[ Green ] Turning off monitor saves a lot of money, study says
No need to look for the greenest monitor to save money and energy. Switching off screen at work after hours is still the greenest way. About 480 million euros of electricity could be saved if more people would learn to turn off their monitors after work. That's in Germany alone... more »
[10.10.2013]
H20-powered PC now possible
A computer running on water? Why not. Something running on H20 is nothing new although some seems impossible but as technology advances, we'll soon see more gadgets that are eco-efficient and green. A group of Finnish researchers worked on an H20 PC that doesn't need electricity.... more »
[19.09.2013]
[GreenGadgets] GO Recycle Bin
I'm passionate about going green although I must admit it's not easy to do. I need a system that allows me to easily sort my trash. Something like the GO Recycle Bin by Gooddss Passion. This recycling bin system is easy and sure to work because one can easily identify where... more »
[13.09.2013]
Elecom’s smartphone extended batteries made chic
Elecom is still in the business and it just released new batteries for smartphones. Admit it, most phone batteries don't last a day. They may be powerful but with all its features (WiFi, 3G, GPS, camera, games, Facebook, etc.), you're lucky if your phone can last the whole day.... more »
[23.08.2013]
[Upcycling] Eco-friendly Optics: Old lens as bracelet
Stefaan duPont of SDPNT is not just a passionate photographer and world traveler. He is also known to make cuff accessories from old camera lenses. Each cuff is unique because different lenses and used each time. Whethere it's fixed focal length, wide angle, or macro, you... more »
[24.07.2013]
Toyota working on lithium-air, solid-state batteries for the EVs
Looks like Toyota is serious with bringing the Prius electric vehicle further. Much has been said about Toyota's EV but not everything we hear is good. A few weeks ago, we learned of a converted Prius suddenly catching fire. It's a fact that lithium-ion batteries are bulky but... more »
[05.04.2013]
Guy from Arizona invents automatic, touchless car wash
To thoroughly clean your car, you either go to a car wash or clean it yourself. The latter may be cheaper but you know how it can't be economical because you tend to waste soap and use a lot of water. Anyway, Dale Retter has come up with the AutoGreenWash, a new system that lets... more »
[04.04.2013]
[Video] CARMA Project: Smart Recycling
Carma. No, we're not talking about that kind of karma but the idea is similar. It's a new way of recycling car parts-- that is to turn them into bicycles. Now this is what I call going greener. From the junkyard, you can build old parts into a real bicycle so no material is ever... more »
[01.04.2013]
[Mobile] Buy solar power for mobile phone via SMS
The British company Buffalo Grid has created a solar charging station for mobile phones that can be carried by a bicycle. The portable charging station can charge 30 to 50 phones per day so you can say it's one 'green' investment. This is actually more than a good idea because... more »
[01.04.2013]
ChargePoint, ECOtality working on electric vehicle charging system for all
Owning an electric car at this day and age is not really common. It still is in its early stages so related services and products aren't readily available. Charging stations are open for specific cars and brands only but this will soon change as companies are collaborating to... more »
[08.03.2013]