November 22, 2015
Here’s Why the Hype About Hydrogen Cars Won’t Last
Hydrogen cars promise clean, green driving – but several factors could stop their mainstream adoption.
Firstly, a quick explanation of hydrogen cars.
They are sometimes referred to as Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCV), and are cars powered exclusively by oxygen from the air and compressed hydrogen.
People tend to be amazed when they hear that hydrogen cars only emit water and heat from their tailpipes. And this is true – these cars emit no nasty pollutants whatsoever.
October 25, 2015
Memobottle: A Simple, Beautiful Idea
The company says it well: “Flat is the new round.”
The memobottle A6 is a reusable water bottle that, due to its unique design, allows it to fit comfortably into your computer case, handbag or pocket.
It’s made from food safe recycled plastic, which is both strong and leak proof.
August 21, 2015
Rivers of Fire, Rivers of Energy
This incredible video got me thinking.
Surely, the immense heat emanating from lava rivers could be captured and transformed into electricity?
The question can be answered in just three words – yes it can.
July 27, 2015
Why We Signed the Worldwide Charter for Fair International Commerce
We are proud to announce that we are the latest organization to sign the Worldwide Charter for Fair International Commerce.
The charter was conceived by the International Businesses Standards Organization (IBSO).
They are a worldwide independent non-profit organization that creates, promotes and maintains evaluative and ethical standards for international market players and for the global business community at large.
July 24, 2015
Smart Roads: Generating Energy from Braking Vehicles
Every time a vehicle brakes, energy is dissipated.
A US company believes this energy can be captured and used to power nearby equipment such as stop lights.
June 14, 2015
The Unstoppable Rise of Solar Power
Solar power is typically inconspicuous, as solar panels tend to sit high on the roofs of our buildings. However, this silent power generator is at the tipping point of an energy revolution.
There are various reasons for the burgeoning success of solar power, but let’s take a look at just three of the major trends that are converging right now.
May 26, 2015
This Smart Charger Only Draws Power When Your Phone Is Plugged In
Did you know that regular mobile phone chargers use electricity when plugged into a wall even when a mobile phone is not attached?
It’s a bit like paying at a gas station for fuel when your car is not there.
Incredibly, every year the world’s seven billion mobile phone chargers waste about two nuclear power plants worth of electricity through this inherent design weakness.
May 6, 2015
Bam•Brush is an Eco-Friendly Toothbrush Made From Freshly Harvested Bamboo
Did you know that 50,000,000 pounds of plastic toothbrushes end up in American landfills every year?
It’s a shocking amount.
Luckily, there is hope on the horizon in the form of the world’s first 100% biodegradable toothbrush.
Developed by U.S. company Planet Essentials, this innovative and eco-friendly toothbrush is both practical and affordable.
May 4, 2015
UK Renewable Energy Employment Grows 7 Times Faster than the National Average
Newly released regional and national jobs analysis by the Renewable Energy Association (REA) shows remarkable growth in the UK’s renewable energy labour market.
Between 2013 and 2014, employment in renewable energy increased by almost 9 percent for the UK as a whole. This brings the total number of people working for the industry to 112,026.
In comparison, the Office for National Statistics reported average employment growth of just 1.2 percent during the same period.
April 8, 2015
Meet the World’s Smallest and Lightest Hydropower Station
Every once in while a great idea comes along that deserves attention.
Blue Freedom is just such an idea.
It’s a sleek, small and portable hydropower station that can be used to charge any USB device that is powered by rechargeable batteries. Examples include digital cameras, mobile phones and tablets.