


From December 7th-18th, Center for a New American Dream and the No Impact Project are bringing communities together to watch No Impact Man and discuss the impact of holiday spending on their lives and the environment. If you would like to host a screening, please contact us today. To find a screening near you, click here.
Thanks to all those who participated in the upcycled decoration contest! From gift bags to outdoor adornments, using materials including recycled paper and repurposed wire, these submissions captured the low-waste, full-fun spirit of the contest. Now is your chance to check out the six winners and vote on the best entry. The Grand Prize winner will receive an additional prize.
Sponsor an RPN membership for your school, church, or local government.
Whether you are a parent concerned about the cleaning products used in your child’s school, or a resident of a town that has a large fleet of automobiles, RPN can help with green purchasing information.

New Dream's traditional book of holiday tips has been updated for 2009 with all-new gift ideas, decorating suggestions, reader submissions, and ideas for reducing waste.
Sometimes you don't need to spend anything to get something meaningful: download the free (with site registration) Simplify the Holidays guide and find out how.

It's not too early to begin planning for a simple, low-stress holiday. Want to make sure you don't get caught up in the rat race this year? See our free Alternative Gift Fair guide for step-by-step instructions, or browse the section in the Simplify the Holidays part of our site.
The Responsible Purchasing Network connects purchasers with the best practices, policies, and environmentally-preferable products. ; More...
The Alternative Gift Registry lets you celebrate occasions and your values. List non-material, homemade, second-hand, and environmentally-preferable gifts all in one place. More...
The Conscious Consumer Marketplace gives you the lowdown on green product categories, companies, and tips for keeping costs low by not buying at all. More...
Help us envision what the New American Dream will look like. More...