All things green and planet saving.
Having to adhere to a schedule means that you have to keep your eye on the time. Constantly needing to buy batteries or let a plug-in clock that resets when the power goes out can be a hassle. Wouldn�t it be nice to power your clock with something a little bit more natural? The Water Powered Clock can give you the peace of mind to know that your clock will never again flash 12:00 every time the power goes out….
Using a wireless keyboard has been an absolute joy. Not having to be tied to the desk and lounging back in my chair to do work has made work much more, enjoyable, if that is possible at all.� The only nightmare of using this kind of keyboard is the panic attack that ensues when the batteries die (which always happens in the middle of an important game). Logitech just made the wireless keyboard even more amazing thanks to utilizing solar…
One easy way that you can cut back on your electric bill is to switch your light bulbs out for ones that are more energy-efficient. This does have its drawbacks, of course. One of the biggest being the fact that energy-efficient bulbs tend to put out a lot less light. So if you’re forced to use more lights than before, you’re somewhat defeating the purpose of making the switch. However, this new Philips AmbientLED 12.5-watt A19 LED bulb might be…
Being �green� isn’t easy. If you want to use an alternative power source to charge your gadgets, it usually means carrying around something that is bulky and inconvenient. After all, harnessing the sun or wind isn’t the easiest of tasks. Well now if you want to keep a little extra juice around for emergencies, you can do so with a solar-powered keychain from Neon Green. This Piggy Power Bank keychain is only a little larger than your average fob, so…
There are tons of different docking stations out there. Some may look like a cute animal, and others may look like a very modern alarm clock, but for those of us that miss that nature feel, the pickings are slim. Thankfully there are some people out there that like natural materials more than plastic and metal. The people over at Woodtec have created a docking station that will go great with log cabin homes that have a more natural feel….
For anyone who lives a little ways out from normal society, water purity can be an issue. You don�t know what people upstream have done to the water that is just now getting to you. If you want to purify your water without having to purchase a huge filtration system that needs a new filter constantly, you might want to look into the Solarball. This simple plastic ball can purify about 3 quarts of water a day with ample amounts…
Everyone wants to cut down on their energy consumption, as it will help lower bills. It�s really difficult however, to find out what is sucking up the most energy in the house to try and use it less. Unless you have geek-rigged your home already to know exactly how much energy is being used and where, there�s a good chance you�ll need a little help finding out that information. Fujitsu had those of us who need that help in mind…
Trying to �go green� is a pretty big endeavor. If you�re already riding your bike to and from your daily routine places, then you�re on the right track. However, if you have to ride at night, you need a bike light, and especially one that�s not going to need new batteries all the time. Having to toss batteries isn�t good for the environment, or your wallet. The Blackburn Flea 2.0 USB Rechargeable Bike Light makes use of natural light to…
The PiCycle is an electric bike with attitude. It also has a built in charger, 25 mph top speed, a 20 mile range from a 3 hour charge and a price tag that will bring tears to your eyes. $2995.00 worth of tears to be precise. Well you did want to show off to the neighbours a little, right? PiCycle ST is ready to take on whatever terrain you put in its way. There’s two-wheel drive for the ultimate in…
It may be a bit of a stretch, but there�s no way this thing doesn�t have a death ray of some sort. The geeks at GreenCook in France have created a solar oven called the COOKUP200 that can be assembled in 10 minutes, and can cook full-blown meals. (If you know how to use it properly) I assume this is just a preliminary �for public use� item for sale to make money to build a giant death-ray. Even if I…
The WattsClever Alkaline Battery Charger is designed to charge up ordinary household batteries, like those dud Duracells you’ve got in the kitchen drawer. It manages to do this by using a microprocessor to minutely control the trickle charge so the batteries don’t overheat and die. Apparently you can recharge batteries up to 20 times, although their capacity will diminish each time you do. Not cheap at $50.95/£31.97, but could be worth it if you’re forever throwing away dud toy…
If you’ve ever built your own PC, you know that there are a lot of things to consider when making a purchase. There are a good number of parts, each demanding a pretty penny. If you’re on a tight budget, you need to cut corners where you can, without sacrificing too much power. One of the first things to get bumped down on the list is the case. You can spend hundreds of dollars on a fancy one, or you…
Seeing that it’s still really cold outside, my mind is on the summer months. Of course, the warmer months aren’t all fun and games. Instead of bundling up, you’re trying to stay cool. One great way to do so is by taking a dip in the pool, should you have one at your disposal. The downside of having a pool in your yard is all of the upkeep. Every day you have to skim it, then vacuum it rather often…
There are times when having plants can be a hassle because it doesn�t rain enough. One drought can force you to make the decision between letting your plants die or driving up your water bill to nauseating heights. There�s always the option of rain barrels, but you still have to manually water the flowers, and if you�re got a full schedule, you might not have the time to. That�s why the RainPerfect is an optimal choice with its self-contained eco-friendly…
Birds can be beautiful creatures, which is why it’s never good to hear a thump against your sliding glass door. That sound generally means that one of our feathered friends has struck the glass, thinking it was safe to fly through. So how does one stop this from happening? There are a number of methods, one simple and cheap way is by using these Window Alert UV decals on your windows. The idea behind these is that the birds will…
