has many excellent properties and is being found more and more in quality garments. Hemp is the most environmentally positive crop, actually improving the condition of the soil. It requires no herbicides and is naturally resistant to insects, fungus, and other pests. Hemp has been in use since 770 AD. Since that time, it has been used to make everything from rope to clothing, to paper. As a fabric, hemp filters UV light, so your skin is protected. It resists bacterial growth, so you won’t smell, again, no guarantees about your personal habits, but we’re not adding to the cause. Hemp has four times the strength of cotton so it won’t weaken when washed. A step away from cotton, the drape and hang of hemp has been compared to linen. Like a baseball glove you’ve had for ten years, hemp fabric becomes softer with use. Hemp also absorbs moisture quickly, keeping your body dry. Being one of the most durable fibers on earth, hemp isn’t going anywhere for a long time, except out of our narrow-minded country.
BAMBOO
Bamboo fabric is made from the fibers of bamboo grass, and is softer and more sustainable than cotton. Because it grows so fast - up to one foot every 24 hours - it is one of the most renewable resources on the planet. It also produces 30% more oxygen than a hard wood forest on the same amount of land. Used in everything from flooring and construction to bed sheets, bamboo is quickly becoming a popular choice for environmentally conscious people around the globe.
ORGANIC WOOL
Conventional wool is dipped in pesticides and then a chemical bath to remove lanolin. Luckily there’s such a thing as organic wool from organic sheep farmers. Organic sheep farmers must maintain pastures without chemical fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides, and sheep feed must be certified organic, sans antibiotics or hormones. Organic wool is a warm beautiful fabric and has natural antimicrobial properties. Another benefit of wool is that sheep re-grow wool at an incredible rate, up to 40 pounds a year each! Sheering sheep keeps them healthy and clean while providing plentiful wool for clothing. So no harm no foul!
RECYCLED POLYESTER
Recycled Polyester is a polyester that has been manufactured by using previously used polyester items. In the clothing world, recycled polyester clothes can be created from used clothes. Polyester is still a synthetic fabric, so it’s not going to be as organic as plant fibers such as hemp, bamboo, ramie etc. Traditional polyester has potential health hazards and environmental issues that make it a lot less eco-friendly than it could be. A relatively new brand of polyester called Eco-Intelligent® Polyester (launched in 2001) aims to overcome the health hazards and environmental issues inherent in traditional polyester.
THE FACTS
Conventionally grown cotton accounts for more than 25% of worldwide insecticide use and 10% of the pesticides. Pesticides used on cotton are among the most hazardous.