Kindle Fire HD Earns High Ratings In Repairability From iFixit
by: TreeHugger Science, 2012-09-17 13:55:00 UTC
The new tablet device gets the thumbs up after being torn apart piece by piece.
ecoATM kiosk gives cash for electrical trash
by: Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine, 2012-09-18 08:41:47 UTC
As the old adage says, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” And in an age when technology is changing at an unprecedented rate, that old saying is truer than ever. Looking to give consumers an easy way to recycle their unwanted mobile phones and MP3 players while also providing a cash incentive, ecoATM has developed an automated kiosk that can differentiate between various devices and provide monetary compensation on the spot... Continue Reading
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Torch T1 bicycle helmet now available for pre-order
by: Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine, 2012-09-18 19:49:19 UTC
The Torch T1 bicycle helmet utilizes an integrated LED lighting system to increase a cyclist's night-time visibility. After earning over 50 percent more than its Kickstarter goal just
a few months ago, the T1 is now available for pre-order. .. Continue Reading
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Practically Green and Gamification: Making Change Fun, Engaging And Sustainable
by: Triple Pundit: People, Planet, Profit, 2012-09-18 09:02:02 UTC
Exclusive interview with Practically Green CEO Susan Hunt Stevens on using gamification techniques to motivate work associate behavior changes.
The post Practically Green and Gamification: Making Change Fun, Engaging And Sustainable appeared first on Triple Pundit: People, Planet, Profit.
A New Eco Certification for Composite Wood Products
by: Environmental Leader, 2012-09-17 14:21:53 UTC
If you are a frequent reader of my articles, you may be wondering why I’m writing about composite panels. I follow woodworking news because many of the sustainability issues are similar to those in the pulp and paper industry (e.g. Lacey Act compliance, wood sourcing, workplace safety, etc). Furthermore, our Release Papers Business sells products [...]
Victor Castanera Transforms Beach Sand into Gorgeous Sustainable Tableware
by: Inhabitat , 2012-09-17 18:00:15 UTC
Like building sand castles, Castanera’s process begins with simply pouring water on sand on the beach. Castanera lets nature dictate the bowl’s shape around the mold as it settles and eventually dries. After removing coral, chunky stones and other debris from the beach, an eco-friendly acrylic resin is poured into the mold to set the shape. Once the bowl is hardened, the bowl is carefully dug out of the sand on the beach. Like an archaeologist, Castanera then carefully brushes away the excess sand to reveal the set bowl.
The organic method connects the craftsman directly with his process, making production easy to set up without the need for a factory or industry. Castanera finds his process just as important as the aesthetic of each piece, and users are reminded simply by looking at the surface of each. With each grain of sand still visible, the bowls remind the user of how each was made.
Castanera also makes plates, cups and trays using the same beach process. The pieces appear to be delicate, but are actually very durable thanks to the acrylic resin. Castanera’s Arenisco line return the fabrication process back into the hands of the designer.
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Eco Designer Barley Massey’s Imaginerium is a Showcase for Creative Reuse
by: Inhabitat , 2012-09-17 18:20:34 UTC
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NEO VOLT folding electric bike boasts discreet battery, impressive range
by: Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine, 2012-09-17 14:14:54 UTC
Folding electric bikes may not be a new thing, but they've come a long way since 2005, when a game of "spot the battery" was unlikely to provide any more than .6 of a second's entertainment. More recent models such as the
VeloMini,
Bik.e and
db0 have benefited from advances in EV technology, and now the NEO VOLT comfortably continues the trend. At first or second glance, you mightn't spot that its an electric bike at all... Continue Reading
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BMW to show new i3 Concept in Paris
by: Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine, 2012-09-17 05:25:00 UTC
BMW will present a new version of its
i3 Concept electric vehicle at the Paris Motor Show later this month. This time around, BMW is emphasizing its holistic approach to sustainability by focusing not just on the all-electric drivetrain and extensive use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic to reduce weight, but on the renewable materials employed to put the finishing touches on the high-tech interior. .. Continue Reading
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tableware made from sand - arsenicos by victor castanera
by: Designboom - Weblog, 2012-09-15 08:07:00 UTC
the series of bowls are made from casting plaster over naturally created divots in the sand on the beach.
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Material Gypsum that cleans VOC's out of the air published.
by: Design 4 Sustainability, 2012-09-28 06:50:44 UTC
AirRenew™ Gypsum Board is for use in interior walls and ceilings and is specially designed to offer a healthier living and working environment by improving ...
Product Transporting natural light to dark corners published.
by: Design 4 Sustainability, 2012-09-25 15:17:25 UTC
Parans brings indoor lighting systems powered by solar energy or more precise light. In the SP2 panels are placed outside a building to capture sunlight ...
Material unglazed homogeneous porcelain stoneware; Pico published.
by: Design 4 Sustainability, 2012-09-22 07:43:18 UTC
“Pico” focuses on revealing the matter as a substance itself - the compressed sand and minerals that constitute ceramic tiles. Intended to maintain ...
CaseStudy Conference: SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION 2012 published.
by: Design 4 Sustainability, 2012-09-21 09:33:59 UTC
The Centre for Sustainable Design organises the 17th International Conference "Towards Sustainable Product Design", this time its theme is *Resource ...
Product Growing a chair; Vegetal Chair published.
by: Design 4 Sustainability, 2012-09-20 16:52:08 UTC
In 19th century North America young trees were shaped over the course of several years until they adopted the contours of a chair. Ronan and Erwan ...
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