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Big Bang Experiment(CERN's experiment)

2008-09-09T07:33:00.000-07:00

Lyn Evans of the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) said weekend trials in the vast underground LHC machine in which the particle-smashing experiment will take place over the coming months and years "went without a hitch".
"We look forward to a resounding success when we make our first attempt to send a beam all the way round the LHC," said Evans, who heads the multinational team of scientists that shaped the project and the machine, the Large Hadron Collider.
The final tests involved pumping a single bunch of energy particles from the project's accelerator into the 27-km (17-mile) beam pipe of the collider and steering them counter- clockwise around it for about 3 kms (2 miles).
Earlier in the month a clockwise trial in the LHC—which runs deep under French and Swiss territory between the Jura mountains and Lake Geneva—had been equally successful, CERN said.

The LHC team now plans to send a full particle beam all the way around the collider pipe in one direction on September 10 as a prelude to sending beams in both directions and smashing them together later in the year.
That collision, in which both particle clusters will be traveling at the speed of light, will be monitored on computers at CERN and laboratories around the world by scientists looking for, among other things, a particle that made life possible.
The elusive particle, which has been dubbed the "Higgs boson" after Scottish physicist Peter Higgs who first postulated nearly 50 years ago that it must exist, is thought to be the mysterious factor that holds matter together.
Recreating a "Big Bang," which most scientists believe is the only explanation of an expanding universe, ought to show how stars and planets came together out of the primeval chaos that followed, the CERN team thinks...

The new way to attain fuel efficiency-Blade

2008-09-08T07:14:00.001-07:00

Dubbed the ‘Blade’ for some inexplicable reasons, this unique product gets affixed to the tail-pipe of a vehicle and starts curtailing the emissions almost instantaneously. Not just the emissions, it even makes your vehicle fuel efficient at the same time. The savings on fuel are noteworthy for it ends up saving 16 to 34% right from the moment it is tagged on. The set up costs you $200 which may sound a bit hefty, but considering the amount of gas it saves you over a longer period of time...

Dream-Wing-Riding the green wave on a pedal-powered modern chariot-eco bike

2008-09-08T07:11:00.000-07:00

The concept bike uses pedal power in a very unique way with a set of wheels and axles which translate the movement of trampling on the pedals into circular rotation of the wheels. When you ride the Dream-Wing you would get the feel of riding the chariots in ancient coliseums, as you are constantly both exerting force and trying to keep your balance. The only missing component is the horse! With Dream-Wind, it would be easy to promote green commuting among kids and teens...

Castagna's new electric engine powered Fiat 500 Tender Two

2008-09-08T07:10:00.000-07:00

Ghia-built Fiat 500 Jolly was an absolute dream and a vehicle that epitomized its time with cool, laid-back technology. The brand new Fiat 500 Tender Two by Castagna is an attempt to recreate that beach-party atmosphere in a vehicle that is meant for today’s roads. The new Tender Two comes with a host of delightful features for the auto maniacs with the more compact look, the classy wooden side sills, striped canvas rooftop...

Stunning solar airship for the future skies

2008-09-08T07:08:00.000-07:00

The Stirling Solar-Electric Airship design is one such concept for the future. The ergonomically sensuous high-altitude airship, designed by Laurens Rademakers, uses the principle of a Stirling Engine to stay afloat for long periods of time. The Stirling engine works on the principle of the heat difference between the layers of the ship. The greater the heat difference, the greater the energy produced.

Golden Mean-Recycling with art and math

2008-09-04T08:30:00.000-07:00

If you love whet lies under the hood then you might just squeeze in a V8 engine and then roar around the streets. But making giant snail out of 1966 Volkswagen- That is not something you would do unless you are blacksmith John Sarriugarte...

Peugeot Stylight-green moving car

2008-09-04T08:26:00.000-07:00

Peugeot Stylight.Designed by Ognyan Bozhilov from Bulgaria, this hybrid 3-seater offers a comfortable drive. Just like Batman’s famous Batmobile, this car with its awesomely engineered hood offers a retro-modern sleek look. The onboard gadgets include a big windshield for a clear view, side-view windows and receptive LED lights that appear brighter each time the driver presses the brakes. Also, there are two spinning 10-spoke rims mounted under a glowing Peugeot logo for the front tires, which enhances the appeal of the car. All this is topped with an eco-friendly 1.6 liter HDI engine that combines electricity and biofuel...

LED Lightbulbs-stylish green lights of the future

2008-09-04T08:23:00.000-07:00

Hence there is no point of comparison between them and the traditional lightbulbs or energy-efficient compact fluorescent bulbs (CFL). Did you know that CFL, which is said to be superior, has traces of mercury inside making them extremely dangerous to dispose of in case they break? The whole thing makes us ponder whether there are safe and environmentally friendly lighting alternatives...

Peugeot OXO-futuristic appeal

2008-09-04T08:20:00.000-07:00

Automobile with a twist-Peugeot OXO. Unlike conventional cars, this one doesn’t require the driver to have any driving skills. Why is that? Because that’s the USP of this car! The makers claim that driving this car is extremely simple and uncomplicated, thanks to the easily understandable instructions about the car. This stylish four wheeler, apart from being slender, also runs on electricity, making this a space saver and also very environmentally friendly...

