Does the arrival of the graduation season have you fretting over what gift to give your special graduate? Well worry no more! We have a list of cool, but practical gift ideas that any graduate would love, from high school grads to college grads. Each of these green gifts are easy on the environment, and will represent a special gift for the hard work and dedication that made their graduation a reality.

The Voltaic Solar Panel Backpack is equipped with solar panels designed to produce enough charge for all hand held electronics. Solar panels are embedded into the backpack producing up to 15 watts of power, which is enough to completely charge a laptop. The backpack comes with 11 standard adapters which should be compatible with most devices, including cell phones and iPods. The Voltaic Backpack is a great way to charge electronics while hiking or getting to class.

The Kindle by Amazon
With the Kindle you can take your entire library with you no matter where you go. The Kindle is a 6” wireless reading device developed by Amazon that lets you download books right to the device. There are over 275,000 books you can download from the Kindle Store as well as newspapers and magazines.

Commuter Bike
The Iron Horse is a flat-bar commuter bike and is perfect for those who want to save on gas or those who just need a reliable city bike. The Iron Horse is an expanded version of the popular Triumph 2006 model and it incorporates wider tires and a flat bar for a faster fee.

iPod Touch
You can play hours of music with the iPod Touch which is offered in 8GB, 16Gb, and 32GB models. You can do just about everything with this version of the iPod, like surf the web, play games, watch movies, get directions and more. The Touch can also accept downloads from the iTune store of games and other paid and free applications. Its advanced technologies enable iPod touch to respond to both touch and movement. It also finds wireless networks and connects you to the Internet.

Electric Start Scooter
The Vespa Scooter will get you to your destination using less emissions and less gas than any car and you won’t have to fight for a parking space either. On average the Vespa gets about 70 mpg and takes about $8 to fill the tank up. It has an automatic twist and go engine with a maximum load of 330 pounds.

Blackberry Storm
A new Blackberry Storm is a great choice for someone just leaving high school, college, or for someone entering the workforce. The Blackberry specializes in retrieving email and is equipped with internet, camera, and GPS. Most cell phone service providers offer various models of the Blackberry.

Dell Latitude D600
The Latitude D600 has a thin sleek design that makes it ideal for traveling back and forth to school or work. Dell is one brand of laptops that Greenpeace ranks highly on their list of ecofriendly electronics. The D600 offers Intel CentrinoTM Mobile Technology featuring the Pentium M processor, Intel® PRO Wireless MiniPCI card.

With spring finally at hand, it's a good time to review those electric garden tools and lawn equipment that are eco-friendly. And the great thing about electric power tools is that they are far more convenient than gas-powered equipment. They are lighter, quieter, and far more maintenance-free. So with that, here is our Buying Guide for the green gardeners out there.

Green Lawn Mowers

The most important decision you'll make is which mower to use on your lawn. A typical gas-powered lawn mower can belch enough CO2 into the atmosphere while cutting a standard lawn to equal driving 100 miles in a car. Fortunately, there are several alternatives that have a much small impact on the environment. Here they are:

Push Reel Lawn Mowers: You can't get more energy independent than with a push reel lawn mower. You not only cut your grass, but you get some good exercise at the same time. Having used a push reel as a kid (many, many years ago), my memory of this type of lawn mower is not a favorable one. As I recall, I needed about 10 of my closest friends to help me push this beast over 4 inches of grass. Today, push reel mowers have come a long way. The highest rated push reel according to Amazon is the Scotts 2000-20:

