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MIT researchers develop new chip that gets energy from light, heat and vibrations

A group of MIT researchers recently developed a new chip that is said to get energy from three different sources and store them to future use. The MIT chip can simultaneously get energy from light, heat, and vibrations thanks to a control system that harvest energy from the... more »

[10.07.2012]

Solar Powered Cap keeps your head cool

How's summer so far? It's been very warm this year I don't know how to cool myself all the time. Staying inside an air-conditioned room is a must but for the times I need to go out, it's just a pain in my skin. It's scorching hot outside I wish I could wear a helmet with aircon,... more »

[11.06.2012]

Logitech intros Wireless Solar Keyboard K760

The earth is in trouble. And by that I mean it's the reason by people are going green. One clear sign is that companies are coming up with more energy-efficient products starting with solar-powered one. Any solar powered product, I would support like this Logitech Wireless Solar... more »

[01.06.2012]

[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

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

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 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

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

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

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]