I can see it a little addicting twirling this phone around your finger. There is a model that spins around your finger pictured here. Another model is of the crank variety.
Well now you will have no excuse to have a dead cell phone battery. I wonder how quickly it charges?
Designed by Mikhail Stawsky. Found at YankoDesign.
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I could use this solar headphone radio when walking the dog. No more needing to worry if I have batteries or have batteries charged.
It recharges even while listening. One hour of sunlight provides 1-3 hours of listening. and fully charge the headset will run up to 20 hours.
Its 25 British Pounds. Available at Ecotopia.co.uk
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Why not make something functional out of your old PC components?! This clock is made out of an old hard drive. It measures 4″w x 5″h. It comes with a battery too.
This is a cool conversation piece too or give it as a gift to your favorite geek buddy.
Only $35 and hand made in the USA. From Etsy.
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These cool lanterns are more than just cute. These Eco Twinkle lights are actual pencil sharpeners. Well you don’t have to sharpen a pencil. You can just crank it!
Apparently, pencil sharpeners and human powered generators have the same mechanical twist structures. The designer has combined the two inventions to make a dual function.
There is not telling how long the light lasts. But for a lot of tasks in the dark yard, attic, or basement you only need the light for a few minutes.
Via YankoDesign.
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Paggio is coming out with the first two-wheeled hyprid called the USB (Urban Sport Bike). And its not your typical dorky looking scooter! You will be proud to ride this one!
It has a 30 mile radius on only electric or with the hybrid motor switched on it can get a whopping 156 MPG.
The bike is lighter than it looks they say.
Via GizMag.
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The Fuel Cell and Car Experiment Kit offered by Hammacher Schlemmer offers children a look at one of the most important technologies of the 21st century. The overall quality of this experiment set means that children and students of all ages can use it extensively to learn these lessons. This kit can further be adapted for an educational setting and as a demonstration piece to teach students the concept of electrolysis.
The kit includes over thirty experiments for children to enjoy. The topics covered range from how to build a solar-powered car to the effects of radiation to the process and function of electrolysis. The information is presented in a fashion that is appropriate for students as young as twelve. Other topics covered include qualitative analysis, solar electrolysis, oxy-hydrogen test, and the decomposition of water in a fuel cell.
The Fuel Cell Car and Experiment Kit is well-constructed and includes everything that one would need to complete the experiments. The only major complaint that comes from this kit is that the wheels on the car are flimsy and are prone to falling off. Further, they cause it to be nearly impossible for the car to drive in a straight direction. However, this minor flaw detracts nothing from the overall quality and value of this kit.
Although the kit is focused at students as young as twelve, the lack of cartoons and other childlike markings make this kit appropriate for students of all ages. The kit costs $149.95 USD plus delivery.
This is a guest article by Dan Harrison who writes about top eco gadgets for EnviroGadget.com.
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Planet Forward is an ecommerce shop from Ontario, Canada. They sell only eco friendly sustainable goods. All of their products promote the health and well being of people and the planet while adhering to strict corporate justice and environmental welfare policies.
You can find stainless steel bottles, thermal bottles, reusable bags, organic fashion, green cleaning kits and more.
Their water bottles and thermal products are 100% BPA free. BPA has been linked in some studies to diabetes, sexual dysfunctions and other human ailments…
Their products are modern and sleek looking as well. And of course they are reliable and practical. They have free shipping with a purchase of $50 or more.
See Planet Forward for more.
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These cute chairs are unique and create a conversation topic. They are made from old fossil fuel Vespa min motorcycles.
Most motorcycles are going hybrid or electric and we must do something with the old ones! These chairs are modern and sleek looking!
These are made by a Spanish design studio Bel & Bel. Via Autoblog. There is no word on pricing and how to get them but its a cool idea on how to reuse old products that are no longer in service.
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Sproutbaby.com is an ecommerce retailer offering a selection of environmentally safe and affordable baby products including organic, affordable baby food and products for eco-conscious parents.
They now offer biodegradable disposable diapers which keep a more sustainable environment. They have selected the Nature Babycare line of eco-friendly diapers. They are made of 99% compostable material.
If you prefer reusable cloth diapers they also offer those too. They have a couple of cloth diaper lines including Play All Day, Baby BeeHinds, and Kissaluvs. Cloth diapers create no disposable waste and can cost roughly a third of the price over a baby’s first 2 1/2 years.
Regular diapers last up to 500 years in a landfill. And did you know that an average baby will go through 8,000 diaper changes from birth to toilet training!
Sproutbaby.com believes that parents would gladly choose products that are as healthy for their children as they are good for the earth. All products are certified non-toxic, have not been tested on animals and contain no health compromising chemicals. See www.sproutbaby.com for more.
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Charitybuzz is holding its 6th annual Chevy Chase Green Auction online. Celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey, Dustin Hoffman, Stephen Colbert, Dave Mathews Band, and Regis Philbin have teamed up to bring these items to the auction. The proceeds benefit The GREEN Community Schools, who strive to create model GREEN schools and promote sustainability.
Some of the items what will be auctioned off include:
1) Meet Oprah Backstage at her talk show for a greet/photo opportunity.
2) Spend a day in the studio with Howard Stern and this cast.
3) Meet actor Chevy Chase of the current NBC hit “Community” and 1980’s flicks.
4) 4 tickets and pre-show passes to the Jimmy Buffet Concert of your choice.
5) Spend a day on the set with actor Dustin Hoffman.
Much more!!!
The Green Community Schools mission promotes enviromentally aware schools and sustainability. It has pilot programs in Chicago and Detroit where they are creating model schools that are stronger, safer and healthier places of learning. Their initiative will transform school buildings into centers for green development.
The founder is Jayni Chase, wife of actor Chevy Chase. She has over 20 years of experience in green education and environmental community action.
More info on The Green Community Schools can be viewed at:
http://www.charitybuzz.com/auctions/greenschool
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