eco-friendly

Sustainability and eco-friendly trends in paper and stationery

Families can be such valuable resources in life and for me, my family has been truly life changing. My grandfather's passion with printing began over 40 years ago repurposing hardcover books into paperback books. [caption... more »

Springtime Celebrations

Curate a mix of merchandise to help celebrate the environment, a new birth and late winter and springtime events such as Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day and graduation, of course! Here is a roundup... more »

Plastic-conscious Motivation

Wildlife Artists was founded in 1974 by Caroline Ward’s parents after her father travelled to Africa and “fell in love with both the land and its wildlife.” That trip was inspirational and set in motion... more »

AmericasMart connects buyers with eco-friendly products

{Sponsored} As reports about the volume of plastic and other waste in oceans continue to flood news outlets and social media feeds, more and more consumers are seeking out sustainable products. AmericasMart knows it’s essential... more »

Javits Center’s environmentally friendly roof featured by ‘CBS This Morning’

"CBS This Morning" recently featured the Jacob Javits Convention Center's environmentally friendly green roof.The Javits Center, host to 150 events a year — including NY NOW and the National Stationery Show — installed seven acres... more »

Winners of Winter 2015 Eco-Choice Awards Announced

From 30 products, three have been selected via online balloting as winners of the 11th semi-annual Eco Choice Awards, co-sponsored by GREENRetailer (Gift Shop) magazine and NY NOW, the Market for Home + Lifestyle. Two... more »

Two NY NOW Programs Highlight Eco-Friendly Products

New developments have been announced in two "green" initiatives produced by NY NOW®, the Market for Home & Lifestyle (formerly NYIGF®) to recognize exemplary eco-friendly and socially-responsible products. Six products in the summer 2013 SustainAbility:... more »

Planet Pleasing Play

Offering green toys does more than just entertain — it educatesThanks to some innovative companies and increased consumer awareness, toys and games can now be more than just fun — they can also be environmentally... more »