TED: Tristram Stuart: The global food waste scandal - Tristram Stuart (2012)
by: TEDTalks (video), 2012-09-16 13:57:08 UTC
Western countries throw out nearly half of their food, not because it’s inedible -- but because it doesn’t look appealing. Tristram Stuart delves into the shocking data of wasted food, calling for a more responsible use of global resources.
EcoAcupuncture: Urban Interventions
by: VEIL - Victorian Eco Innovation Lab, 2012-09-13 06:43:08 UTC
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Beijing Design Week 2012: Linlinsays and Jellymon in Dashilar
by: Core77, 2012-09-29 04:00:00 UTC
When Lin Lin, co-founder of the Chinese design consultancy Jellymon says something, people usually listen. Her tiny frame conceals a ebullient personality and creative energy that has propelled Jellymon's unique graphic branding vocabulary into an insider's language of what's fun and cool in youth-oriented China.
At this year's Beijing Design Week, Lin Lin took over five rooms in a Dashilar Hutong to present her latest creative projects to the public—accessories and furniture, a new food endeavor and a sneaker branding concept.
Triple X Ohhh! Sauce from Jellymon's Spoonfull of Sugar Cafe
GFG is a personal project from Lin Lin that is an exercise of her passion for product design. The debut collection includes a range of accessories, furniture and tableware. I love the punchout DIY nipple tassles (after the jump) that are packaged in a beautifully designed paper envelope, perfect for gifting. A small group of linked, overlapping "Top Me" rings are an obvious nod to Vivienne Westwood's Knuckledusters but display a delicacy and femininity in the details.
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Fund raising efforts by Encos for developing green bricks
by: Ecofriend, 2012-09-29 17:12:17 UTC
One of the renowned firms Encos who have developed as the leading manufacturers of Green bricks has geared up for the fundraising process so that they are able to develop the manufacturing units for bricks which they would be using for building green homes all across UK. The company has been working on this process for a long time. Encos has been taking use of recycled materials for building the bricks that are best for green homes. These are environmental friendly bricks, which are free of carbon, which harms the environment. The CEO of the firm disclosed the fact that they are planning to raise funds from the investors so that they are able to improve their efficiency for British real estate business.
Few days back, Encos started working on the test production of green bricks along with Somerset brick maker. Encos stated that, they are taking the best use of technology along with experienced and professional workers and technicians who would be working on the project. Recovered aggregates are mixed along with vegetable oil base for developing green bricks. This way, the bricks are made that are free from carbon neutral. The CEO of the firm stated that, they have surveyed the need of green homes and they have found that the need of these products.
What will be the proposition?
Encos CEO stated that, they are willing to manufacture green bricks for the development of UK properties. The CEO also stated that, they are new into this business prospect and it would take time to manufacture the green bricks. In addition, the accounts section of Encos stated that, they would be requiring a lump sum amount of more than five billion dollars so that they are able to develop the bricks according to the requirement of more than 26 million citizens and approximately 4.5 million business firms.
The firm stated that, they have put up the proposition in front of the investors who are reliable for capital. Talking to some of the investors, they stated that, Encos has a firm decision of making green bricks for the UK properties and they would be supporting Encos for the manufacturing of green bricks.
The CEO of Encos, Nicholas, stated that, the fund rising would be big and it would be giving a new opportunity to open up a new section of business and manufacturing of green bricks. The CEO also stated that, they are willing to make such products that keeps the environment save and clean from any harmful products. As the news of manufacturing green bricks has been announced by Encos, cladding companies are contacting Encos for deals.
What more is in the kitty?
For raising the funds, Encos is also contacting the overseas companies so that they are able to pool in enough capital for the manufacturing of green bricks. Encos stated that, they are willing to start this work as soon as possible as want to have every home all across UK to be green and environment friendly. The CEO of Encos stated that, it would a hard process of finding new investors apart from the existing ones. In addition, he also stated that, the company has planned up a presentation, which they can show their investors after which they can decide upon the amount, which they want to invest.
