[People @ Light+Building] Sometimes Sun, Sometimes Rain

[People @ Light+Building] Sometimes Sun, Sometimes Rain

Bertram Schüber isn't standing in the rain, but water is running on the small roof behind him. Between the brick a solar module is screwed in. It should be noted that this is between, not on the brick. Some homeowners find this more attractive. Why are you letting the water... more »

[16.04.2012]

[CES 2012] SolarKindle: Amazon e-reader cover gone green

[CES 2012] SolarKindle: Amazon e-reader cover gone green

I hope something like this is released for the iPad then maybe I'd rethink of getting one. Then again the SolarKindle makes the Kindle Fire more attractive now. Kindle e-reader owners can now get along with the environment with this solar charger. It features a bright LED... more »

[09.01.2012]

IKEA in California goes green with electric charging stations

IKEA in California goes green with electric charging stations

We all know how low emission cars have special treatment in California. The state is determined to be a green environment, encouraging its people to go green in any way. And since this seems to become a long-term effort, public establishments in California should take advantage... more »

[14.12.2011]

Samsung Solar Powered Internet School heading to Africa

Samsung Solar Powered Internet School heading to Africa

Samsung has got a new project called the Solar Powered Internet School. It's currently being tested in Boksberg at the Samsung Electronics Engineering Academy. Finally, a good thing for Mother Earth from Samsung. The Solar Powered Internet School came about as a Corporate... more »

[27.10.2011]

Blackfriars Railway Station goes solar with a bridge

Blackfriars Railway Station goes solar with a bridge

Built way back in 1886, the Blackfriars Railway station in London is turning green. Why, a 64,583 square feet solar bridge on its roof is currently being built. The energy that will be generated is said to be used to power the station or at least half of it. Being used on... more »

[24.10.2011]

A Solar Travel Pal: Not your ordinary solar charger

A Solar Travel Pal: Not your ordinary solar charger

I've decided to go green but shame on me, I don't have an solar charger for any of my gadget yet. I guess I'm still not confident that these chargers are reliable and I'm just waiting before the technology is perfected. However, A-Solar's Travel Pal seems like a good choice.... more »

[13.10.2011]

Fujitsu Solar Solar Cubic A-1 Lantern Comes with FM Radio

Fujitsu Solar Solar Cubic A-1 Lantern Comes with FM Radio

In times of disaster, solar-powered gear come in handy. But Fujitsu's latest offering, the Solar Cubic A-1 lantern comes not only with light, but with music. Equipped with a large solar panel for charging under the sun, this Fujitsu solar lantern also comes with an FM radio, in... more »

[25.08.2011]

Samsung intros NC215 solar-powered laptop in Korea

Samsung intros NC215 solar-powered laptop in Korea

Samsung recently announced the NC215 solar-powered laptop in Korea. This if after North America, Africa, Russia were introduced to the eco-friendly laptop. It's more of a netbook because of its 10.1-inch size. The solar panel is found on the lid, storing energy for about two... more »

[22.08.2011]

Xenight announces new solar car

Xenight announces new solar car

The Solar Car Project team has been very busy working on a fast solar car. A team of 30 students from Stanford University has been working on the project called the Xenith. The Xenith solar car will be part of the World Solar Challenge in October where eco-efficient vehicles... more »

[15.08.2011]

[Video] JOOS Portable Solar Panel released

[Video] JOOS Portable Solar Panel released

The JOOS Orange portable solar panel could be the perfect Christmas gift for the greenies. Okay, it may be too early for some Christmas shopping but I guess it's okay to look around, right? This year, I promised to give only eco-friendly products. Anything organic, chemical-free,... more »

[13.08.2011]