Home   Electric Lawn Mowers   Electric Lawn Tools   CFL Bulbs   Energy Star Home & Garden   Energy Star Electronics   Rechargeable Batteries   Electronics  Search All ProductsElectric Lawn MowersCFL BulbsEnergy Star Home & GardenElectronics  Advanced Search View Cart   Checkout     Location:  Home    Blog Energy Saving Gadgets Blog Related Categories •  Custom Stores Specialty Stores Electronics Features New Releases Toshiba Satellite L645D-S4036 LED TruBrite 14.0-Inch Laptop (Black) Western Digital TV Live Plus HD Media Player WDBABX0000NBK-NESN Western Digital My Book AV DVR Expander 1 TB USB 2.0/eSATA Desktop External Hard Drive WDBABT0010HBK-NESN Panasonic KX-TG6583T DECT 6.0 PLUS Link-to-Cell Bluetooth Convergence Solution with 3 Handsets Westinghouse LD-3255VX 32-Inch 720p LED HDTV, Black Acer AspireRevo AR3610-U2002 Desktop (Dark Blue) Panasonic KX-TGA651B DECT 6.0 PLUS Additional Digital Handset for the KX-TG6500 Series MAGNAVOX MDR513H/F7 HDD and DVD Recorder with Digital Tuner, Black Toshiba Mini NB255-N245 10.1-Inch Black Onyx Netbook (8 Hour Battery Life) Compaq Presario CQ62-210US Laptop PC Bestsellers Canon PIXMA MP560 Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Photo Printer (3747B002) Toshiba Satellite L655-S5065 TruBrite 15.6-Inch Laptop (Grey/Black) Canon PIXMA MX870 Wireless Office All-in-One Printer (4206B002) P3 International P4400 Kill A Watt Electricity Usage Monitor Panasonic DMP-BD65 Blu-Ray Disc Player (Black) Brother HL-2170W 23ppm Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Network Interfaces Toshiba Satellite L645D-S4036 LED TruBrite 14.0-Inch Laptop (Black) Canon PIXMA MX860 Wireless All-In-One office Printer Western Digital TV Live Plus HD Media Player WDBABX0000NBK-NESN Panasonic DMP-BD85K WiFi Enabled Blu-Ray Disc Player (Black) Most Wished For Canon PIXMA MP560 Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Photo Printer (3747B002) Canon PIXMA MX870 Wireless Office All-in-One Printer (4206B002) Panasonic DMP-BD65 Blu-Ray Disc Player (Black) ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-PU27-BK 10.1-Inch Black Netbook (Up to 14 Hours of Battery Life) Western Digital TV Live Plus HD Media Player WDBABX0000NBK-NESN Panasonic DMP-BD85K WiFi Enabled Blu-Ray Disc Player (Black) P3 International P4400 Kill A Watt Electricity Usage Monitor Samsung UN55C7000 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz 3D LED HDTV (Black) Toshiba Satellite L645D-S4036 LED TruBrite 14.0-Inch Laptop (Black) Canon CanoScan 8800F Color Film/Negative/Photo Scanner (2168B002) Welcome Welcome to the Energy Saving Gadgets' Eco Super Store Here you will find one of the largest selections of green products on the Internet. From solar flashlights to CFL bulbs to electric lawn mowers, the Eco Super Store has it all. Products are organized by category (see menu above and on the left sidebar) and by subcategory (see left sidebar). In addition, you can search for green products in the search bar above. And if you still can't find what you are looking for, contact us and we'll do everything we can to find what you are looking for. Thanks for stopping by, and if we can do anything to make your shopping experience better, please let us know. Best, Rob and Michal The Energy Saving Gadgets Team   enlarge   Rayovac Recharegable Hybrid Slim Charger with 6AA & 2 AAA Hybrid Rechargeable Batteries Included Brand: Rayovac Buy New: $22.95 as of 7/28/2010 15:42 MDT details Rating: 18 reviews Sales Rank: 32682 Category: Health and Beauty ASIN: B000PB90UA Release Date: April 10, 2007 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days enlarge   Rayovac I-C3 15 Minute Rechargeable NiMH Batteries, AA Size, 2-Count Packages (Pack of 3) Brand: Rayovac Buy New: $24.99 as of 7/28/2010 15:42 MDT details Rating: 3 reviews Sales Rank: 76056 Category: Health and Beauty ASIN: B000FKGEJ6 Release Date: May 2, 2006 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days CERTAIN CONTENT THAT APPEARS ON THIS SITE COMES FROM AMAZON SERVICES LLC. THIS CONTENT IS PROVIDED ‘AS IS’ AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR REMOVAL AT ANY TIME. Powered by Associate-O-Matic Buying Guides CFL Bulbs CFL Twist Bulbs CFL Reflector Bulbs CFL Outdoor Bulbs CFL Specialty Bulbs Rechargeable Batteries AA Batteries AAA Batteries Camera Batteries Charging Kits Power Savers Energy Saving Power Strips Energy Watt Monitors Programmable Thermostats Green Bathroom Low Flow Shower Heads Dual Flush Toilets Faucets Tankless Water Heaters Green Office Printers Scanners Copiers Fax Machines Green Consumer Electronics Eco TVs Audio & Home Theater Desktop Computers Laptop Computers Cordless Telephones LCD Monitors Subcategories Green Electronics • ENERGY STAR Electronics • Eco-Friendly Electronics Accessories • Solar-Powered Electronics • Power Conservation

