Cool Mom Tech

Like so many moms these days, I try live in an environmentally friendly way the best I can. I recycle, I keep reusable bags in my car. And although using my smart phone is hardly an eco-friendly activity, I'm happy to see so many eco-friendly accessories and cases entering the market. Here are just a few I've handpicked for the iPhone the next time you're case shopping. Team Green! -Jeana True Bamboo For the ultimate eco-friendly statement, you can wrap your phone in this gorgeous True Bamboo case (above). Made entirely from sustainable bamboo, it's available for both the ATT and Verizon iPhone 4. ($59.95 from Boxwave) bioserie The bioserie cases are derived entirely from plants and renewable sources with no toxic materials. From a production standpoint, they consume far less petroleum and contribute minimal greenhouse gases compared to traditional plastics. (iPhone 4 cases are $34.95 from bioserie or our affiliate Amazon.com.) EcoShield That EcoShield case you're looking at used to hold someone's seltzer water. It's true--there is at least one recycled plastic bottle in every case. Pretty cool. It is made entirely from recycled plastic and the case also comes with a black metal table stand for your iPhone 4. I like the concept but wish it was offered in different colors. (ed. note: EcoShield cases are no longer available, but check out the other cases from Agent18) Innovez Biodegradable Case This case is made from a material called EcoPure, which is a biodegradable and transparent plastic. If it ends up in a landfill, it will turn into soil and not emit any harmful toxins. The Innovez line comes in a variety of bright colors for both iPhone4s and is also transparent plastic so you can show off your phone at the same time you're showing off your case. (For $34.99 at Innovez Cases or on Amazon)