Morph My City Challenge
by: Sustainable Design News, 2012-04-08 09:41:04 UTC
Morph My City Challenge (MMCC) is a two-part innovation competition that will encourage and reward radical new approaches to sustainable urban planning.
The Challenge consists of two prizes, both calling for innovative solutions for sustainable designing problems.
Straighten up and fly right – Philips' ErgoSensor monitor corrects your posture
by: Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine, 2012-04-10 17:34:53 UTC
Anyone who regularly uses a computer for long periods of time can likely attest to the importance of proper computer-use posture. Sitting in the wrong position, or having your keyboard or screen improperly located, can result in strain to the eyes, hands, wrists, neck or back. While we may try to establish a good pose when first sitting down at our machine, it’s all too easy to get wrapped up in what we’re doing, and gradually slip into our old ergonomically-unfriendly hunches or slouches. That’s where Philips’ new ErgoSensor display steps in – it actually monitors the user, and lets them know when they need to correct their posture...
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PE International’s SoFi 5 Software Aims to Enhance Enterprise Sustainability Performance
by: Environmental Leader, 2012-04-10 14:10:11 UTC
Sustainable business software provider PE International has launched a new version of its SoFi software, SoFi 5. The newest version is capable of intuitively determining a company’s needs and responding appropriately with “peer-tested and verified solutions,” the company says. The SoFi software is designed to help sustainability executives move their organizations towards a better understanding [...]
The Electric DeLorean Could Hit the Market Next Year
by: Eco Geek Latest, 2012-04-09 21:35:07 UTC
Yes, you read that right. An all-electric DeLorean made its debut at the New York Auto Show last week and not just as a cool concept, but with an actual plan for production -- and soon. According to Autoblog, DeLorean Motor Company president Stephen Wynne said the DMCev should hit the market in early 2013.
The production model will feature a so-called "Flux Power" 32-kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack and will have a max speed of 125 mph and a range of 100 miles. The EV will be able to go from 0 - 60 mph in under six seconds and the price tag is expected to be a steep $95,000.
The carmaker is currently testing different motor/inverter combinations for the EV and has about 200 pounds to shave off the prototype before a production model is ready for the road. When those problems have been solved, the DMCev will be built in Houston, TX. Check out the video above of a ride in the prototype.
Transformer Pants Have Built-In Dining Table
by: TreeHugger Design, 2012-04-09 15:22:00 UTC
Never not have a place to eat again, if you are wearing Pic Nic Pants.
14 Charming, Eco-Friendly Flats Guaranteed To Put A Spring In Your Step
by: Inhabitat , 2012-04-07 14:21:18 UTC
Letting your feet breathe after a long winter filled with wool socks and boots is one of spring’s sweetest gifts and a new pair of charming ballet flats are a great first step to letting those feet loose! They are cute, comfortable, and go with almost anything. Check out our 14 favorite eco-friendly (and mostly vegan!) flats and treat yourself to a guilt-free ‘spring is here’ present!
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Nest Thermostat Gets a Software Upgrade
by: Jetson Green, 2012-04-05 23:15:31 UTC
The launch of the Nest Learning Thermostat back in October 2011 created a ton of interest in residential thermostats, and the gadget’s been installed in all sorts of green homes (including the C6 Prefab). Today, Nest Labs announced improvements to the new display with an automatic software update that will be pushed to all thermostat owners.
The improvements include enhanced Energy History, Airwave, and more information and control through applications available on the iPhone, Android phones, and online.
Airwave is a new feature that can help save up to 30% on cooling costs. Airwave takes advantage of a cooled AC compressor by shutting down the compressor while keeping the fan running to circulate air.
In addition, Energy History now shows 10 days worth of heating and cooling activity and the impact of weather, adjustments, and Away settings.
Other than these improvements to Nest software, you may have heard that Honeywell sued Nest Labs in connection with the alleged infringement of seven patents. Gigaom is tracking the details of that lawsuit, so we’ll just have to see what happens on that front.
[+] More about the new updates released by Nest Labs.
Credits: Nest Labs.
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Material Matters: A Future Furniture Fair
by: Sustainable Design News, 2012-04-07 08:51:55 UTC
Our economic system is in turmoil. Our resources are becoming scarce. In the meantime, we stick to the same economic models, producing more products, producing more waste.
What if, in an alternative economic model, income tax is replaced with tax on raw materials? What would this mean for the design industry?
Live, Interactive Wind Energy Map is a Thing of Beauty
by: Eco Geek Latest, 2012-04-02 20:08:13 UTC
Two of Google's finest, Fernanda B. Viégas and Martin Wattenberg, have created an interactive map of the country's wind energy that is both hypnotic and hopeful. The map uses data from the National Digital Forecast Database to provide hourly visual updates of wind patterns and speed across the U.S.
The creators made the map to illustrate that "an invisible, ancient source of energy surrounds us—energy that powered the first explorations of the world, and that may be a key to the future." That's the hopeful part. Looking at all of the wind energy churning around the country is enough to make anyone excited about installing wind turbines wherever we can.
Viégas and Wattenberg would like to eventually map more regions and even the entire globe if they can find suitable sources of live wind data. Click here to see the map in real time.
via CleanTechnica
Baguette Table Is Made Out Of Stale Bread
by: TreeHugger Design, 2012-04-09 13:44:00 UTC
This is one way to "Start a discussion about food waste."
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