Skateboard staircase-style and function

2008-09-04T08:16:00.000-07:00

In the past we featured an interesting design made out of skateboards, however this one is the newest edition to that list. The reused skateboard stairs concept was developed by a guy named Ted for his skateboard school. Each board is designed in a manner that it beautifully merges fashion with utility. The curve on the edges along with the handrails provides more stability to the stairs, which makes this a marvelous look...

Taking the plastic out of packaging-Olympus

2008-09-03T04:58:00.000-07:00

Plastic is considered a serious environmental problem as it is one of the most widely used materials in every industry, and it comes in plenty of forms and shapes which are widespread and available easily. The hardest part of dealing with plastic is finding an alternative to the material, as it is both cheap and easy to use...

Dole out unlimited talk time

2008-09-03T04:56:00.000-07:00

For such times and more, we have to resort to hands-free Bluetooth devices that allow yakking without much hindrance. However, Iqua’s Vizor Sun is up on the horizon for all the eco-chatters who want to add an element of eco even while answering calls. Designed to fit on your car’s visor, it absorbs all the sun’s energy through the windshield as you drive. Helping to extend your talk time to over 20 hours, it is also generous with a standby time of 500 hours...

Bicycle Forest

2008-09-03T04:55:00.001-07:00

Bicycle Forest, an American group that promotes bicycles and other human-powered vehicles as a means of transportation, have just invested in a vehicle to promote their new BikeCAD software. It’s a Hummer! Now, before you raise a cynical eyebrow, hear me out—the Rhoades Car is a zero-emission, peddle powered vehicle, making it a perfect choice for the group.

Cargo Carrier-Fuel efficient Scooter

2008-09-03T04:53:00.000-07:00

They are just plain old ordinary two-wheelers that have a medium-sized box attached behind or on the side so that it can assume the shape of a cargo carrier. While there are specific cargo carriers that give ample space for the cargo, they are designed to just commute in a very limited radius like an airport or a mall. It seems that with the majority of scooters that we call as cargo carriers, we are enjoying a luxury of ample space...

Speaker system with standby mode-Creative Gigaworks T3

2008-09-03T04:50:00.000-07:00

These days that both makers of products and consumers have reached a conclusion on the issue of how lazy we can be and how we will not be willing to switch our gadgets off when we do not need them...

Toyota Fuel-Cell Powered

2008-09-03T04:48:00.000-07:00

Japan is taking notes from China, as Japan’s Ministry of Environment is switching to fuel-cell-powered Toyota vehicles, which are being contracted on a lease. Hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicles are considered by all as the future, and the only hindrance to the green path is the fact that we need to produce hydrogen from water at a much cheaper rate...

Art Rainbow-solar powered,adds color to your life

2008-09-01T02:16:00.000-07:00

The Art Rainbow is meant for multihued get-togethers through the day or even by the night. Rendering shade and protection from the sun, it simultaneously gobbles up enough solar energy to light up to get rid of darkness after sunset...

World’s irst Solar-Powered Ship

2008-09-01T02:12:00.000-07:00

Most often every green investment is driven by commercial motive. (and it is stupid to expect it to be any different as it is an ‘investment’ at the end of the day) If the move benefits the planet to a substantial extent then it is always welcome. Nippon Yusen KK and Nippon Oil Corp claim that they are working on the world’s first solar powered ship and this one seems to be a propaganda stunt...

Human-Power-go green with every little step

2008-08-31T12:16:00.001-07:00

This human-powered green vehicle (And it is also painted green just to drive home the point) has been recovered from a giant pile of trash that was found at the city’s dump. The vehicle seems to be some kind of experimental human-powered transportation medium and might have been discarded by the designer as he either did not find it of any substantial use or maybe there were already quite a few akin to this one...

First Fuel-Cell Powered passenger boat makes grand debut in Germany

2008-08-31T06:56:00.000-07:00

Hydrogen producing fuel cells are the ultimate solution to the existing power crisis. If we can indeed produce hydrogen by splitting water in a safe and commercially viable process then all out energy needs might be fulfilled with ease and with no emission of carbon gases. Hence any vehicle powered by fuel cells becomes a priceless asset to the planet...

Sustainable Green option for those in need

2008-08-30T03:44:00.000-07:00

With human activities across the planet wrecking havoc with natural ecosystems and destroying the balance that exists in nature, we are more likely to face the fury of the planet more often in the coming years. While the planet tries to attain a state of balance, it will lead to more than the normal share of natural disasters cropping up. While one has to wonder how many of these ‘natural disasters’ are man-made, it is also obvious that we need to strap up and be ready to face them...

The best Electric Sports Car in the making

2008-08-30T03:41:00.000-07:00

While architecture and construction is following close behind, both the economic compulsions and ecological pressures have forced the auto world to take up green solutions rather quickly. It is indeed a wise move as that is where the future lies and that is where the cash is going to flow from...