Electric Lawn Mowers: The electric mower not only eliminates the need for gas, oil or tune-ups, but they are easy to start, quiet and light. The top model here is the Black & Decker CMM1200, which is an energy star rated mower and top pick by Consumer Reports. The CMM1200 can cut up to 1/3 an acre on a single charge, and you don't have to have that annoying extension cord connecting the mower to an outlet during use.

Home   Electric Lawn Mowers   Electric Lawn Tools   CFL Bulbs   Energy Star Home & Garden   Energy Star Electronics   Rechargeable Batteries   Electronics  Search All ProductsElectric Lawn MowersCFL BulbsEnergy Star Home & GardenElectronics  Advanced Search View Cart   Checkout     Location:  Home    Blog Energy Saving Gadgets Blog Related Categories •  Custom Stores Specialty Stores Electronics Features New Releases Toshiba Satellite L645D-S4036 LED TruBrite 14.0-Inch Laptop (Black) Western Digital TV Live Plus HD Media Player WDBABX0000NBK-NESN Western Digital My Book AV DVR Expander 1 TB USB 2.0/eSATA Desktop External Hard Drive WDBABT0010HBK-NESN Panasonic KX-TG6583T DECT 6.0 PLUS Link-to-Cell Bluetooth Convergence Solution with 3 Handsets Westinghouse LD-3255VX 32-Inch 720p LED HDTV, Black Acer AspireRevo AR3610-U2002 Desktop (Dark Blue) Panasonic KX-TGA651B DECT 6.0 PLUS Additional Digital Handset for the KX-TG6500 Series MAGNAVOX MDR513H/F7 HDD and DVD Recorder with Digital Tuner, Black Toshiba Mini NB255-N245 10.1-Inch Black Onyx Netbook (8 Hour Battery Life) Compaq Presario CQ62-210US Laptop PC Bestsellers Canon PIXMA MP560 Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Photo Printer (3747B002) Toshiba Satellite L655-S5065 TruBrite 15.6-Inch Laptop (Grey/Black) Canon PIXMA MX870 Wireless Office All-in-One Printer (4206B002) P3 International P4400 Kill A Watt Electricity Usage Monitor Panasonic DMP-BD65 Blu-Ray Disc Player (Black) Brother HL-2170W 23ppm Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Network Interfaces Toshiba Satellite L645D-S4036 LED TruBrite 14.0-Inch Laptop (Black) Canon PIXMA MX860 Wireless All-In-One office Printer Western Digital TV Live Plus HD Media Player WDBABX0000NBK-NESN Panasonic DMP-BD85K WiFi Enabled Blu-Ray Disc Player (Black) Most Wished For Canon PIXMA MP560 Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Photo Printer (3747B002) Canon PIXMA MX870 Wireless Office All-in-One Printer (4206B002) Panasonic DMP-BD65 Blu-Ray Disc Player (Black) ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005PE-PU27-BK 10.1-Inch Black Netbook (Up to 14 Hours of Battery Life) Western Digital TV Live Plus HD Media Player WDBABX0000NBK-NESN Panasonic DMP-BD85K WiFi Enabled Blu-Ray Disc Player (Black) P3 International P4400 Kill A Watt Electricity Usage Monitor Samsung UN55C7000 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz 3D LED HDTV (Black) Toshiba Satellite L645D-S4036 LED TruBrite 14.0-Inch Laptop (Black) Canon CanoScan 