Green Drinks Moment!

We just caught up with Judah Press, owner of Save Some Green at 2005 Chestnut St. and leader of GreenDrinks Center City, and asked him about his favorite Green Drink Moment, consumer challenges in Philly and the Apple Martinis in his life.

1) Tell us a little about yourself and your company. My background is working with companies like Wal-Mart, so I have seen first-hand how much power the retailer, and consumer have in which products get made, and how. My company, Save Some Green, sells products which are all better for the environment in some or multiple ways: Recycled, Recyclable, Biodegradable, Compostable, Reusable, Organic, Sustainable, Low-energy, All-Natural, Non-toxic, Less-wasteful, Local – or a combination. We believe that everybody has an opportunity to affect the environment by deciding to support environmentally-conscious companies (and disassociating from companies who continue to be the root cause of environmental degradation).
2) How did you learn about GreenDrinks Delaware Valley (GD DV)? While living in New York, I had first heard about GreenDrinks, then did some research when I moved back to Philly.
3) What made you decide to start your own GD DV chapter? There were some great options around the area, but not where most people live and work. So Center City seemed like an obvious step.
4) In your view, how does GreenDrinks benefit you, your business and your local community?We are always looking for ways to get involved in the community, and it is nice to talk to our neighbors and fellow businesspeople in a laid-back setting. GreenDrinks allows people to see that there are other people out there who are not only concerned about the environment, but are willing to do something about it.
5) What challenges have you met in managing your CD DV chapter, and how did you overcome them? It is always a challenge to get people’s attention, compete with other events, and get folks out of the house. Having an email list through our store, and connecting with other organizations definitely helps.
6) As a potential "greenest city in the US", Philadelphia definitely has its setbacks. As a green resident/consumer, what are the pros/cons you see in living here? Philadelphia has a lot of concerned citizens, but it also seems to have people who do not seem to care – or are jaded by consumer culture. For instance, one of the easiest things a resident/consumer can do is switch to green energy for less than they are paying now. But people just assume that there is a catch.
7) Tell us your favorite GD DV moment so far. Seeing 25+ participants at our initial Green Drinks in Center City.
8) What improvements would you suggest to the GD DV management or organization in your area? Try to get some publicity for GreenDrinks. Invite non-profits, government, journalists, etc.
9) What would you say to someone considering attending GD DV for the first time? It is an extremely friendly crowd, and we are always excited to meet and engage with another green mind.
10) Favorite green drink? Green Apple Martini: available every third Thursday of the month at Center City GreenDrinks, for $4!

GreenDrinks DelVal Mentioned on Philly.com

Vance Lehmkuhl, vegan extraordinaire and green-writer-about-town for Philly.com, recently posted a column about January's GreenDrinks Delaware Valley event at the Standard Tap in NoLibs:

http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/earth-to-philly/Washing-it-down-at-Green-Drinks.html

Featured in the article is a podcast with Gabriel Mandujano, founder of Wash Cycle Laundry, the local company that does pick-up, wash, fold, and door-to-door laundry delivery using bicycle power power.

Look for another posting soon on Philly.com featuring an interview with William Tofffey, Principal of Effluent Synergies LLC and long-time Green Drinks supporter.

GreenDrinks

It's a new year, and it's time to announce the addtion of a sixth GreenDrinks Chapter in the greater Delaware Valley Area!

Greenable is hosting Green Drinks at theGables of Chadds Ford, PA. They welcome you to join them and fellow green, eco-friendly and environmentally conscious people every first Wednesday of the month for a drink and conversation. Bring along a new idea, a new friend and the willingness to engage in conversation.

The Gables at Chadds Ford will be offering appetizer and drink specials, and bring a business card to be entered in a prize raffle.

Green Drinks Chadds Ford
1st Wednesday of the Month 5:00pm-8:00pm
The Gables at Chadds Ford 423 Baltimore PikeChadds Ford, PA 19317 www.thegablesatchaddsford.com 610-388-7700kim@greenable.net

On another topic, run over to the Academy of Natural Sciences to attend "A Conversation on Urban Sustainability for All Communities" this Friday, January 13, 2012. Michael Nutter, Mayor of the City of Philadelphia, Izabella Teixeira, Minister of the Environment of Brazil, and Lisa Jackson, Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will be in attendance to discuss the Joint Initiative on Urban Sustainability and their priorities for investing in building greener economies and smarter, healthier, more equitable communities in Philadelphia, Rio de Janeiro, and in cities around the world. The Program runs from 9:30–11:00 am. For more information, go to http://www.ansp.org/adult-programs/environmental-programs.php#TS-2012-01-13

Next Event: Wednesday, December 7th, 2011.