Cohda’s Crypsis-lighting solution with LED brilliance

2008-08-30T03:39:00.000-07:00

With technology taking rapid strides forward in the way lighting is being perceived and used in today’s electronic gadgets, even LEDs are soon becoming a thing of the past. It is interesting to note that it appears as if the majority of the world will not use LEDs commercially and might just skip ahead to OLEDs by the time the technology is commercially viable. Cohda Design Limited though has come up with a very unique lighting system that could change the world...

Giving a green touch to a Trike

2008-08-30T03:34:00.000-07:00

Trikes are slowly but surely starting to replace bikes in many popular circles as they offer both the freedom of a bike and the control of a car. The third wheel really seems to have been a big hit and if you really think about it, it is basically nothing beyond a kids three-wheeler adapted to the adult's use...

Bonsai tree solar-powered charger

2008-08-29T13:15:00.000-07:00

Afther many solar devices in the market, the newest one to make its blotch is a brand new concept labored by Vivien Muller. Unlike a typical solar device, the solar tree has 54 mini, powerful photovoltaic panels that act as leaves which suck energy from the sun to power a gadget...

Peugeot Loop:automobile with a green spin

2008-08-29T13:11:00.000-07:00

Ancient world sports some breathtaking architecture which is way ahead of its time and some of the buildings constructed by ancient Greeks, Romans and Egyptians were possible because the architects of the time were efficient and innovative enough to use the wheel in the right possible manner.Peugeot Loop? Well, it is the design that has uncanny similarity to the way wheels were used around 2000 years ago...

Teacher creates solar powered tricycle

2008-08-29T13:08:00.000-07:00

Teachers are also spreading awareness about renewable energy among kids. One such person is Ben Vander Heiden, a sixth grade teacher at Woodbridge Elementary School, California and his recent creation is the solar powered tricycle. He says the idea struck him while he was teaching...

Rail Bikes-new method to tour in Costa Rica

2008-08-29T13:06:00.000-07:00

Rail Bikes are bicycles with special attachments that allow them to be ridden directly on the rails. It’s a cool concept that allows a bunch of people to pedal on the rail track whilst exploring. This bicycle is comparatively cheap with the additional benefit of zero damage to the environment.

Garbage lamp-eco light!

2008-08-29T13:03:00.000-07:00

Garbage lamp. Don’t go by the name as these lights beautifully convert polystyrene drinking cups into a practical environment friendly light. Sounds simple but it is also easy to do with the help of a tape, gum and of course plastic plates, bottles and the like. This light exemplifies how a simple idea can be executed into a stunning art piece ideal for house...

Playground out of recycled waste

2008-08-29T12:57:00.000-07:00

Recycling is as important as reducing the wastage of natural sources, and as one explores various unique and special ways of recycling it seems that the developed world is often stumbling upon creations that are already in existence and in use in the developing world...

Solar power plants in Nevada

2008-08-29T01:15:00.000-07:00

It isn’t surprising to see one more such eco-power plant come up just outside Las Vegas. The structure is a 1200 MW solar thermal power facility that aims to see daylight by 2012. Consisting of three 400 MW plants near Overton Airport, it also proposes to upgrade the transmission infrastructure needed to bring the power to the grid. Estimated to power 900,000 homes, this kinda facility promises to render freedom from the imprisoning and agonizing dependence on exhausting fuel and its escalating costs.Further more, the plant aims to leave nix or faintest environmental footprints...

Audi R8-race version

2008-08-28T23:55:00.000-07:00

R8 is the first production Audi bearing the name and genes of a successful racing sportscar and is therefore an excellent base from which to build up our first big customer sport programme, explains Head of Audi Motorsport Dr Wolfgang Ullrich. Ever since the R8 was unveiled we've been inundated with enquiries about a race version. With the Audi R8 we will offer customers a racing sportscar equipped with high-calibre technology and the typical Audi qualities...

Tequila-powered Vehicles in Mexico

2008-08-28T23:46:00.001-07:00

Notorious and beloved all at the same time: the agave. Currently grown primarily to make tequila, agaves have played an important role in the Mexican economy and society since pre-Columbian times.
Today, a small group of Mexicans from the academic and private sectors is keen to leverage decades of field and lab research to attract support and funding for a demonstration Agave-to-Biofuels project...

Cooling technique-Somalia

2008-08-28T23:40:00.000-07:00

This concept has been known to mankind for ages, but the thought of corrugated galvanized iron sheets and sisal sack fabric to create a cooling system to cool camel milk created in Somalia is outstanding. It is a very simple process, as the only thing one needs to do is hang the fabric in a manner that it touches the water, and because of the capillary action water flows down along the sides of the iron...

Green gym-human power produce energy

2008-08-28T23:32:00.000-07:00

"Green gym" is not new,so having more and more gymnasiums adopting this technique certainly is a pleasant surprise.Humans are always trying to figure out interesting ways to utilize renewable energy, and this gave rise to exploring the terrain of a fitness center. Every day tons of people visit gyms and produce tremendous amounts of energy through workouts, and optimally utilizing this to supply power...

"Pheonix"-furniture from lost trees

2008-08-28T23:27:00.000-07:00

The very aptly named “Furniture from Lost Trees” was recently unveiled at the Morton Arboretum and will be on display through September 7th before traveling to other venues. Roughly around 30 pieces on the display were put together by various members of the renowned Chicago Furniture Designers...

