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Giant Tree-Powered Machine Supplies Energy, Air to Madrid

By windyridge 296 days ago from http://www.todaysgizmos.com

In this era of global warming any structures designed to be 100% self sufficient should be a top priority. This structure in Madrid, Spain not only generates it's own energy via solar photo voltaic cells, but it conditions the air around it and cools the surrounding environment. This is a plus in cities where radiant heat incr

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Bamboo PC From Dell

By windyridge 225 days ago from http://www.todaysgizmos.com

It's about time we started seeing some computer innovation in the eco-friendly direction. The new sweet looking Dell made with a bamboo case, uses less energy and takes up less space then the standard Dells. The price is reasonable but the details of what's inside aren't available yet. It is due to be released later this yea

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Solar Powered Pedal Boat

By windyridge 231 days ago from http://www.todaysgizmos.com

With the warmer temperatures finally here in Upstate New York I realize that the boating season is on the horizon. We have been trying to decide when to put our boat in the water. I am very much into eco-friendly living and I came across this great boat design. It's powered by solar charged batteries and you can also power it

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Court recommends against permit for power lines to new coal plant- MN

By chemrat 202 days ago from http://greenchemistry.wordpress.com

In Minnesota, judges have recommended against approval of new power lines to a planned coal-fired power plant, citing environmental concerns and inadequate examination of alternative fuels. This is likely to prevent the planned power plant from being built, which will be a major victory for environmentalists. With countries l

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Tags: coal plants environmental impact legal barriers green eco-friendly alternative energy judges consider environment

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A Mama's Rant: 10 Ways to Green Your Home and Family

By amnichols 245 days ago from http://www.amamasrant.com

These days the whole world seems to be turning green, which is a good thing not only for the environment but your bank account. Showing you 10 tips to go green courtesy of author Nancy H. Taylor and her new book, Go Green: How to Build an Earth-Friendly Community. Such tips include using low energy bulbs, using power strips, an