Back to School Supplies - College

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Terra Thread's Earth backpack is made of GOTS-certified organic cotton canvas in a Fair Trade factory in India. It has a great configuration for laptops and other school supplies. Can't decide? I'd get either this one or 8000 Kicks (next item). 

8000 Kicks' hemp backpacks are made from industrial hemp, which has been used since 8000 BC. Its properties include being anti-bacterial, needing no fertilizers and to grow, and it cleans and restores nutrients in the soil.

The Ruana 100 percent hemp backpack is handmade in Nepal. It's a perfect size for school, day outings, yoga or the gym. 

Core Hemp's Boho backpacks are made in the Himalayas of 100 percent organic Nepalese hemp. They are lightweight, have a hippy vibe and come in a variety of fun colors. 

Core The O'Neill Shoreline backpack is made with 100 cotton, with a nylon lining. The leather-like trim is imitation so this is a vegan bag. 

The Vera Bradley campus backpack is made of cotton, 50 percent of which is recycled cotton. It comes in a variety of classic motifs and rich solids.

Dorm mattresses are notoriously uncomfortable and lack support. They're also probably not made with non-toxic materials. A non-toxic  mattress topper will provide extra support to help your student sleep well. And it will also create a healthy chemical-free layer between them and the mattress supplied by the school.

Avocado has five organic non-toxic toppers to choose from, including a vegan option. All non-toxic GOLs and GOTS-certified materials. 

My Green Mattress's latex topper is made with GOLS-certified organic latex and GOTS-certified organic cotton. 

Naturepedic's lovely plush Adagio topper is chemical-free and made with certified organic latex and certified organic cotton. 

Savvy Rest offers four toppers, including two 3" options made with GOTS-certified non-toxic organic latex and cotton. 

Plush Beds has two organic GOLS-certified latex toppers to choose from. 

We are increasingly exposed to RF radiation from cell towers and antennas, wifi routers, cell phones, laptops and smart devices. Wireless radiation is linked to cancer, neurological diseases, sperm damage and reproductive damage, immune and endocrine system disruption and more.There are a lot of products offered by businesses like Defender Shield such as hollow-tube headphones, laptop shields, phone cases and pouches, clothing and blankets and blue light glasses. 

These spiral notebooks are made with 100 percent recycled paper. They come six to a pack.

These manila file folders are made of recycled paper. They come 100 to a box. 

These Post-Its are made from 100 percent recycled paper. Lots of fun colors! They have a water-based adhesive and have Amazon's Climate Pledge Friendly stamp.

Yay, a three-ring binder that isn't plastic! This binder is made of recycled kraft paper. Attractive, functional and oh so Earth-friendly.  

Amazon Aware's 100 percent organic bath towels have the Climate Pledge Friendly label, Amazon's own stamp of eco-friendliness. 

Amazon Aware has a large line of  100 percent organic bath towels that all have the Climate Pledge Friendly label, Amazon's own stamp of eco-friendliness. 

These organic cotton percale sheets are a good choice for students. Three-piece set includes two sheets and a pillowcase. Variety of colors.

These organic cotton sheets from My Green Mattress are GOTS-certified organic cotton and made in the U. S. They are 600 thread count and soft and silky. 

This delicious-looking comforter from Whisper Organics is GOTS-certified 100 percent organic cotton from India. Even the stuffing is organic cotton. No toxic poly here.  It's a soft ivory color. 

Naturepedic's natural pillow is made with certified organic cotton (the cover) and a non-toxic non-GMO sugarcane-based fill. Completely plant-based and safe and healthy for your student, or anyone else. 

This chunky organic cotton blanket is weighted for a peaceful comfortable sleep. It's hand-knit, breathable and appropriate for all seasons. Great for naps or nighttime sleeping. Machine washable

This organic cotton bathrobe from Public Goods is made with Turkish cotton and is free of toxic chemicals, including pesticides, dyes and synthetic fertilizers. Non-GMO and vegan.

This plush robe from Coyuchi is 100 percent GOTS-certified organic cotton sustainably grown and woven in Turkey. Free of toxins and other harmful chemicals. Climate Pledge Friendly. 

Cotton laundry bags are an easy way for students to schlepp their clothes to the laundry room and cotton is non-toxic and eco-friendly. Stay away from synthetic bags. They're toxic and don't last as long. 

Tru Earth laundry sheets are non-toxic, eco-friendly and much lighter than plastic jugs of liquid detergent. They're biodegradable and better for the environment and for your child. 

David's Toothpaste is a winner because it's in a metal tube, not a plastic one. Buying not-plastic toothpaste tubes is an easy way to help cut down on plastic waste. Each year 1.5 billion toothpaste tubes are thrown away, most of them plastic. It's also great toothpaste, sulphate-free, fluoride-free and vegan. 

