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“The Circular Economy” makes sense, hits home in the tech world

“The Circular Economy” makes sense, hits home in the tech world

There are very few environmental perspectives that grab our attention. In 2011, we know we need to recycle, to not...

3/4 of US states do not have solar incentives

3/4 of US states do not have solar incentives

When it comes to renewable energy, solar is often considered the easiest to acquire. The sun is a source of...

Household gadgets take a toll on power grid, pocket books

Household gadgets take a toll on power grid, pocket books

Every computer, hair dryer, and electric car that needs juice to operate takes a toll on the infrastructure of the...

The Environmental Impact of Cell Phones

The Environmental Impact of Cell Phones

Just in time for next month's Verizon iPhone release, we present to you a bit of thought-provoking, guilt-tripping data.In this...

Is the Internet Hurting the Environment?

Is the Internet Hurting the Environment?

Being online is part of our lives in civilized cultures. Most of us are online at some point during the...

Sorry I’m Late, Guys – Car Got Stuck In My Printer Again

Sorry I’m Late, Guys – Car Got Stuck In My Printer Again

Soon, you may have an entirely new scapegoat for not attending all manner of functions: a printer jam. 3D printing...

Sexy New Solar Plane Soars Higher Than Expected

Sexy New Solar Plane Soars Higher Than Expected

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qa-DPz0K1S0 The sun-powered Solar Impulse HB-SIA is the  brainchild of Bertrand Piccard and Andre Borschberg and the futuristic vessel has...

Save Money; Save The Planet With Fujitsu’s Power Strip

Save Money; Save The Planet With Fujitsu’s Power Strip

Even if you’re uncertain where you stand in the green debate, rising electricity bills alone should be enough to get...