Today’s mobile phone users are able to find a wide variety of life simplifying applications available directly through a smartphone. For green living android users or those seeking to become more environmentally conscious-there are countless mobile apps available to ease users into green living. Which environmental themed apps are worth downloading? There are five great green, environmental apps for Android smartphone users that are simple to use, loaded with resources and free.
MyRecycleList. MyRecycleList, from 1800Recycling.com is one of the best recycling facility locator apps available. The app uses the android phone’s GPS data to make local recycling center suggestions based on the category of material requiring recycling. The app is excellent in helping users locate recyclers for difficult items such as electronics or hazardous materials. MyRecycleList is a free app available through the Android Marketplace and is also available for Apple devices.
Locavore. What types of fruits and vegetables are seasonally available in a given area? The Locavore app for Android users, helps determine not only what fruits and vegetables are currently available–but where that seasonal produce is available locally, as well as recipe ideas using the item. The app uses the power and resources of Local Dirt to help buyers and sellers of local produce connect. Locavore is also a free app available through the Android Marketplace and is also available for Apple devices.
GoodGuide. Is a product healthy, safe or suitable for the environment? With a simple bar code scan or search, the GoodGuide app quickly and easily returns a range of product details. The GoodGuide allows users to compare product risks and benefits, quickly and easily, even while shopping. The GoodGuide list covers thousands of products, and can be customized to return personalized product recommendations and create shopping lists. GoodGuide is available free through the Android Marketplace and is also available for Apple devices.
Light Bulb Finder. Wondering which light bulb is the best, most energy efficient choice for your home or business? The Light Bulb Finder app won the Best Overall award in the 2011 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Apps for the Environment application design contest. The free Light Bulb finder app, available through the Android Marketplace and for Apple devices, allows users to search and compare light bulbs for various usages and needs–and make informed environmentally conscious lighting selections.
EcoBuzz. The EcoBuzz widget allows users to stay up to date on the latest environmental news, developments, issues and green products. The widget allows users to share environmental news and green finds easily with friends directly through the phone’s address book. The EcoBuzz app pulls environmentally related material from a variety of sources, so there is always a mix of article sources and types offered. The free EcoBuzz app is available from the Android Marketplace and for Apple devices.