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Simple Green has always been a “green” cleaning product. In today’s earth-conscious environment however, consumers are looking for not only green, but natural. And there is a difference. Simple Green has been working on this bold new innovation for several years.

Our new line of products is 100% naturally derived. That means no dyes, no artificial fragrances, and no synthetic or petroleum-derived ingredients. The ingredients in Simple Green Naturals come from bio-organics: chicory, coconut, corn, palm, naturally occurring minerals, salt and sugar, and water. Nothing else.

The scents in Simple Green Naturals are IFRA compliant and made of 100% natural essential oils and plant extracts.

Simple Green Naturals will be packaged in 100% recyclable PETE plastic, the most recycled plastic in North America. The labels will be printed with soy-based inks. Green on the inside. Green on the outside.

Simple Green Naturals are safe and effective products that offer:

      •  Zero Synthetic Ingredients
      •  Zero Petroleum-Derived Ingredients
      •  100% Sustainable Ingredient Sources
      •  Non-Toxic Formulations
      •  Biodegradable Formulations
      •  No Animal Testing
      •  Full ingredient disclosure
      •  International scientifically-accepted ingredient names
      •  Zero Synthetic Fragrances
      •  100% Recyclable Bottles with 25%+ Post-Consumer Content,
          printed with Soy Inks

For more good green facts about Simple Green Naturals, look for our 100% disclosure of ingredients on our label and see the green clean difference between our products and others.

Simple Green Naturals Available July 2008

The Simple Green Team takes on an Eco-Challenge and shares the results of the bright green eco-actions & changes they have made.

In July of 2007 we invited our employees to participate in a contest challenging them to write goals, implement lasting change and measure successes. All actions were to be based upon creating a more healthful and environmentally conscious life for themselves and those around them.

As a whole, the participants from Simple Green cumulatively accomplished the following:

      •  11,563 bottles & bags collected
      •  130,325 gallons of water saved
      •  8,989 kilowatts saved
      •  23,308 pounds of trash collected
      •  1,890.60 gallons of gasoline saved
      •  1,477 hours volunteered
      •  250 pounds lost

Simple changes can have big impact, especially when we look at the cumulative results. Our company is pleased to report that those who rolled up their sleeves for this challenge truly achieved their goals with lasting change and benefits. These changes affected our employees personally, and will have a lasting impact on their families, their communities and for our planet.

Simple Green would like to challenge you to create your own personal Eco-Challenge today!

Three cheers for Mom!
May is for Mothers. Here are some fresh and healthy ideas to celebrate Mom and to make her month merry:

1. Schedule a weekly time to share in a healthy activity with your mom. Exercise is a simple action from which we can all benefit, and the shared time will certainly make her smile.

2. Replace your mom’s cleaning supplies with safe, green solutions made by Simple Green. Our Product Family is over 20 products strong with a safe and effective solution to all of her cleaning needs. The positive impact on her home, health and the environment will be a gift that will continue to give beyond the month of May.

3. Offer to help mom begin to green her home. Create a plan that will reduce her energy use including making simple necessary changes such as thermostat control, switching out regular light bulbs to energy saving options, and encouraging her to unplug appliances while not in use. Additionally, assess possible needs for appliance replacement and provide information about energy efficient options for such.

4. Put a recycling system in place for mom. Provide a separate bin and post a list of items that can be recycled including what to do to make the recycling effective, such as rinsing out items or removing caps and lids.

For more everyday applicable suggestions for eco-living visit our Simple Tips Archive.

Happy Mothers Day to you and yours!

Look forward to June’s issue of SG Living featuring how to Summer-ize your home and eco-travel options for your summer vacation planning.

Cleaning Tip #2- Wash Your Pets & Pet Areas:
Simple Green All Purpose Cleaner is great for cleaning and deodorizing pet areas. A 1:10 solution of Simple Green and water is recommended for concrete dog runs and other pet areas. Simple Green is also safe and effective on man made materials and indoor/outdoor carpet. Just apply solution with a pump sprayer if possible, scrub with a push broom or soft bristle brush, and rinse out into the surrounding soil. Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner is safe and effective to bathe a stinky, dirty dog or horse. It is not something that you want to do to often, as it can be drying to the skin if used too often or not rinsed well. Simple Green All Purpose Cleaner is effective on skunk spray, can be used as a deodorizer when your dog rolls in something rotten, effectively cleans manure stains on your light colored horse, and will also help to repel fleas and flies. Just wet your dog or horse thoroughly, apply a 1:10 solution of Simple Green and water with a large sponge, (1:30 can be used if your animal is not terribly dirty or stinky) scrub well and rinse very thoroughly. Be sure to rinse until the water runs clear. Also be sure to steer clear of your pets’ eyes, as Simple Green can sting and irritate eyes. Additionally, applying a coat conditioner after washing (just like you use hair conditioner) can keep your pets’ hair and skin from drying out and give them that sleek, silky, and shiny look.