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Eco Friendly June 9, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

GE Hybrid Electric Water Heater – world’s first Energy Star water heater

The new GE Hybrid Electric Water Heater – set to premiere in late 2009 -gives you the hot water you want, using half the energy you’d expect. The system takes natural heat from the ambient air and transfers it into the water, thereby saving around $250 per year in heat-up costs. The electronic control system gives you set and forget control, and the onboard sensors enable the device to self-monitor and notify the homeowner of potential problems. This trendy looking…

cool tech June 2, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

Xerox’s ColorQube 9200 printer – an environmental winner

Xerox has launched the environmentally friendly ColorCube 9200 multifunction color printer. The company claims that the super advanced technology of ‘the world’s first tabloid/A3-size solid ink advanced MFP’ will reduce waste up to 90 percent, cut printing costs by 62%, use up to 50 percent less paper with auto duplex, and produce 12% fewer GHG than comparable copiers. Whew! As if that’s not enough it ships in a super reduced amount of packaging (7 times less than comparable printers). Available…

but is it art? June 1, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

Photo Shower Curtains – a new way to strut your stuff!

Cameraphiles and amateur photographers rejoice! Now you can take your prize pics and turn them into awesome shower curtains! PhotoShowerCurtain manufactures one-of-a-kind, custom fabric shower curtains from your unique photo images and custom digital designs. The curtains are created by using a sublimation process that fuses the image into the fabric, making a permanent, extremely durable, high detail image. The curtains can be laundered over and over again with no shrinkage or fading. Single orders are $149 – $199…

Eco Friendly May 19, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

FlameDisk Charcoal Alternative – a creative but dubious use of Ethanol

Marketed as eco-friendly, the FlameDisk Charcoal Alternative claims to reduces carbon monoxide output by 99% and deliver 91 percent lower VOC. Oh and it comes in recyclable packaging. So now you can grill large animal parts safe in the knowledge that you are almost, but not quite, saving your planet at the same time. Pass the mustard! Available in a 5-pack for $19.90. Grilling aficionados will really flip for the FlameDisk 5-pack Charcoal Alternative. Fuelled by solid ethanol, the FlameDisk provides a grilling experience that’s…

hmm..interesting May 15, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

Ecofont – another way to help the environment?

Ecofont, is a free downloadable font which apparently uses up to 20% less ink than conventional fonts. It’s been designed to mimic the famous Swiss cheese format (as in holey), after the developers discovered that a font with small holes in the middle would maintain a letter’s readability while using less ink. Use it in low res draft mode on recycled paper and you’re half-way towards doing your eco angel duties for the day. Ecofont is compatible with Mac OSX,…

Eco Friendly May 13, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

Casio Edifice Solar Watch – more power and a fair amount of glory

Casio’s newest Wave Ceptor watch – the Edifice 3D Chronograph EQW-M1000DB-1A – is a solar powered, radio controlled time magician designed for non-stop, self-adjusting performance. The dual-layered stripped back dial face gives it just the right amount of macho to suit testosterone fueled buyers, and the 100m water resistance means they’ll never suffer from foggy glass blues after a swim session. The solar power system combines a solar panel with a rechargeable large capacity battery, and goodies like a 24-hour…

Fun & Games May 6, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

An Electric Hummer that Can Get 100 MPG? – say it ain’t so!

Those who love big cars but still want to remain eco-friendly take heart! The H3 Electric Hummer premiered last week at the 2009 SAE International World Congress in Detroit. Billed as being greener than a Prius in clover, with a 40 mile all-electric range and fuel efficiency over 100 mpg, the prototype uses Raser Technologies’ plug-in hybrid E-REV (Extended-Range Electric Vehicle) 200KW advanced AC induction motor connected to a 4WD transmission. Will it fly? Well let’s just say the odds…

hmm..interesting May 4, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

Envirobank’s Reverse Vending Machine – simplifying recycling

Envirobank’s “cash for cans” reverse vending machines, hold up to 3000 containers and accept PET (#1),HDPE (#2) and PVC (#3) plastic, brown, clear and green glass and aluminum cans. In return, depositors get credits for discount shopping. Envirobank says their machines cut CO2 emissions, reduces waste disposal and collection costs, even provides advertising and fund raising opportunities. Expect to see these in shopping malls, groceries and other public places very soon.

Eco Friendly April 24, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

My Eex (My Emissions Exchange), lets you Reduce Emissions and Earn Carbon Credits

Companies can sell carbon credits. Now you can too! My Emissions Exchange lets you calculate your home’s carbon footprint, find ways to reduce it, earn Carbon Credits, track your progress, then sell those credits to companies who need them. Carbon credits have to be certified to be sold. MyEex certifies them, then sells to the highest bidder. Reducing your home’s carbon emissions saves energy, so you’ll win twice! Register at MyEmissionExchange and fill in your previous year’s electric and heating…

Eco Friendly April 20, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

E-Z Clean Rack – low tech but efficient germ zapper

Sponges and dishtowels are a top source of household bacteria and germs which makes the E-Z Clean Rack a bit of a health nanny. It uses heat from the dishwasher or microwave to disinfect and sanitize sponges and dishrags, elimiinates odors, reduces cross contamination and killing 99 percent of bacteria without using chemicals. The patent-pending, polypropylene device fits like a plate in the microwave or dishwasher. Debuted at the 2009 International Home & Housewares Show, it’s available for an introductory…

Eco Friendly April 13, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

TimberFish � creating sustainable pollution-free food

The idea that wood can be converted into fish food sounds like science fiction. But TimberFish http://www.timberfishtech.com�in western New York state aims to do just that with its innovative proprietary biotechnology platform. This new technology involves sustainably harvesting wood, converting it into already existing microbes, drying the residue, then splitting the difference � half becoming fish food, half to create energy. TimberFish�s technology platform could transform food production on a global scale and could potentially be applied to any fish…

Eco Friendly April 6, 2009 posted by Debra Atlas

Natural Cures – healthy natural living via your iPhone

The Natural Cures application for the iPhone is a free application that comes with a database of advice and guidance on staying healthy and whole. Just throw in all your symptoms, ailments and shoe size and out pops a handy recommended treatment protocol. The application comes with a variety of comprehensive information – listing health conditions from A to Z, nutritional information, and provides answers to over 100 health issues. It even offers weekly health and research updates. The freeware…

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