Fluorescent light bulbs seem like a great way to save on energy with lighting, right? Well yes, but there are a couple of big concerns when using them. Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs) are so fragile that they often break, and when they do, it’s not just shattered glass that will hit the floor, but mercury...
Nix Digital have created the first ever motion sensing digital photo frame which will switch itself on when you pass within 2.5 metres in front of it. The interval timer can be set from between 1 minute to 24 hours before the photo frame switches itself off again. Alternatively, you can use the provided remote...
The is probably one of the most advanced eco and educational toys you’ll ever see for children. Basically the car is powered using hydrogen gas, and can reach speeds of up to 6 miles an hour (which is a scale speed equivalent to 80mph!).
Macally has launched some sustainable bamboo cooling stands for laptops. The stands are designed to go onto your desk, with the laptop on top of the stand. The stand includes two USB-powered 2.5″ (5cm) fans to help dissipate heat away from your laptop. There are two models, the (fixed height) and (adjustable height).
The combines a digital programmable timer (for controlling when your gadgets are switched on and off) with an energy consumption meter. The programmable timer allows you to schedule a full weeks worth of on and off switching of your gadgets, where each day can be a different to the next.
The Eco 7 Folding Bike is the concept design of Victor Aleman in Mexico. The Eco 7 is designed to be taken on planes and other transportation where space is a significant problem. Once you reach you destination, you unfold your bike and enjoy the great outdoors!
Getting the kids interested in the environment with eco-friendly toys is a great idea. The will keep the children occupied for a few days at least, as the toy helps children to learn about solar energy and motors. The kit includes all the parts needed to construct a boat that powers itself along water using...
Most solar powered security lights automatically switch on when motion is detected, however, the is a little different in that it is switched on and off via a keyfob remote control. The battery is charged up via the solar panel during the day, and a fully charged battery gives you around 3 hours of continuous...
Konarka Industries have partnered with German retailer Neuber to create lightweight Energy Sun-Bags, which are fitted with a 1.4W solar panel that can charge most portable gadgets that need a charging power supply up to 5V at 600mA. The Sun-Bags can charge the usual gadgets, such as MP3 players, cameras, phones, games consoles, etc.
It was about a year ago when I reported on the YoGen Max, which is as foot-powered laptop charger. However, Easy Energy are at it again with their YoGen Hand-Powered Gadget Charger. The YoGen charger charges virtually any mobile gadget by using a draw and release mechanism.