ECO-LIFE NEWS: SuperKraken-protection against sollar radiation

2008-08-28T05:10:00.000-07:00

SuperKraken-protection against sollar radiation

2008-08-28T04:43:00.000-07:00

Sun is considered next to god, at least for eco folks, as everything can be powered with its ever available, unrestricted energy. However the negative effects of its rays deters me to allow my kids in open when the sun is at its fullest. If only we had a SuperKraken installed in the play area of our complex too.
This play structure works as a space where kids can unleash their imagination. Featuring a geodesic dome crafted from polycarbonate plates which are coated with anti-UV films, it houses marine life themed slides...

Seat Brisa-Sollar powered car

2008-08-28T04:33:00.000-07:00

Brisa is the Spanish word for breeze and fitted with a seat and wheels it becomes Seat Brisa, a solar powered sports car. Taking cue from a small sailing boat that is dependent on natural elements for its mobility, Seat Brista is also supposed to sail over the concrete land but by the power of sun. Nano-fotovoltaic cells within its translucent elastomere shell translate power to a rear wheel mounted motor...

Toyota Fine-S Fuel Cell Sports Car Concept

2008-08-28T02:41:00.000-07:00

North American International Auto Show gave auto enthusiasts an eyeful when it came to advanced technology vehicles. One that stood apart from the crowd was revealed by then-president of Toyota Fujio Cho. As the cover was pulled, it was evident the Fine-S – a hydrogen fuel cell exotic with lines that would do Ferrari proud – was no typical concept. It was sleek, forward-thinking, and dare we say it fast looking as well...

BMW hybrid car-X5 model more ecologic that ever

2008-08-28T02:30:00.000-07:00

Even BMW company start to use modern concepts about ecologic and green productions.So BMW starts to sell from a year ago this hybrid X5 models.This hybrid model(gasoline-electric),with 3000cm cilindric capacity engine obtain 272 PH...

"The Ray"-eco friendly watch

2008-08-28T02:13:00.000-07:00

This watch can be recycled and it also has very little carbon traces and is packaged in a manner that it saves 30% of CO2 emissions. Every watch denotes a certain kind of personality, and this watch apart from its sleek look will shout out loud to the environmentlly concerned person in you. The Ray certainly strikes us as a ray of hope for our problem-filled world.

However the production of this one will be limited, so if you want it,get it now for $500...

Stream-life new car concept-urban anti-pollution car

2008-08-28T01:40:00.000-07:00

A new car concept wich keeps the environment at the forefront and has the best interest at its core for urban life is how Streamlife can be described. It is a concept that is made for urban areas with its special defense mechanism working against increasing pollution.

Streamlife car happens to be one that runs on hydrogen fuel and produces water vapor as the only residue after the fuel is burnt thus negating all chances of environmental pollution...

Xr3,a beauty that will give you 225 milles per gallon

2008-08-27T23:14:00.000-07:00

XR3, is a beauty that will give you 225 miles per gallon. With the firm offering $200 worth of construction plans, the whole activity could be a little challenging yet a lot of fun.
Will run either on an electric or a diesel-based hybrid, with a rough estimate of $5000 for the spare parts of an electric replica. The building process could be a little expensive, but only like that the dream come true for all those car lovers who have always wanted to own a custom-made car...

Peugeot 888 green,practical than ever

2008-08-27T23:06:00.000-07:00

This is a two-seated car that is able to lie flat on the highway, along with the knack of shrinking down on busy roads to give away space, and make it easy to park it. It was Designed by Oskar Johansen from Norway, this vehicle makes room for your extra luggage in case you are in a mood to pack your bags and leave for a holiday in the countryside.
Wheels are powered by electric motors running off an array of lithium-ion batteries, which are powered by solar energy...

Peugeot Flux:new concept

2008-08-27T11:38:00.000-07:00

The Flux, an avant-garde roadster that's equal parts scifi space buggy circa 1972 and Swiss aspirin factory circa now. But despite its sterile aesthetic, we could see ourselves cruising the Corniche, following the post-apocalypse reconstruction period, in one of these things, daughter of an objectivist reactionary by our side, glumly...

Dubai based eco pyramid city-Ziggurat

2008-08-27T11:28:00.000-07:00

Egyptians constructed incredible feats of architecture able to weather the test of time, but they had no idea their pyramids would inspire the shape of the latest carbon-neutral super-structure to hit Dubai. Dubai-based environmental design firm Timelinks recently released some eye-catching renderings of the gigantic eco pyramid - aptly named Ziggurat - with plans for its official unveiling scheduled for the Cityscape Dubai event which runs October 6-9 of this year.

Desktop PC's Uses Eensy Weensy Wattage

2008-08-27T04:04:00.000-07:00

Computers are getting tiny, but shuttle is putting out one of the smallest I’ve seen around. Just 10” long x 7” wide x less than 3” tall, the X27 mini-PC uses a proportionately tiny amount of energy.
It consumes just 36 watts when active and 23 when idle, compared to the 70-250 watts regular-sized desktops use. So it is like having a laptop without the keyboard, mouse, or monitor. It will use Intel’s Atom low-power chip, and runs nearly inaudibly...

