Does it get any better than a guy in costume who calls himself “the beast” delivering pizza out of a futuristic looking car? Well, yes it does.

Galactic pizza, one of our go-tos at the office, has a vision of the future that incorporates as many socially beneficial actions into their day-to-day operations as possible. To GP, good pizza and good values go hand in hand.

A preview: The food is delivered using 100% electric vehicles. All of the power purchased to run the restaurant is renewable wind energy. All of their mozzarella cheese comes from cows not treated with rBGH. 5% of their pre-tax profits are donated to charity. For more on their do-gooder resume, click here.

Watch GP Save The Day at the Sprout office…

There’s a really easy way to help save our country from tossing 16 billion paper cups a year: Bring your own mug. I’ve decided to join the growing revolution that coffee houses across the country are starting to honor because I’ve made it a habit—just like my morning caffeine fix—and because it keeps my drink nice and hot.

Once you have your insulated mug of choice, a few quick tips: know the size of your mug (12 oz = small at most coffee shops; 16 oz = medium; 20 oz = large), and make sure to add your own sugar or milk ahead of time so that your hot drink doesn’t overflow.

The bonus? Some coffee shops, like Dunn Bros. (where this Vlog was filmed), offer a little kickback for people who remember to BYOM. All you have to do is remember to leave your coffee cup in a spot you’ll remember (car cup holder, work desk, diaper bag) for the next time you fill up.

My regular a.m. stop—Corner Coffee—just down the street from the office was collecting donations for Haiti today. 100% of all coffee purchases went to humanitarian relief efforts, and the recyclable cups were donated by Faulk Paper Company for the event. Remember to check out Red Cross for more ways you can make a difference.

I recently met up with a friend for some Asian-fusion cuisine at Big Bowl, and I was pleasantly surprised to learn all about the company’s green practices from their menu. Some examples: BB servers wear uniforms made from recycled plastic bottles; the poultry is free-range and the heirloom pork is from small family-owned Midwestern farms; bottled water has been replaced with freshly filtered tap… I ordered this crisp glass of organic Benziger chardonnay + delicious chicken lettuce wraps. Yum. Here’s a chain I can get behind.

I am at the airport on my way out of town, and just stopping to say that in a sea of McDonald’s and other FF chains, the French Meadow Bakery outpost is so refreshing to see. Organic Valley milk and a whole grain wrap? Sounds like lunch to me.

Sprout was here—celebrating the 20th anniversary of Trotter’s Cafe and Bakery. Congratulations to Lalo for solving the Sprout mystery! Lalo will receive a $20 gift card to Trotter’s Cafe.

Sprout was here—at Cooqi Gluten-free Delights, buying dozens of cookies, cakes, and brownies. Congratulations to Jen who solved the Sprout mystery! She will receive a $20 gift card to Cooqi.

Sprout was here—savoring a vegan apple crisp at Birchwood Cafe. Congratulations to Kallie Suske for solving the Sprout mystery! She will be receiving a $20 gift card to Birchwood Cafe.

Sprout was here—at Tea Garden drinking their highly addictive bubble tea. Congratulations to Jessica for solving the Sprout mystery! She will be receiving a $20 gift card to Tea Garden.

Sprout was here—at Golden’s Deli enjoying a delicious turkey, cheese, and veggie sandwich. Congratulations to Emily who solved the Sprout mystery! She will be receiving a $20 gift card to Golden’s Deli.