8800F Color Film/Negative/Photo Scanner (2168B002) Welcome Welcome to the Energy Saving Gadgets' Eco Super Store Here you will find one of the largest selections of green products on the Internet. From solar flashlights to CFL bulbs to electric lawn mowers, the Eco Super Store has it all. Products are organized by category (see menu above and on the left sidebar) and by subcategory (see left sidebar). In addition, you can search for green products in the search bar above. And if you still can't find what you are looking for, contact us and we'll do everything we can to find what you are looking for. Thanks for stopping by, and if we can do anything to make your shopping experience better, please let us know. Best, Rob and Michal The Energy Saving Gadgets Team   enlarge   Rayovac Recharegable Hybrid Slim Charger with 6AA & 2 AAA Hybrid Rechargeable Batteries Included Brand: Rayovac Buy New: $22.95 as of 7/28/2010 15:42 MDT details Rating: 18 reviews Sales Rank: 32682 Category: Health and Beauty ASIN: B000PB90UA Release Date: April 10, 2007 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days enlarge   Rayovac I-C3 15 Minute Rechargeable NiMH Batteries, AA Size, 2-Count Packages (Pack of 3) Brand: Rayovac Buy New: $24.99 as of 7/28/2010 15:42 MDT details Rating: 3 reviews Sales Rank: 76056 Category: Health and Beauty ASIN: B000FKGEJ6 Release Date: May 2, 2006 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days CERTAIN CONTENT THAT APPEARS ON THIS SITE COMES FROM AMAZON SERVICES LLC. THIS CONTENT IS PROVIDED ‘AS IS’ AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR REMOVAL AT ANY TIME. Powered by Associate-O-Matic Buying Guides CFL Bulbs CFL Twist Bulbs CFL Reflector Bulbs CFL Outdoor Bulbs CFL Specialty Bulbs Rechargeable Batteries AA Batteries AAA Batteries Camera Batteries Charging Kits Power Savers Energy Saving Power Strips Energy Watt Monitors Programmable Thermostats Green Bathroom Low Flow Shower Heads Dual Flush Toilets Faucets Tankless Water Heaters Green Office Printers Scanners Copiers Fax Machines Green Consumer Electronics Eco TVs Audio & Home Theater Desktop Computers Laptop Computers Cordless Telephones LCD Monitors Subcategories Green Electronics • ENERGY STAR Electronics • Eco-Friendly Electronics Accessories • Solar-Powered Electronics • Power Conservation

Visit our EcoStore to review and compare more than 300 electric lawn mowers.

Electric Trimmers & Edgers

Having used both electric and gas powered trimmers for my home, the electric corded trimmer or one with a rechargeable battery is the hands-down winner. The frustration of trying to start a gas-powered trimmer alone drove me to switch. Add the convenience and eco-friendly benefits, and it's a mystery why any homeowner would buy a gas-powered weed eater. Here are two good options, the first requiring an extension cord (but guaranteed not to run out of juice) and one with a rechargeable battery.