Fuel Hybrid car for sale

2008-08-27T03:53:00.000-07:00

All this electric cars come packed with the same amenities that are more likely to be found in luxury vehicles. This includes, four airbags, anti-lock braking systems, electronic stability lock programs, and safety cells to help protect passengers from automobile crash compatibility.
The base brain model comes standard with convenient features such as 5-speed automated manual transmission with manual or automatic operation mode, remote lock systems, leather steering wheels and consoles, AM/FM radio, CD player, and more. Be sure to checkout our BrainBuggy Coupe and Convertible models that offer more standard features at half the cost of traditional automobiles.
More than that it have ABS Tri-points pre-tie safety belt, Cloth cover seat, No glare inner rearview mirror, Front and rear safety belt , Guard against side bump and protective transom , Height brake lamp central control locking, Front electric window, Defrosting for rear windshield, Electric rearview mirror, MP3 player, AM/FM radiogram, Mobile seat, and Spare tire.

ECO-LIFE NEWS: Intel wireless eco prototype

2008-08-25T01:09:00.000-07:00

ECO-LIFE NEWS: Intel wireless eco prototype

ECO-LIFE NEWS: Zephyr flies 82 hours

2008-08-25T01:06:00.000-07:00

ECO-LIFE NEWS: Zephyr flies 82 hours

Zephyr flies 82 hours

2008-08-25T00:57:00.000-07:00

Zephyr is soaring newer heights with its latest world record of flying for more than 82 hours, 37 minutes.Is a huge achievement in the world of eco-flying as this solar powered, unmanned aircraft is intended to carry out research work about earth observations and communications relay with persistence.30 kg, it is ultra light and is crafted out of carbon fiber sporting a wing pan of 18 meters.

Controlled by a remote up to 60,000ft, it then switches to auto pilot mode via satellite communication. During the day, the plane draws on power supplied by paper-thin amorphous silicon solar arrays, mounted on its wings, while simultaneously charging batteries.

Intel wireless eco prototype

2008-08-24T07:43:00.000-07:00

Intel’s new prototype, in the form of two copper rings reverberates at certain frequency giving away electricity.

The special feature is that it uses resonance rather than induction, delivering a higher efficiency which means a tremendous amount of power can utilized...

The future bike Abeou

2008-08-24T07:41:00.000-07:00

Nikhil Bhardwaj invention was that electric bike in spite of being fully covered opens a frame that allows drivers and passengers to copiously intermingle with Mother Nature. It offers a steering wheel which enables the drivers to manage speed and it’s robust body perfectly balances itself on tough roads, the trouble-free functions are also one of the many things that makes this bike a perfect pick for long travels...

Eco-stylish condo from Seattle

2008-08-24T07:40:00.001-07:00

Designed by local architects, the 5th and Madison condo tower is built with expansive, operable windows that showers the rooms in natural light and provide ventilation which reduces energy costs. Followed by juliet balconies with tilt and turn windows, hardwood floors, energy efficient air conditioning system, gas fired heating, and gas fired hot water system and low flow showerheads make bathing pleasurable...

Solar lights for alfresco illumination

2008-08-24T07:37:00.000-07:00

That Emi Fujita and Shane K did was look around to realize that there weren’t many well-designed eco-friendly illumination options for luxurious eco-lighting. They borrow elements from the dish and sunflower as metaphors, they have combined a photovoltaic cell, LEDs, and floral form to render a beautiful solar-powered....

VW hybrid green cars!

2008-08-24T07:35:00.000-07:00

Volkswagen Group did the right thing by becoming the automobile partner of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. These cars will be used as official vehicles for the world’s event. The cars carry a special design which features the Olympic tradition with symbols that represent the concepts of "mobility", "wind" and "street".

USB drive "made from corn"

2008-08-24T07:33:00.000-07:00

The first bio-degradable USB storage device designed by Honk Kong based electronics company Hoshino is that can u see here.
The entire device in itself is not bio-degradable, just the plastic used to make it’s outer shell.And to exemplify this fact, the entire USB husk is shaped like an ear of corn to remind you of its virtues every time you plug it in...

Future desktop with eco-attraction

2008-08-24T07:31:00.000-07:00

Conceptualized by Paulina Carlos, this eco friendly computer uses high-end projecting and laser technology for its use and sustainability. It also chucks the concept of a solid screen and keyboard as they are directly projected onto surfaces. That saves a lot of space...

Bouncing boobs to urine power

2008-08-24T07:29:00.000-07:00

The list of the 10 craziest human-powered gadgets and technologies which are aimed at conserving conventional power. The crazy ones vary from juggling boobs used to harness energy to powering your cell with your own waste...

Ecologic garden house

2008-08-24T07:26:00.000-07:00

Recycling is a concept that pretty much thrives on one of those two qualities and sometimes both. All is to use what you have as useless waste and designing stuff that is of use with elegance attached to it at times.It is the functionality of the form that counts and there are occasions when that functionality is found in the form.

For example of how you can expand your horizon and probably provide shelter to many homeless souls across the world...

What can u do witgh your old discs!