Next Event: Wednesday, December 7th, 2011.
We meet the 1st Wednesday of every month at ALL the official greendrinks.delaware valley collaborative locations. Our 5 locations help connect more green communities and reduce commuting while still having a great time each month. Walk, bike, train or carpool to one of these great locations and meet some new and/or established green community, socialize, share information and build a more sustainable world together.

BREAKING NEWS
Philly Compost will be the featured guest at Earth+Bread’s GreenDrinks event on Wednesday, December 7th. A local, woman-owned business that grew from commercial pick up only and successfully expanded to residential compost collection, Philly Compost’s Lee Meinicke will be on hand to answer your questions about the state of composting in the Philadelphia area, speak on hand-on logistics training in commercial kitchens, and technical assistance for composting at all scales.

For more information, please contact Peggy at Earth + Bread at peggy@earthbreadbrewery.com

Sustainable 19125 will be joining the Standard Tap Green Drinks event on December 7th. It’ll be a great opportunity to learn more about Green Blocks, the Sustainable 19125 program that assists people in building environmentally sustainable communities. Come on out, have a drink and meet your fellow greens in the 19125 and 19134 area codes!

For more info, contact Angela Taurino, Sustainable 19125 Project Coordinator at 215.427.0350 x125 or ataurino@nkcdc.org

Hello greendrinks.delaware valley community!

Our monthly get-togethers
are always EVERY first
Wed of the month!

greendrinks.delware valley has 3 great locations

in the greater delaware valley area to help connect more
green communities and to cut down on commuting
while still having a great time each month. Check out
the locations below for the best option for you and
your friends / colleagues. Walk, bike, train, carpool...
whatever, just get yourself out to one of these great
locations and meet some new and/or established
green community.

We meet 1st Wednesdays of every month at ALL
the official greendrinks.delaware valley locations.

Here are the new official collaborative locations of
greendrinks.delaware valley:
(aka: greendrinks.philadelphia)

greendrinks Philadelphia, PA Location:
6-9pm 1st Wednesday of each Month

Standard Tap
2nd & Poplar St.
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Tel: 215 238 0630

http://www.standardtap.com
http://www.standardtap.com/map.htm

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greendrinks Cherry Hill, NJ Location:
6-9pm 1st Wednesday of each Month

PJ Whelihan's
1854 E. Marlton Pike
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Tel: 856 424 8844

http://www.pjspub.com/cherryhill/index.htm

greendrinks Cherry Hill, NJ contact:

http://www.sustainablecherryhill.org./

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greendrinks Mt. Airy, PA Location:
6-9pm 1st Wednesday of each Month

Earth Bread + Brewery
7136 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19119
Tel: 215 242 MOON(6666)

http://www.earthbreadbrewery.com/
http://www.earthbreadbrewery.com/find.html

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greendrinks West Chester, PA Location:
!! Location Now Closed - thanks for past attendance though !!
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greendrinks Media, PA Location:
!! Location Now Closed - thanks for past attendance though !!

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It's ONE big greendrinks social networking event
each 1st Wed at ANY of the locations...
so, find a location near you and bring your friends,
associates, family, and green conversations,
topics, ideas to share with everyone.
We always have a great time networking all that is green.
Thanks to all for making it so great each month!

And check out our NEW blogsite for the same
reminder (and send it to your friends!):
http://greendrinksdelawarevalley.blogspot.com/

Lot's of green topics to talk about, great LOCAL
refreshments to enjoy, and a wonderful way to
positively socialize + network.

Green Literature/Cards/Brochures/Etc UPDATE:
In attempt to go a bit more eco (and maybe
save a few trees) and make commuting + set up
at the events a bit easier...we are asking that if
you wish to offer some green business cards,
pamphlets/brochures, flyers, etc. that you can
NOW send us a PDF of your literature (3 page MAX)
that you would like to offer to others. We are working
on scanning ALL the previous literature, cards, etc.
that we used to bring to The Standard Tap and
spread out on tables. Putting this info into a simple
pdf seems like the way to go for transport reasons!
We will still (try to) have a bit of space available
to lay out any sustainable business or lifestyle info
that you all may bring > but if you could, please
just send us a pdf of your literature. Thx.
The main thing is just to relax and have a good time.

We look forward to seeing you all there
First Wednesdays @ ANY of our new locations!

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greendrinks.delaware valley TM

Think Global : Drink Local TM

'one green night a month' TM

greendrinks.delaware.valley [ at ] gmail.com

http://greendrinksdelawarevalley.blogspot.com/

http://www.greendrinks.org

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