Many of us might play with the notion that climate change is a new phenomenon, but such is not the case at all. It happened in the past, and if the latest findings are true, then climate change could have been the destruction of an entire civilization.
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Eco ATM will give you cash for recycling old mobile phones
Do you have an old cellphone lying around with no intention of being used again? Well, you might be able to make a few dollars from that device with this latest recycling method for mobile phones known as Eco ATMs.
Read MoreThis robot could beat you at chess if you’re a novice
Your chess playing skills are off the charts, but you have no one to play with because your family and friends believe chess is for nerds. Not to worry, ChessBot is more than willing to play a few rounds of chess any time of the day.
Read MoreMulti-colored toxic snow is causing concern in Russia
When we think of snow, what usually comes to mind is that lovely fluffy stuff that is white and chilly. But what if suddenly there were multiple different colors involved in the snow thing? The Russian city of Pervouralsk is currently covered in snow, but in some parts of the city, citizens are witnessing the fall of “green snow.” Yep, we’re not making this up.
Read MoreLake Erie is the first US lake to gain human rights – hooray for progress
Something rather interesting happened recently, and it could change things considerably as far as environmental protection is concerned. You see the good citizens of Ohio City voted to give their local lake the same rights as a human being.
Read MoreCosy Cactus Cat Tree – a soft cactus tree for cat is what love is all about
Cats are selfish creatures, but when they are ready, they’ll come for a long hug to keep you happy and smiling. But sometimes we’re not in the mood for snuggling up or playing with our cats, so what’s the alternative?
Read MoreUK government plans massive recycling scheme for the future
One would think that since the United Kingdom (UK) is a first-world country with all the benefits that come with that position, the nation would likely have a more environmentally friendly way to dispose of waste. But unfortunately, as things stand that’s definitely not the case. But change is at hand. According to a report from SkyNews, Environment Secretary Michael Gove is preparing to publish details on the government’s plan to put a renewed focus into recycling come next week. The…
Read MoreProof that humans are the cause of Climate Change is now definite
Hello there. If you are among the folks who truly believe Climate Change is caused by humans, then take a seat in the back. For the others who are still on the fence about the matter, then take a seat at the front and let’s discuss something. OK, so we’ve long known that up to 97 percent of all climate scientists agree that humans are the cause of Climate Change. However new information recently revealed has made a more definitive…
Read More‘Digit’ from Agility Robotics: is this your new delivery guy….er robot?
Package delivery is usually done by humans, but the future has something else in mind and it’s all about humanoid robots and other forms. A company known as Agility Robotics is showing off “Digit,” it’s first bipedal robot with four degrees-of-arms-movement.
Read MoreCan we transform carbon emissions into rare Earth metals?
Leaching rare earth metals from ore is not an easy task, but it’s necessary because these metals are important for creating electric motors for EVs, wind turbines, and other types of electronics. Now, because more cities and countries around the world are making plans to take advantage of renewable energy, the need for rare Earth metals is increasing at a rapid pace, and that means researchers must find new ways gain access to these elements.
Read More30 million solar panels could cover Florida by 2030
Renewable energy is the focus of many countries, and right now the easiest tool to get things done, are solar panels. This industry is set to boost, and this is evident with a plan to have up to 30 million solar panels installed throughout Florida by 2030.
Read MoreGiddel: The robot designed for cleaning your dirty toilets
Are you too lazy to clean your toilet? Or maybe you’re just not keen on getting your hands dirty. Well, this product is perfect for you and anyone else that is similar to you. For centuries we’ve been cleaning our own toilets or paying others to do the dirty deed. But that could all come to an end with the Giddel.
Read MoreMIND KIT: A modular robotics programming platform for developers
Robots are the future, this much we can all agree on, even if it fills us with ‘I’ll be back’ unease. So it makes perfect sense for students to learn robotics immediately, and what better way to do this than with an actual robot? We hear you cry.
Read MoreUtomik aims to deliver the first Netflix for games
Netflix is the most popular place to stream movies and TV shows, and it’s easy to see why. Because of this success, other companies have been attempting to follow suit. We’re looking at you Amazon Video. But what about video games, can this medium find similar success where streaming is concerned?
Read MoreHow to have a conversation about Climate Change
Understanding climate change and the effect it has on our planet is not easy, especially for those who refuse to accept it. We all have our own belief and understanding of what is happening to the world. So changing people’s minds requires patience and the ability to walk away if all doors are shut. So the big question right now is, how can we have a conversation with non-believers about climate change with the hopes they’ll change their mind? Well,…
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