2008-08-24T07:23:00.000-07:00

Many of them are even today collector’s items which will probably fetch you loads of cash and unless either you have the most useless old records or just averse to buying a new car by selling them in an auction, it is highly unlikely that you will end up doing this.

This new recycling idea is quite appealing and the finished look of this really special table gives you a very nice feel.

Shower powered by the sun

2008-08-24T07:22:00.000-07:00

SunShower is an impressive styled and sublimely crafted accessory that uses solar energy to give you a wonderful shower.

Probably is perfect for the pool, beaches, and your special lifestyle block that you love so much...

Help of Nature in hydro clean up

2008-08-24T07:20:00.000-07:00

Nature always inspire us to find the best solutions.So when we try and clean up something that has been polluted and destroyed by us then it is only obvious that the ever-forgiving planet lends a hand and helps us do it in the most aesthetic of fashions.
All the structures and buildings made by humans cannot match the unadulterated beauty of a tropical forest and this water purification plant is more like a tropical forest than other industrial structure...

Electric bike

2008-08-24T07:18:00.000-07:00

Priced at $2,500 this zero-emissions bike is an electric "toy" designed for the urban commuter, however the crew from Ultra Motor’s don’t want the A2B to be called a scooter because the chief marketing point is that it doesn’t require any kind of license or special permit, like a motorcycle or scooter.Price is high because it’s competing against the high end bicycles and also motorcycles and cars.

Most green computer nr.1 with green colors

2008-08-24T07:15:00.000-07:00

Being green isn’t the only preference when we talk about computers.Here’s the winner all the way, scoring the best in every field. Invented by Vas Obeyesekere of Point Innovation’s PC design, evolve is a modular concept for both mobile and home computing.

It eliminates the need to replace your computer too. A smart invention to help reduce electric-waste...

Eco-Furniture thet charge your electrical gadgets

2008-08-24T07:13:00.000-07:00

Now you can charge your laptop,mobile phone with that new technique,water purifiers is here with the Sun table. Is made of stainless steel and teak this evenly surfaced furniture requires very little maintenance and is moisture and weather resistant.Cells charge the battery even when it’s partially covered and the charged battery provides more than 4 hours of laptop utilization...

Designers new "dream" Saathi automobile

2008-08-24T07:09:00.000-07:00

When we heard bout new ‘green’ technologies that would be a source to saving our planet, the sad part is that most of these automobiles come up with dreamy claims making the vehicle impractical.Indian designer Sandeep Bhambra has come up with a stark new automobile called ‘Saathi’.
In Hindi it means a friend, someone who would protect you and always be there for you and that’s exactly what this car to do.

Brenda Guyton brings to life "dead" computers

2008-08-23T05:20:00.000-07:00

Before you "kill" your old,outdated desktop or worn computer part as it will simply contribute to elevate the rising heaps of e-waste. Instead ship them to Brenda Guyton who breathes a new life in them.

She gives shape to her wild-geeky passion by creating unique works of sculpture constructed from computer parts. Ingeniously illustrating the fusion of biological life and machine life, she intends to raise questions about your green future...

Rinsing without wasting water

2008-08-23T05:15:00.000-07:00

We are wasting hundreds of drops that come along with it. Be it while showering own self or washing the utensils in the kitchen, it gets difficult to regulate the flow of water to avoid wastage. And so recycling the used water seems to be an appropriate answer to conserve water.
Award-winning Eulo Grey Water Recycling Sink designed by Ainslie Asher from Australia is not just a concept on paper but a working prototype...

Impressive bottle illuminator

2008-08-23T03:15:00.001-07:00

A wonderfull idea for a splendid chandelier. The magnificent ReGlow from Shelley Spicuzza is crafted from unscrewed empty plastic bottles that are attached to the center sphere

’s thread hole creating an illumin

ating effect in the whole room.

Ecologic bag solar powered

2008-08-23T01:11:00.000-07:00

Was write in a older post, that cause with one of this bags you will not need any more chargers,and you will not have any kind of problem with bateries.Here comes a brand new offering from the company Voltaic Solar powered briefcase! Indeed it’s as effective like any other solar device, but this one will certainly prove to be more functional if you are the kind that’s constantly on the go. The stylish jet black look with the insides made from recycled soda bottles, results in a sturdy, water resistant and light weight masterpiece.

Maximum power wasteing

2008-08-23T01:04:00.000-07:00

In the bigest cityes from al the world there is a tremendous amount of electricity that’s been utilized by bus shelters/bus stops or the huge hoardings with fancy lights that are placed right under them to grab your attention?
The exuberant posters that you’re looking at while waiting for the bus apart from being an eye-catcher is also giving away lots of CO2.

Ecologic role of the forest

2008-08-22T11:33:00.000-07:00

Recent rises in the price of fossil fuels has led to a renewed interest in forests as alternative sources of possibly lower cost bio-energy. ‘Payments Services’ schemes increasingly focus on forest as the supplier of these services. But what are the water resource implications of these schemes?

How much water will be consumed in the growing of these crops and what might the costs/benefits be in relation to other societal, biodiversity and carbon sequestration factors? The role of forests in relation to the sustainable management of water resources remains a contentious issue in many parts of the world.