		List Price: $99.61 Buy New: $34.97 You Save: $64.64 (65%) New (18) Used (1) Refurbished (2) from $29.99
Five Amp motor delivers 9,500 rpm and a wide, 14-inch cutting swath for effective trimming, Unique spool system uses centrifugal force to automatically feed out more line when you need it, Head rotates 180 degrees for quick switches from trimming to edging, Weighs just 5.2 pounds and offers soft, adjustable grips for easy handling, Backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty (more)

		List Price: $125.19 Buy New: $75.49 You Save: $49.70 (40%) New (4) Refurbished (1) from $54.99
Convenient, cordless design, 9-Inch cutting path and the ability to deliver 6,800 rpm for effective trimming, Unique spool system uses centrifugal force to automatically feed out more line when you need it, Head rotates 180-Degree for switching from trimming to edging, Weighs just seven-Pound and offers an adjustable handle for excellent control and reduced operator fatigue, Includes 12-Volt battery, charger, wall-mount charger bracket and 2-year warranty (more)

Electric Leaf Blowers

As with the trimmer, I've used both gas-powered and electric leaf blowers. Unless you have a really big yard, the electric leaf blower gets the job done with ease. Having had to care for a gas-powered Stihl blower, I know first-hand what it's like trying to start the thing after it's sat for a year. Electric leaf blowers avoid all of that frustration.

		List Price: $89.99 Buy New: $79.97 You Save: $10.02 (11%) New (8) Used (1) from $79.97
Three-in-one blower, vacuum, and mulcher keeps your yard free of debris, Blow speed of up to 240 MPH; 385 CFM air volume, Variable speed switch for optimum control, Weighs 15.2 pounds (shipped); 2-year warranty, Includes a tube with LeafBlaster nozzle, vacuum attachment with tube, zipper-less leaf bag, adjustable shoulder strap, and air concentrator (more)

Electric Tillers

If you have a vegetable garden (and in this recession, more and more do) or a flower garden, an electric tiller can turn the earth for you in a snap. Electric tillers are smaller and lighter than their gas-powered counterparts, which make them ideal for those with backyard gardens.

		Buy New: $349.95 New (2) Used (2) from $321.99
The powerful and clean electric motor starts just by plugging the unit in an pulling the trigger making it the easiest tiller to start and use, A weight of only 21 pounds makes the Mantis Electric Tiller easy to carry and maneuver, The powerful electric motor provides the same tilling performance as gas powered tillers in a clean and environmentally friendly alternative, The compact design allows the tiller to get in tight spaces and be stored where larger tillers can not go, The patented reversible tines can be used to till down 10 inches or shallow cultivate the top 2 to 3 inches of soil (more)

Electric Chainsaws

We used an electric chainsaw for the first time about a year ago. I'll confess that until then, I didn't even know they made electric chainsaws! The truth is, it worked like a charm. Professionals may need gas power, but most homeowners will do just fine with an electric chainsaw.

		List Price: $84.99 Buy New: $75.00 You Save: $9.99 (12%) New (2) Used (1) from $47.95
External adjustment screw for chain tensioning, Wrap around hand guard for added protection, Steel bucking teeth for better leverage and control, 3.0 Peak HP motor, Push button oiler (more)

Electric Hedge Trimmers

If you have a lot of hedges to trim, a powered trimmer really cuts down on the job (no pun intended). This is about the only tool listed here we don't need for your yard, but for those that do, this is a real time-saver.

		List Price: $78.49 Buy New: $43.86 You Save: $34.63 (44%) New (19) from $43.86
Dual-action blade design cuts through branches up to 5/8-inch in diameter quickly and neatly, 18-inch blades made from pre-hardened steel offer superior durability and versatility, 3.0 Amp motor delivers 3,400 strokes per minute for dependable cutting, Reduced vibration, three-sided grip, and well-balanced body for improved user comfort and more precise handling, Weighs 4.9 pounds; backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty (more)

Electric Chipper/Shredders

Yep, the beast of all yard equipment can be powered by electricity. Particularly if you live on a wooded lot, a chipper/shredder can be put to full use. An electric chipper is much easier to move around and store, and gets the job done really well. The McCulloch listed below has received really good user reviews, which you can read on the product page by clicking below.

		List Price: $229.99 Buy New: $202.99 You Save: $27.00 (12%) New (4) Used (1) from $202.99
Tamper included, Rounded chute, V-type blade, ETop hopper design, Environmentally friendly (more)