Bento Box on a Daily Basis
by: Yanko Design, 2012-06-13 08:34:08 UTC
I love steam-cooking food and if you keep scores with Masterchef (or Hell’s Kitchen) you soon realize that ‘keeping it simple’, is always the winning dish. Adding to the simplicity is this Bento Box portable steamer and lunchbox. In one clean sweep you get to cook a delicious healthy meal that stays fresh and vibrant. The box uses induction cooking elements and steams water through the course of the body. Different parts of the meal like vegetables, protein, and grains are separated into various containers for easy cooking.
Bento heats up the assembly’s base using inductive technology, creating steam from water added to the grains in the bottom container. The steam naturally rises up the assembly, simultaneously cooking the grains as well as the contents of the top two containers. The double-walled containers act like a thermos and keep the contents warm. It also features a built-in timer, which allows it to be programmed to begin cooking at a desired time.
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Transformation to a Green Economy Through Green Buildings and Resource Efficient Cities
by: Sustainable Design News, 2012-06-07 08:18:48 UTC
Transformation to a Green Economy through Green Buildings and Resource Efficient Cities: Key Messages from North America is a new report released by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the United Nations Environment Programme's Regional Office for North America (UNEP RONA) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD).
The report is a synthesis of stakeholder perspectives from five major North American cities visited on USGBC's The Road to Rio +20 engagement event series.
Naturoscopie by Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
by: mocoloco, 2012-06-11 05:10:39 UTC
Designer Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance will be showing a series of objects infused with a sense of nature, but made entirely of synthetic materials, at Design Miami/Basel this week.
Be Ready for Anything with Take Out Furniture, it's Perfect For Preppers
by: TreeHugger Design, 2012-06-11 16:49:00 UTC
Clever idea from Finnish designer combines portable storage with fixed dresser unit
Solar Power Program Will Bring Electricity to Remote Villages in India
by: Eco Geek Latest, 2012-06-07 19:19:41 UTC
A new initiative by SunEdison will see the installation of distributed solar power plants around India, bringing electricity to areas that have never had it before. Through the program, called Eradication of Darkness, SunEdison will design, install and manage the solar power systems in remote villages across the country.
According to the United Nations, one in five people in the world do not have electricity and over 400,000 of these people live in India. Lack of electricity limits education and economic opportunities and makes populations more vulnerable to sickness and famine.
Already the solar company has installed a 14-kilowatt solar energy plant in Meerwada, India that is supplying electricity to 400 villagers that were relying on kerosene lamps for light and walking 3 km for drinking water.
The program will be implemented in stages as funding from government grants and private investors and corporations, as well as logistical partners, are acquired. As of now, 29 villages in the Guna District have been identified for the next phase of installations.
An integral part of the program is educating the villages' residents on solar power and electricity, including safety training,
“As challenging as logistics are in rural electrification, it is important that residents have a voice in the development, deployment and management of a solution,” said Pashupathy Gopalan, Managing Director, South Asia and Sub-Saharan Operations, SunEdison. “We have worked very hard to understand their needs and provide education about the possibilities of electricity. We believe education is one of the most important aspects to ensuring the project’s success.”
via Press Release
An early look at Gajah's child-friendly tablet
by: Crave Green tech, 2012-06-08 19:57:50 UTC
An Android tablet designed for children.
(Credit:
Vincent Chang/CNET Asia)
TAIPEI, Taiwan--Singapore-based Gajah International showed up at Computex here to hawk its award-winning tablets and e-book readers to manufacturing partners. Despite touting its latest Computex design awards -- this is the third consecutive year Gajah has snagged wins at the trade show -- we don't know of any major brands that actually source their designs from the company.
While Gajah's latest design wins included a touch-screen e-book reader with a 6-inch e-Ink display and a 9.7-inch Android tablet running Ice Cream Sandwich, we found the company's attempt to develop a kid-friendly tablet more interesting.
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Eco-click and scroll with Bondidea's solar optical mouse
by: Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine, 2012-06-07 19:18:07 UTC
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solar-powered computer mouse as long ago as 2007, I think it's fair to say that such solutions haven't exactly taken off. One reason could be a fear of being left unable to click and scroll if there's not enough light to juice up the I/O peripheral. Bondidea's N91 wireless optical mouse gets round any potential power fail anxiety by running from either battery or the built-in PV panel... Continue Reading
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Nike, Random Hacks of Kindess Partner on Online Sustainable Materials Tool
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Paper Planet Collection to make your home more Eco friendly
by: Ecofriend, 2012-06-02 11:06:06 UTC
Jaspreet Kaur Walia:
Paper has long been associated with printing and writing. But, in this internet world the same white sheet has lost its charm. Designer Katja Hettler and architect Jula Tüllmann of Tüllmann studio, based in Berlin,have come up with a unique collection named Paper Planet, which will add a touch of sumptuousness to your interiors with its eco friendly nature. As the name spells, Paper Planet is an appealing creation that has been fashioned out of recycled paper.
Paper Planet
Origami art has always managed to mesmerize people. The duo used this in a clever way and came up with the exquisite collection by using their knowledge of knitting, stacking and weaving paper. They exploited the potential of paper in an artistic way, which has been made to ooze a tasteful and fashionable aura, ruled by simple designing. The elegant recycled paper collection comprises of lighting, which has been heavily inspired by origami. These will brighten up the room in a clean and green way, as light flickers through the delicate curves and creates a mesmerizing effect.
The shades look pretty normal at first, but a closer look will reveal the beauty they come injected with. These origami-inspired shades comprise of colored strings, which give the design added vivaciousness. It comprises of fine vein patterns that does a lot to add subtle touches of sophistication and style. But, what will really leave people gasping are the chairs made using paper rope and knitted fibers. These chairs have a very sturdy frame and look as if plastic has been used to complete the gorgeous look. Place it in the living room or the lawn, the seating is bound to fetch unending praises because of its uniqueness.
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Paper Planet-A collection of recycled paper items
The handmade designs exude warmth and lend a whimsically sensuous appeal to the space at hand. The use of organic materials for creating modern designs is worth applauding. Paper Planet collection, with quirky details, will jazz up any environment with its presence. These items were received with a lot of positive response and admiration at the Noho Design District, New York, recently.
Via: Fastcodesign
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