# Eco Forum: Uniting Sustainable Minds and Ideas

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2009/12/eco-forum-uniting-sustainable-minds-and-ideas/
- Published: 2009-12-01T21:39:31-05:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

## 🌿 Eco-Chic Networking: A Night of Green Glamour at NYC’s Eco Forum 🌟

Picture this: The crème de la crème of the eco-business world, gathered in one room,
buzzing with sustainable energy and innovative ideas. That’s exactly what went down
at the Eco Forum in New York City, and let me tell you, it was a night to remember!

### 🍽️ Setting the Scene: Rouge Tomate

Our eco-extravaganza kicked off at Rouge Tomate, nestled in the heart of Manhattan
between Madison and Fifth Avenue. This isn’t just any restaurant – it’s a beacon
of sustainable dining:

 1. Executive Chef Jeremy Bearman crafts modern American cuisine that’s as kind to 
    your taste buds as it is to Mother Earth.
 2. As a proud member of The Green Restaurant Association, [Rouge Tomate](https://greenlivingguy.com/2014/11/rouge-tomate-a-remarkable-dining-experience-in-manhattan/)
    sets the gold standard for eco-conscious dining.
 3. From energy-efficient equipment to certified woods and composting, every detail
    screams “green”!
 4. Their proprietary SPE (Sourcing, Preparing, Enhancing) guideline ensures each dish
    is a nutritional powerhouse.

![Donna DiStefano Working](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/
2011/06/donna_working-e1581486259504.jpg?resize=127%2C101&quality=52&ssl=1)

Fair Trade Jeweler Donna DiStefano

#### 👔 Networking in Eco Style

The [Go Green Expo](http://gogreenexpo.com), masterfully hosted by Bradford Rand
and Seth Berk. For they have transformed speed networking into an art form. CEOs
and executives from across the green spectrum connected, shared, and innovated in
real-time. We even spotted Whole Foods’ energy efficiency leader Mrs. Kathy Loftus!(
Psst… we’re working on snagging an interview with her, so stay tuned!)

![Donna DiStefano](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/
12/about_2.jpg?resize=160%2C227&quality=52&ssl=1)

### 💎 Donna Distefano: Redefining Eco Jewelry

Meet Donna [Distefano](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/06/donna-distefano-tapped-for-recognition-by-jewelers-that-care-at-jck/),
the maestro behind Donna Distefano Ltd. She’s not just creating jewelry; she’s crafting
a revolution:

 1. Fair Trade gemstones and [recycled precious metals](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/12/donna-distefano-recycled-precious-metals-for-great-jewlery/)?
    Check!
 2. Handcrafted in her NYC Atelier using centuries-old techniques? Double-check!
 3. Her client list? A who’s who of entertainment, sports, and fashion royalty.
 4. From the Met to the modern luxury market, Donna’s bringing eco-bling to the masses!

### 🧻 Marcal: Turning Trash into Treasure

Who knew toilet paper could be so exciting? Marcal is changing the game with 100%
recycled content:

 1.  [Junk mail](https://greenlivingguy.com/2019/02/10-simple-ways-to-make-your-home-green-2/),
    office waste, and printer scraps get a second life as TP and paper towels.
 2. It’s a win-win: less landfill waste, more trees saved!

But wait, there’s more! After some digging, we uncovered Marcal’s commitment to 
continuous improvement:

 1.  They’ve faced challenges (like that EPA lawsuit), but they’re pushing forward.
 2. 100% recycled content is their north star, even if some products are still on the
    journey.
 3. Transparency is key – we’re all about progress, not perfection!

### 🥂 The Verdict

As the night wound down (thanks for the nudge, Nicole Boyer!), one thing was clear:
the future of business is green, and it’s absolutely dazzling. From sustainable 
dining to eco-jewelry and even earth-friendly TP, innovation is blooming in every
sector.

So, here’s to the changemakers, the eco-warriors, and yes, even the toilet paper
revolutionaries. You’re not just doing business – you’re crafting a sustainable 
future, one brilliant idea at a time.

Stay green, stay gorgeous, and keep pushing those eco-boundaries! 🌍✨

#EcoForum #SustainableBusiness #GreenInnovation #EcoChic #FutureIsBright

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 The Green Living Guy, Seth Leitman is an independent power producer, a green living
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