New York green for more energy

2008-08-22T09:21:00.001-07:00

In New Yorkers are already the greenest people in the nation, based mainly on the tight set-up of the city.
Millions and millions of people require a whole lot of power. While Bloomberg wants the current usage levels to stay the same even as the city grows, he pointed out that the infrastructure, and power sources, are out of date and strained. So, he wants to see energy being drawn from the Atlantic ocean, from the skyscrapers in terms of wind and solar, and any other place possible.

Silently roadster Green Tesla

2008-08-22T09:05:00.000-07:00

Tesla Roadster has managed to prove that green concept can work in real world too. Thank fully it also looks like a normal sports car and not like some strange cylindrical capsule or tear shaped pod.

Make it move by 185kw electric motor as well as a stack of batteries, this green speedy beast can zoom off from zero to 60 in just 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 125mph. Each charge wich is estimated at three hours can make this car run a range of 220.All of this only if you have to pay $185000...

Green architectural designs

2008-08-22T06:17:00.000-07:00

The Australian Institute of Architects was announced in Sydney on the 5th of August,mongst the 42 chosen, 20 were awarded to adaptive reuse projects and new sustainable constructions. We are glad to see people down under taking the initiative to look after their environment and explore alternative energy sources.

Society influence recognition of people faces

2008-08-22T04:52:00.000-07:00

Recognition of the face effortlessly achieved by people from all different cultures it was considered to be a basic mechanism among humans.

By using analyses inspired by novel brain imaging technology, researchers discovered discovered that cultural differences cause us to look at faces differently.

Social experience has an impact on how people look at faces. Specifically si for noticed a striking difference in eye movements in Westerners and East Asian observers. Was found that Westerners tend to look at specific features on an individual's face such as the eyes and mouth whereas East Asian observers tend to focus on the nose or the centre of the face which allows a more general view of all the features.

Using tree formes for eco arhitecture

2008-08-22T04:29:00.000-07:00

This concept of shaping living trees into useful objects known as tree shaping, arborsculpture, living art or pooktre isn’t new. But scientists are now ready to use this concept as the foundation of a new company that will roll out these structures worldwide.This eco arhitecture is useles in many kind of decorrations so in the future we will see much more than now.

Zero emissions motocross

2008-08-22T04:07:00.000-07:00

An all-electric motocross motorcycle was designed because in the future, dirt riders must be more environmentally responsible and the sport faces a shaky future because dirt bikes are so loud they'll make your ears ring.

Designer words:

"I love to ride. That's the real reason I did it," he told "I wanted to make a product that's crazy fast and fun to ride."

Balloons solar collectors

2008-08-22T01:59:00.000-07:00

CoolEarth is trying to solve this kind of problems:inflatable solar collectors. This baloons they are 400 times cheaper than a concentrator of the same size made of polished aluminum, and they can be mounted on wires, reducing costs further.

You can repair them with tape, and replace one unit in about 15 minutes.

Thin Film Solar Record

2008-08-22T01:50:00.000-07:00

In the past few years a shortage of silicon and the demand for thin and flexible panels has helped increase the focus on thin film solar recently, and a lot of progress is being made.US National Renewable Energy Laboratory created thin film solar panels that are very close to competing with their more traditional silicon-based.

It was recently reached 19.9 percent efficiency in testing at the lab, setting a new world record.

Student from University of NSW discovered that sollar cels can be produced in a pizza oven

2008-08-22T01:14:00.000-07:00

In the United Ststes,Australia and Europe solar power usage is growing, but what about developing areas that don’t even have access to basic electricity? Now that University of NSW PhD student Nicole Kuepper has discovered a cheap and simple way of producing solar cells in a pizza oven, these areas might get a chance to use solar power too.

He hopes that this technology will most likely be ready for commercialization in 4-5 years.

Green Eclipse Torch

2008-08-22T01:02:00.000-07:00

Thin yet elegant aluminum and rubber body torch contains solar cells that can power the four led’s placed inside within an hour. So looks are deceiving after all, this torch is indeed very powerful and is perfect for gifting.
The black box with the magnetic lock, dabs on the posh/extravagant look.‘Eclipse Torch’ is undeniably the coolest launch in green technology...

Green food Cycler

2008-08-21T23:50:00.000-07:00

In the future is goin to be a huge problem with food wastageand that it is very simple to predict. The newest ‘ Green Cycler’ may at least rid us from some of the problems, if not all.

The mechanism is very simple, as the picture indicates all you got to do is add waste food to the plant for the system to start working.

Eco artistic sculptures

2008-08-21T23:42:00.000-07:00

Now for old trees that you have in your garden you have an option of adding an artistic twist to the old bark. It is believed that wood marked with an effigy, carving or containing naturally appearing images are considered very good luck.
For exemple Bruce Hebert is dedicated to render some good luck to your garden too as he is skilled to sculpt trees in to exceptional pieces of art...

Ecologic future car

2008-08-21T09:28:00.000-07:00

Emission-free cars are the way to go in the future , electric cars may not be the final solution to the problem of finding the green way to automobile world.