Bite toothpaste bits are another great way to avoid buying plastic toothpaste tubes. Just pop one in your mouth. Free of fluroide, dyes and sodum lauryl sulfate. It also contains nano-hydroxyapatite, a non-toxic alternative to fluoride that everyone is raving about now.

These eco-friendly bamboo toothbrushes are completely plant--based, even the bristles, which are made from castor beans. 

Send your student to school with eco-friendly shampoo and conditioner bars instead of plastic bottles. There are so many options now, including non-toxic Liggett's, which makes both shampoo and conditioner as well as other natural items. 

Dr. Bronner's pure castile soap is made with organic oils, is vegan and curelty-free and non-GMO. Can be used for face, body, hair, even hand-washing clothes.  

This brush from the Zero Waste Store is entirely plant-based. The base and bristles are bamboo and the pad is natural rubber. Smart-looking and eco-friendly. 

Jars are a great way to store everything from lotions to paper clips. They're heavier than baggies and other plastic pouches but much better for the environment and for us. More attractive too. These 4 oz. jars are great. I have them myself.

While most sunscreens come in plastic, some of Badger's sunscreens are packaged in handy round tins. Badger uses zinc oxide as its active ingredient and it's safe for marine life, unlike most chemical sunscreens. Its ingredients are all natural and  it's  broad spectrum, meaning it protects against both UVA and UVB rays. It's cruelty-free and made in the U.S. in a solar-powered factory. This  is a carry-over from summer  favorites because you need sunscreen all year long. 

Making a single cup of coffee is easy with a ceramic filter holder that sits directly on a mug. It takes #2 filters, which can be purchased here. The ceramic is safer than plastic varieties and better for the environment.

These handy cork cable organizers will keep cables tidy and ship next to your desk. They're also great for keeping cables organized when you're traveling. Cork is vegan,  biodegradable and sustainable. They  come 4 to a pack. 

This handy metal three-tiered cart is great for stowing supplies, books, gadgets and snacks. It's a great size and tucks neatly into small spaces. 

These nifty Eco Pens are made from kraft paper with a stainless steel core. No plastic  at all. 

This handsome but earthy canvas toiletry bag is strong and durable and  made of Fair Trade organic cotton. Has a handle and a lead-free YKK zipper. 

Wearing blue light blocking glasses while looking at screens helps prevent eye damage, eye strain, headaches and sleep disturbances. These glasses from Defender Shield block 99 percent of blue light and 100 percent of UV light.

This organic vegan eco-friendly lip balm is free of palm oil and bees' wax and is made in the U.S.All ingredients are plant-based and fair trade. Packed in handy metal tins instead of plastic.   

Terra Thread's handy canvas cosmetic bag is made from 100 percent organic cotton -- great for your student, for manufacturers and farmers and for the environment. Purchases support the Feeding America campaign to end hunger. 

Every college student needs a Swiss Army Knife. I got mine in college and still have it. It's great for repairs, emergencies and standing in for missing tools and gadgets. 

The Zero Waste Starter Kit makes a wonderful gift for a college student -- or anyone. It includes great eco-friendly necessities like shampoo bars, plant-based floss, shower loofah, laundry sheets and tons more. At a super price right now, $100, which is more than 50% off. 

I love this bright little banana-colored pen and pencil case and best of all it's made of organic cotton. 

This super sophisticated backpack style purse from Tiradia is made from sustainable cork from Portugal. PETA-approved, this purse is the picture of hip eco-friendliness. 

These sleek key rings are made from cork, a natural sustainable eco-friendly material. Cork is vegan, hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, waterproof, lightweight, durable and biodegradable. Handmade in Portugal. 

No need for plastic. This eco-friendly glass water or drink bottle from Life Factory has a silicone wrap to protect it and make gripping easy. 

Cat's Studio has beautifully-designed whimsical frosted glasses depicting scenes from dozens of colleges and universities around the U.S. These all-around drink glasses make a  wonderful gift for a student or grad from a featured school. 

Sunski’s contemporary sunglasses are made from recycled post-industrial scrap plastic. And they are mailed in a cardboard box cleverly folded inside to cushion the glasses and avoid the need for additional cushioning or a protective plastic bag. The lenses are 100 percent UV protected and polarized. Sunski is a member of One Percent for the Planet, donating one percent of profits to environmental causes.

This versatile cap from Defender Shield blocks 99 percent of EMF radiation from sources like routers, cell antennas and smart devices like phones and laptops. It's a cotton and nylon blend. Hand wash only. Child and baby sizes available too. 

Defender Shield's hollow air tube EMF-Free headphones deliver acoustic, signal-free sound to your head & ears, instead of dangerous electromagnetic signals that  come with Bluetooth or even fully wired earbuds and headphones.