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Oriental Hornet: Expert Solar Power Harvester

Syndicated — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:37:21 +0000

Do you know who is the most competent solar power expert, according to a research team from Tel Aviv University? It is the humble common Oriental hornet found in our gardens! Much to the astonishment of the scientists and researchers, the hornet utilizes solar power much like a plant and it produces electricity. [...] Read More...

Posted in: Environment, PhotoVoltaics, Solar Power

Brooklyn Bridge Park: Greenest Destination in New York City

Syndicated — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 23:35:40 +0000

New York City’s Brooklyn Bridge Park is getting even greener with the addition of a solar powered electric vehicle (EV) charging station – the first of its kind in New York City. Brooklyn Bridge Park has already added a number of green areas with lush grass, making it a great spot for both locals [...] Read More...

Posted in: Environment, Politics, Solar Power

Pepsi’s New Green PET Bottle

Syndicated — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 00:20:45 +0000

PepsiCo is one of the leading food and beverage businesses in the world. Since 2010, it has been focusing on protecting the earth’s natural energy resources with competent use of soil, water, power and finding and focusing on innovative ways to do so. Recently PepsiCo developed the world’s first plastic bottle made entirely from [...] Read More...

Posted in: Environment, Industry, Inventions

South Saigon Yacht Park: Modern and Green Clean Living

Syndicated — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 07:42:14 +0000

Vietnam is setting an example in setting up a stunning green center with the ongoing project called South Saigon Yacht Park. Right in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, the state capital, plans are afoot to create a green oasis to spread the message of green revolution across the country. This Yacht Park [...] Read More...

Posted in: Environment, Industry

The Empire State Building: Brighter & Greener

Syndicated — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 07:20:48 +0000

Yes, as of 2011, The Empire State Building, one of the world’s largest buildings has achieved the distinction of becoming the largest buyer of green renewable wind power. The Empire State Building will be using more than 100 million kWh of wind energy in the coming couple of years approximately. It will be totally [...] Read More...

Posted in: Environment, Solar Power, Wind Power

Flat Tower: Innovative Architectural Solution

Syndicated — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 07:04:12 +0000

High-rise buildings and skyscrapers have been the most favored architectural solutions for highly populated cities. It is a commendable idea for combining height – growing more vertically – and for its small footprint without hogging precious soil which is at a premium in most cities. But sporadic eruptions of skyscrapers do not add to [...] Read More...

Posted in: Environment, Industry, Inventions

Will Robots Clean Up Future Oil Spills?

Syndicated — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 07:01:17 +0000

Cleaning oil spills can be costly business. If eco-friendly robots can take over and clean all the mess it will be good for marine life and humans too. MIT is developing Seaswarm robots that will utilize a special substance to absorb and collect oil from the sea surface. If everything turns out well, these [...]
Posted in: Environment, Future Energy

Silver State Dishing Out Golden Geothermal Power

Syndicated — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 09:27:23 +0000

Nevada is poised to lead in producing energy from geothermal heat sources in the entire US. Presently playing second fiddle to California, the day is not far off when it will overtake California in converting geothermal heat into electricity. Nevada is experiencing a rush of developers who have already companies producing power or with [...]
Posted in: Environment, Geothermal Energy, Industry

USPS Goes Green

Syndicated — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:20:01 +0000

In strict adherence to guidelines released by the Department of Energy, the United States Postal Service gets on a fast track to reach the goal for energy reduction. Green roofs, green buildings and an optimally efficient management system of energy consumption form part of the energy-reduction strategy. Power Guzzlers: Use of air conditioning is one [...]
Posted in: Environment, Industry, Transportation

Synthetic Fuel from CO2 and Solar Energy?

Syndicated — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 07:09:54 +0000

Really amazing are the innovative ways solar power is put into use. Now a team of scientists working in Sandia National Laboratories is focusing on exploring basic steps to make synthetic liquid fuel with the help of solar panels. The goal is that this will help considerably reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Conversion goals: The team [...]
Posted in: Biofuels, Environment, Solar Power