Part of a series featuring green moms, the new Chief Eco Officers.

Cameron Mora, mother of four, writes the GreenGoody blog. She teaches her children the importance of their impact on this planet. Cameron has a soft spot for great design, pretty things, good photography, and anything eco-friendly.

How do you eco?

I am not an extremist, I simply try to do at least one simple thing a day. I want to instill in my children a respect for our environment-that we’re not radical; just responsible. We recycle, eat organic, use cloth napkins, unplug our appliances. Sometimes the environmental movement can make people feel guilty that they are not doing enough. I say that doing one thing is a start, doing two is even better.

Why did you go eco?

It started with food. When I was ten years old, my father got a book called Fit For Life. I read it and have never looked at food the same way again. That book sparked my desire to dig deeper and learn more. By middle school I was a member of PETA and Greenpeace. It’s a natural progression for me. I hope to instill the same passion in my children.

What’s your favorite eco tip?

Know your beauty products! I’m passionate about the cosmetic industry and the dangerous chemicals and toxins that women are slathering on their faces and bodies. According to the EWG’s Cosmetic Safety Database, only 11% of 10,500 ingredients in beauty products have been tested for safety.

EcoLinks

• GreenGoody
• EWG Cosmetic Safety Database
• Chief Eco Officers