Monthly Archive for Januar, 2012
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s time to start planning your oh-so-special evening. May we suggest adding a little eco spice to your heart-filled holiday? Roses may be nice and chocolates may be tasty, but these 14 sexy sustainable skivvies will really light your fire. Be kind to the Earth — and make Cupid blush — this Valentine’... weiterlesen...
While cycling is undoubtedly fun and a great way to keep fit, we all know dangerous it can be if you don’t take safety precautions — yet so many cyclists still don’t wear their helmets! A common excuse is that they are such a pain to carry around, but perhaps this neat fold-up device will encourage more cyclists to protect their heads. It simply folds into a c... weiterlesen...
We’ve seen old airplanes recycled into hotels, homes, and restaurants, but Paul Coudamy is taking things piece by piece with his incredible F-light. The designer has transformed the walls of an old Airbus A300 into a luminous hanging lamp that is sure to take command of any office.
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You have to feel sorry for celebrities – if it wasn’t hard enough being constantly chased by the paparazzi and deciding what to do with their millions of dollars, it appears that when it comes to environmental matters, the public prefers to listen to the opinions of business leaders and politicians rather than theirs. Take Leonardo DiCaprio – despite ... weiterlesen...
Apple has been in hot water ever since a long and detailed New York Times report came out highlighting abuses and environmental hazards during the manufacture of its products in China. From chronically overworked employees and extremely hazardous working conditions to overcrowding in dormitories and low pay, the article has unleashed a resounding criticism of Apple and specula... weiterlesen...
Read the rest of Amazing Cathedral Made From 55,000 LEDs Rises at Belgium’s Festival of Lights
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Read the rest of University of Texas Students Integrate Sustainability and Education With Africa’s Promise Village School
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The House Transportation Bill will be revealed today, and it already has alternative transportation activists across the country up in arms about the funnels tons of cash into highway improvements and programs, cuts any federal obligation for programs “not in the federal interest” which includes bike and pedestrian programs, increases the size of trucks allowed on hi... weiterlesen...
This watery blue chair by Pawel Grunert is as refreshing as the liquid that was once contained in the plastic bottles it’s made from. Called the SIE43 Chair, the piece was constructed for the ‘Eco Trans Pop’ exhibition at the Colombari Gallery in Milan, Italy. Grunert created a stainless steel frame to which he affixed dozens of PET bottles to create the cascade of blu... weiterlesen...
by Jeff WardellAny traveler who’s been drawn to the magical desolation and unique energy of Iceland and its people knows that finding interesting places to stay has been quite a challenge. Last May this all changed thanks to Kex Hostel, a new hostel concept that was an instant hit with locals and tourists alike. There are 16 bunk-bedded dorm rooms—and if you aren&rsq... weiterlesen...
Read the rest of Siemens’ Middle East Headquarters Will Be An Energy Efficient Model for Masdar City
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On Friday, as part of a federal investigation, BP released a series of internal e-mails sent directly after the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded and started to leak oil into the Gulf of Mexico that seem to reveal that the company new just how disastrous the situation could be. The day of the spill, BP had an expert model the situation at the Deepwater Horizon well and the mode... weiterlesen...
Read the rest of Confused Direction’s Silverbeaver Hausboot is a Sustainable Floating Home
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Post tags: "energy efficiency", Bullerjan Oven, confused direction, Confused Direction Design, Daylighting, eco design, Floating Home, germany, green design, green materials, Hausboot, house boat, hunt river, insulation, locally s... weiterlesen...
Do you Pinterest? Good, ‘cause so do we. In fact we’re a little obsessed and we’ve been using it to keep track of our favorite green gift ideas, DIY activities, holiday goodies, and inspirational projects. Pinning has become one of our new favorite ways to procrastinate and we’d love for you to follow our boards. So what are you waiting for? Start pinning... weiterlesen...
Read the rest of DIY: Make Your Own Adorable Clothespin Wedding Cake Toppers
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Read the rest of Cocoon_FS: Pohl Architects Unveils Prefab Plankton-Inspired Pod Building in Germany
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