The CEO of Encos also stated that, the project is big and will surely flourish in the long run as it is a new concept that is loved by the citizens. The dream of having a eco friendly home will soon be achievable after the launch of green bricks.
OYD Design’s Izzy Juicer Uses a Simple Hand-Crank to Deliver Your Morning Glass of OJ
by: Inhabitat , 2012-09-28 19:30:33 UTC
The Izzy Juicer by OYD Design is a simple green alternative to power-hungry juicers that seem to be dominating our store shelves these days. Believing that human-power is more than plenty to get the job done, OYD Design fitted their Izzy with a traditional hand-crank that they say pulls more juice and nutrients than its electric-powered counterpart. The machine also features a flywheel and freewheel gear system that keeps the machine steady and stable, avoiding messy spills and ensuring you get a refreshing glass of juice time and time again!
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Formlabs Creates Low-Cost, High-Quality 3D Printer that Fits on a Desktop
by: Inhabitat , 2012-09-28 21:34:25 UTC
Up until now, high-quality 3D printers have been incredibly expensive, making them an unrealistic option for the average creator. But Formlabs is about to change all that with Form 1 – an affordable 3D printer that fits on a desktop and makes professional quality printed objects. For the first time, printing a high-quality 3D model with the touch of a button is within reach any designer or engineer.
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iPhone 5 estimated to cost 41 cents per year to charge
by: Gizmodo , 2012-09-28 20:42:18 UTC
A new estimate says Apple's newest iPhone costs only 41 cents a year to recharge if you do it once a day.
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Go Green – Use Technology the Eco-friendly Way
by: Ecofriend, 2012-09-24 03:50:00 UTC
In today’s world we use technology in our day to day life. Computer is one thing all of us use. Be it for work, banking, being socially connected, updated about the world. Computers have become an indispensable part of our life. Have you ever thought how interesting it would be to use computers in an eco-friendly manner? In an age, where demands are high, and resources less, all of us want to do our bit in conserving energy and protecting the nature. It would not be a bad idea to bring in “Green Computing” in our day to day lives 
What is Green Computing?
Green computing is totally a different approach where companies try to achieve the necessary business growth without harming the environment. It is highly beneficial to the atmosphere as the companies take the initiative to dispose of the electronic waste in a very efficient way. Electronic waste is actually the electronic product that is highly dangerous in nature. These hazardous materials pose a threat to human health and environment. The manufacture of certain computer parts involves the application of huge amount of toxin materials, harmful chemicals, heavy metals, plastics which cannot be easily burnt. These materials, when destroyed by burning easily contaminate the water and air which are the essential components to live a healthy life. So it is highly important to appropriately manage and implement myriads options so that they are less harmful to environment.
How do we use Computers in an Eco-Friendly Manner?
Green Computer is the need of the hour. It is an environmentally sustainable computing. Green Computing allows the users to use the computer in a more environment friendly & technologically sustainable manner of computing. The rationale behind this new approach is:
ñ Reduction in the usage of hazardous materials.
ñ Increase in the energy efficiency
ñ Make people understand the importance of recycling.
The below given simple tips can help us use our Computers in an eco-friendly manner.
ñ A large amount of paper work is generated when working on computers. It is always advisable to double check all the documents for accuracy before printing and maximizing use of correspondence via email or electronic copy rather than hard copy.
ñ Use the computer very efficiently by concentrating blocks of time for use and keeping the hardware off when not in use.
ñ Shut down or your computer when leaving for the day from your workplace or at home, avoid using screen savers. Best is to switch-off your computer monitors when not in use.
ñ Use energy star equipment, which consume less energy. Use power management features for the computers to keep the screen and the hard drives to become inactive if the computer is ideal for a long time.
Abus Ecolution folding bike lock is compact and recyclable
by: Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine, 2012-09-27 22:50:54 UTC
The new Abus Bordo 6000 Ecolution is a folding bike lock with an environmental twist. At the end of the lock's usable life, it can be broken down and fully recycled. The lock makes the already eco-friendly activity of cycling that much friendlier. .. Continue Reading
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by: Inhabitat , 2012-09-27 21:20:58 UTC
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