While peoples believe that hydrogen is the ultimate fuel and generating it from water by using solar power for electrolysis will be the perfect green way to power the cars, that is pretty far away from reality right now.

The electric vehicles are the intermediate part of the big solution and the next couple of years belong to them.

Eco-Life News: Eco USB drive made from wood

2008-08-21T05:29:00.000-07:00

Noise from wind turbines

2008-08-21T05:14:00.000-07:00

IWU in Dresden have figured out a way to quiet down the whiney whirring of wind turbines by neutralizing vibrations coming from the central tower of the turbine.
They’ve come up with a device that can be mounted to an existing turbine, which senses the vibrations and produces an “anti-sound” vibration, effectively pressing against the sound vibration to cancel it out.

Alcohol fuel

2008-08-21T04:51:00.000-07:00

At the Washington University they have discovered a process by which fermenting bacteria are guided into breaking down the waste products during the process into methane which can be pumped back into the plant to power it, thus cutting down on the amount of power needed to produce ethanol as much as 50%!
Greenhouse gas emissions are also cut down considerably by this process.
So in the future ethanol could be one of the fuel we use day by day.

Coolest idea for a hotel

2008-08-21T04:45:00.000-07:00

The coolest idea for a hotel evercan u see it in this picture wich is not photo-shopped! The Songjiang Hotel in China is actually going to be built inside a 100 meter deep quarry.
It’s a brilliant eco idea since no land has to be leveled or destroyed in order to build the hotel and it is already well protected from the elements.
The building is constructed in such a way that it takes advantage of the already available natural terrain and will use geothermal energy to generate electricity and hot water.

EMI eco furniture

2008-08-21T04:41:00.000-07:00

EMI is a company that specialize in green furniture. They create modern pieces of furniture while all the same remaining environmentally responsible.

They have countered this by recycling wood from old buildings and barns in Brazil, thus ensuring that each piece you buy has a story to tell. Whatever excess wood not reclaimed from Brazilian architecture is harvested responsibly from Brazilian countryside using woods Peroba Rosa to further give their wares a more mature weathered look.

Greenbird

2008-08-21T04:37:00.000-07:00

Eco-speed-freak, is no longer an oxymoron. A team of designers and engineers are attempting to break the wind driven land speed record using their creation,Greenbird.
The record attempt will take place on a dry lake bed in Australia, perfect ground for breaking land speed records.
The Greenbird catches the wind using a sail similar to an aircraft wing which allows it to reach 3 -5 times the actual wind speed.

Eco structures

2008-08-21T01:30:00.000-07:00

Green Architecture and sustainable Eco-Buildings have gone to a whole new level. We present to you a collection of those structures and while some are done, others are still taking shape.
But they all have two things in common- they are spectacular and they are planet friendly. So just hand back and let your eyes feast on a glimpse of tomorrow’s world.

Eco USB drive made from wood

2008-08-20T05:28:00.000-07:00

The bamboo USB drive, personally think it’s superb, as Bamboo is the fastest and the easiest growing plant in the world.

They are renewable and extremely good for the environment, hence taking advantage of them only takes us a step closer to a greener world.

This high speed USB 2.0 made out of hardened bamboo ascends on visual and environmental importance, without forgetting the primary purpose of a USB drive, which is data storage.

The nand based flash drive is also available in 128MB up to 4GB variants.

Peugeot desing contest 2008

2008-08-20T05:22:00.000-07:00

At the 5th Peugeot Design Contest 2008 and it seems that the concept car fest has attracted designers from across the globe to put out their best work and then stick a Peugeot logo on it!

Clever and Practical too as it helps both up and coming designers as well as the company put each other in spotlight.

For now though the strategy seems to have really taken off and considering that almost every concept design is going green, one cannot overlook how quickly the automobile industry has embraced the green path towards future and is actually capitalizing on it!

Phone chargers with Kinetic energy

2008-08-20T05:08:00.000-07:00

Kinetic powered wrist watches where the motion of the wearer’s arm turning a rotating weight powers the watch without ever requiring winding nor a battery change.

Idaho with M2E Power takes this idea to a whole new level. They claim to have designed an external charger designed to charge cell phone batteries and boast a 300% to 700% increase in efficiency when compared to existing technologies.

Hopefully these will replace cell phone batteries all together! Imagine a cell phone that will be fully charged just by keeping it in your pocket all day or shaking it about.

Ecologic wind turbine

2008-08-20T01:51:00.000-07:00

Max Robson designed a wind turbine made from 100 percent recycled materials.
This turbine works by converting the energy in wind into electrical energy wich is stored in a battery.Produces an output of 11.3 watts.

That is enough electricity to run lighting for 63 hours or a radio for 30 hours.
This product design student from Greenwich has just received a first class honours degree from the University of Portsmouth.

Brondell eco toilets

2008-08-20T01:41:00.000-07:00

Those toilets are a great way to save water around the house.
As their name they give you the option of flushing with either a full tank of water or just half it depending on your need.
However they haven’t been gaining popularity in homes.
Fortunately that may be a thing of the past now, for eco-conscious company Brondell has designed a method to retrofit existing toilets with the dual flush water saving fixture aptly dubbed EcoFlow.