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Have you ever wondered what the numbers in triangles stamped onto plastic containers stand for? These numbers represent the type of plastic used in manufacturing the containers. These are useful to us for 2 reasons. Firstly it helps when trying to sort recycling trash. Secondly it helps in determining which containers are suitable and safe for reuse, for example we all like to reuse bottles for drinking water. Type 1 and 7 are recommended for one time use only, and is what most bottled waters come in. Types 2, 4 and 5 are ok for reuse and don’t leak...
There is just something about a wood case that gives electronics an heirloom feeling. Perhaps if cell phones were a bit warmer, a little heavier, a little earthier, people might keep them longer than the average 18 months before upgrading again. NTT DOCOMO might be wondering the same thing, as the company has introduced two prototype cell phones encased in waste wood. NTT DOCOMO states the cases are made of compressed cypress surplus wood from trees culled during thinning operations to maintain healthy forests. That material source alone is enough to assure they’ll never come to market unless in a small, exclusive number....
We’ve seen our fair share of backyard retreats, but Manuel Villa’s Habitable Polyhedron shapes up to be one of the most unique dwellings we’ve come across. Designed as an escape for young families: parents and their newborn, the Habitable Polyhedron offers respite from day to day household activities in a family’s back garden in Bogota, Columbia. One windowed side of the polyhedron opens to a teak deck leading into nature; and a skylight casts natural light on a workspace and sofa inside. Once the child grows up, the space may accommodate him in the same manner as would a treehouse or playhouse. HIT FROM: Inhabitat.com...
The Peugeot BB1 Concept car has certainly interested its would-be customers and the blogosphere alike. We’ve come across assorted speculations trying to make it green forcibly. Just to put all buzz to an end, Peugeot has released its all ins and outs. The BB1 concept-car is a 2.5 m solar/electric vehicle, which aims to slither along the urban traffic conditions. A 3.5m turning circle speaks a lot about its maneuverability! It comes equipped with two lithium-ion battery packs located under the right and left-hand rear seats. These supply sufficient energy to the respective electric motors to keep them going for...
Image via Case-Mate Red Ferret pointed us to this 99 cent iPhone skin, saying it’s the iPhone’s ugliest, cheapest accessory. While that may be true, it actually is a really cool case for at least three reasons. 1. You can make it yourself If you don’t want to spend 99 cents, you can make something similar yourself. That actually is a greener option because despite the fact that this thing is cheap and is free to ship, there’s the carbon footprint of getting it to your house. Considering the company posts an animation of the cutout being folded into the case, we’re thinking you can...
In the case of designer Brian Marshall, playing with toys all day really can culminate in a career. Inspired by a childhood spent building with Legos and Lincoln Logs, Marshall’s imagination unearthed the beauty in found items and he crafted an eco-inspired motley crew of robots currently awaiting adoption in the world’s first robot orphanage. Made from discarded objects including lamps, clocks, silverware and cameras, these personable robots range in persona from formidable to fun-loving. But they all have the common thread of having their parts spared from a landfill to bring thoughtful decor and character to green families with a soft spot...
Now you too can drive the same car as celebrities! Okay, this one is a bit old (from last April), but we missed it the first time around. And to think! We used to believe that people bought Prius hybrids for the lower emissions and good MPG. But no! The real reason is that they want to get laid. But I wonder, will the upcoming plug-in Prius be even better at attracting a mate? Via Current...
Here comes a geeky gadget that you cannot afford to miss. If you love your car, you would certainly like to pamper it with a new hands-free car kit that is easy on your pocket and the environment. The Solar Powered Bluetooth Handsfree HCC100 Car Kit version v2.1 is a tiny, striking little device that maintains the eco-friendly factor by juicing up the battery through solar power. It incorporates features like fast and easy pairing with mobile phones, voice recognition, voice dialing and seamless communication guaranteeing hands-free communication. This Bluetooth Handsfree Car Kit version v2.1 not only powers up the battery...
The Reclaim – Samsung and service partner Sprint’s newest green phone – has innovative features that go beyond the bare bones that similar products like Motorola’s W233 Renew phone offers. This eco-conscious smart-phone is 80 percent recyclable and made mostly of corn-based bio-plastics, but that’s not all this compact phone has up its green sleeves. I really really really want one!!!!!! ***(Although there may be some criticism on the sustainability factor of the maize-made material, you can’t deny that Samsung has made giant efforts to produce a product that is not only green, but also services the needs of today’s consumer. Most of us rely on our cellular telephone as...
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