Eco Elly’s

I just heard about Better World.com about five minutes ago. It’s a source for buying used books (and when the library isn’t good enough, used is next best). Additionally they donate money to literacy programs, are a carbon neutral company, and seem downright good for the planet and the people on it. Surely the obscure books I’m interested in wouldn’t be available right? I’m happy to be wrong. I checked for three books on my wish list (which are pretty random…not sure one of them is even in print anymore) and 2 out of 3 were available. I’d say that’s pretty darn impressive. That got me thinking that the popular book selection would leave potential customers disappointed. However The da Vinci Code, Harry Potter 6, and and the newest Michael Crichton book, Next, were all available used. When a used copy of a book isn’t available you can purchase a new one, so it’s important to pay attention if you’re looking to go the eco-friendlier path. All in all it seems like a good service and an ethical business. I’ll refrain from assigning a grade since I haven’t made an order yet (maybe when we’re less broke). But I’m very optimistic. via: Treehugger, via Planet Green