Energy, power, fuel – these are the things that have driven society since before the Industrial Revolution. Whether or not we like it, the economics and politics of physical power (often not so green) influence us daily and trends in its use, means of production and cost of distribution all play a critical role in our history and future on this planet.
These days people are moving out of the suburbs and back into the cities. So what happens to suburbia? These designers have some environmentally friendly ideas.
Add Comment »»Sunburn and skin-damage, sun-cream and sea-damage...can't we make our relationship to UV light a healthier one? You bet - take a look at these examples!
One Comment »»The creative possibilities of OLEDs in clothing, jewelry, and art is limitless. Here are 33 excellent OLED eco-friendly designs, from super-sly spy to the interactive.
One Comment »»Winter is here: time to shiver in a bleak, nasty cubicle as you wait for your bus? Not so, as these three eco-innovative shelters demonstrate.
2 Comments »»No matter how majestic wind turbines seem, they're as incongruous as a lampost in a field of corn. So why don't we just turn them 90 degrees and design our homes a little differently?
One Comment »»Are we making the most of the creative possibilies of LEDs? Take these four ways of making our lighting wacky yet practical, fun yet functional - and ask yourself, do we really need 'bulb-shaped' bulbs?
One Comment »»Solar panels still need a huge surface area - so, no good for our favorite modes of personal transportation? These 3 vehicle designs disagree.
2 Comments »»Sensational scientific discoveries, great new gadgets and terrific (as well as terrifying) technologies past, present and future await at the all-new Gajitz
One Comment »»Four types of solar tree, from concept to reality, turning solar paneling into works of Art.
6 Comments »»A UK supermarket chain is using cars to power their checkouts. Sainsbury's has installed kinetic energy plates to harness the power of passing cars.
2 Comments »»Isn't it about time airships took off in a big way? Why not rise above all of that with the oldest invention in the history of aviation?
One Comment »»Power from bicycles is not an entirely new energy idea but this highly creative public use could take the technology to the next level as people rent them.
2 Comments »»This design may break down the ultimate energy barrier by accessing what may be the most cheap, easy and abundant source of fuel the world has ever seen.
One Comment »»Being 'green' isn't about being a consumer, and trying to be more environmentally aware doesn't have to cost a cent.
9 Comments »»Rivers are still important transportation routes in places where roads and rails cannot go. They are also a source of energy and drinking water.
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