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Kelly Rutherford —super green star of Gossip Girl—sat down with Sprig celebrity host Jac Chebatoris to talk about her very eco-friendly lifestyle, going green on the set of her hit show and how she plans to save some cash for her next Birkin Bag. Check out the latest in energy-saving gossip here.

When thinking about action sportswear, images of hyper-athletes and daredevils often come to mind, but Pierre Andre Senizergues, CEO and founder of etnies, is adding a picture of conscientious greenies to the pantheon. Known for running one of the biggest action sports footwear and apparel brands in the world, Senizergues has just given etnies the biggest makeover of all. Read on for Sprig's interview with Senizergues.

Another player has joined the A-team of our all-time favorite sources for eco-chic furniture. Be warned: Pure by Ami McKay furniture so beautifully fuses haute design with environmental sustainability that you may feel an irrational reaction of visceral, wanton lust. See why Sprig loves this new line!

It can be hard to find eco-friendly upholstered furniture as widely available and affordably priced as the new choices at Crate & Barrel. Staying true to their reputation, this collection is for everybody from an urban-dwelling bachelor to family in the 'burbs. Ooh la la. See why we love this line at Sprig.

Bug sex! Got your attention? Model, actress and eco-filmmaker Isabella Rosellini has ours, and she told Sprig's celebrity reporter Jac Chebatoris about the making of her new environmentally engaging short films about how insects make baby insects. And the daughter of Swedish actress Ingrid Bergman and the Italian director Roberto Rossellini shares a few European insights into the green movement. See more on Sprig!

Scott Gold has eaten just about every part of a cow that you can—including some parts that don't sound very edible (blood, brains and testicles, anyone?). While researching his book The Shameless Carnivore, he also dined on squirrel, kangaroo, and rattlesnake, proving himself a meat eater of merit. Sure, card-carrying PETA members will be taken aback by his actions, but Gold's argument is that if you choose ethically-raised meats, you can eat without guilt. See Sprig's interview with Scott!

For the more than 50% of the population who describes their skin as sensitive, here's hope in a bottle: The L'Occitane Shea & Organic Cotton Skincare line (which includes a cleanser, serum, cream and mask) is made to prevent allergic reactions, calm irritation, and reduce redness. See why Sprig loves this new line!

With a wide range of businesses focused on reducing their carbon footprint through alternative energy consumption and carbon offsets, it's now possible to curb climate change by renting DVDs, booking vacations and buying books from socially responsible vendors. Read on for our shortlist!

Cosmetics companies are no longer just paying lip service to the environment: Many are now offering a growing selection of products made with natural and organic ingredients, and are opting for recyclable and biodegradable packaging. Take a look at seven companies who are making the environment a part of their cause.

Contributing to climate change tops our list of fashion dont's. Luckily, we no longer have to sacrifice style for sustainability, thanks to a new wave of trendsetting designers and retailers who are showing the world that "eco-fashion" is no longer a contradiction in terms. These ecoistas are reducing their stylish carbon footprints through alternative energy consumption and carbon-offset purchases. By supporting their businesses, we can actually do our part to fight climate change—one purchase at a time.

Unlike certain fad diets, low-carbon food plans like eating less meat and buying local produce actually promote healthy lifestyle changes that result in long-term benefits for you and the planet. And when life calls for convenience foods or a little indulgence, there are these yummy foods, below. From companies that are offsetting all or almost all of the greenhouse gases involved in producing them, these foods don't contribute to climate change.