January 24, 2016
Let There Be Light! Here’s How to Pick the Best Lightbulb
As regular readers of Eco Tech Daily will know, I’ve been fascinated by the rapid transformation of lightbulbs in recent years. (Please see my article 2015: The Year of the LED).
Not so long ago, consumers had only three options when choosing a lightbulb.
The traditional incandescent lightbulb. Which offered warm light, but suffered from short lifetimes and expensive running costs.
The halogen lightbulb. This improved on the technology used by incandescents, and offered smaller bulbs with high-intensity light. Halogen lightbulbs also had better energy-efficiency (i.e., were cheaper to run) than incandescents.
January 10, 2016
This Foldable E-Scooter Powers Through Its Kickstarter Funding Target
Meet ZAR: The world’s lightest and smartest electric scooter that fits in a backpack.
This innovative, environmentally-friendly scooter has surpassed its $50,000 target on crowdfunding site Kickstarter in just four days.
What’s the buzz all about?
January 2, 2016
Circular Homes: Dwellings of the Future, Inspired by the Past
I’ve always been fascinated by circular buildings.
Think of the elegance of lighthouses, and the robustness of round castle towers.
You’re probably familiar with famous circular buildings such as the Colosseum in Rome, the Royal Albert Hall in London and the Capitol Records Tower in Los Angeles.
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.